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Colombia
Latin America
Lucky Nomads World Index
62.80 / 100
0.70
Global rank
#138
Corporate tax
35%
Personal tax
39%
Lucky Nomads Proprietary Indices
22 scoring dimensions scored independently using a deterministic methodology built on primary sources and structured analytical inference.
- SafetyShield Index3.2 / 10
- Affordability Index7.8 / 10
- Entry Ease Index6.5 / 10
- Tax Freedom Index3.3 / 101.1
- WiFi Index7.7 / 10
- Admin Ease Index6.3 / 10
- Healthcare Index8.1 / 10
- City Comfort Index7.3 / 10
- WeatherComfort Index6.9 / 10
- Banking Index6.1 / 10
- GeoStability Index4.8 / 10
- Justice & Order Index5.5 / 10
- Quality of Life Index7.0 / 10
- Open Society Index6.8 / 10
- Flight Index4.5 / 10
- Environmental Quality Index7.7 / 10
- English Index5.0 / 10
- Wealth Protection Index6.0 / 10
- AI Access Index6.3 / 10
- Economic Openness Index6.8 / 10
- Market Depth Index7.0 / 10
- ClimateShield Index6.6 / 10
Country snapshot
- Capital
- Bogotá
- Population (approx.)
- 52,000,000
- Area (km²)
- 1,141,748 km²
- Currency code (ISO 4217)
- COP
- Currency name
- Colombian peso
- Main airport IATA code
- BOG
- Airport name
- El Dorado International Airport
General facts
- Minimum monthly cost
- From $1,000/month
- Main languages
- Spanish
- Jurisdiction type
- Country
- Region
- Latin America
- Web TLD
- .co
- Phone calling code
- +57
Web TLD and phone codes are general references and can differ for territories or special numbering plans.
Tax system
- Marginal CIT (corporate income tax)
- 35%Very highWorldwide
- Marginal PIT (personal income tax)
- 39%HighWorldwide
Corporate taxation basis: Worldwide. The country generally taxes worldwide income of resident companies.
Worldwide income system for resident companies under Section 12-1 of the Colombian Tax Code. Residence triggered by Colombian incorporation, effective management in Colombia, or principal domicile in Colombia. Double tax relief through 14 income tax treaties currently in force (mostly OECD model) and through unilateral foreign tax credit. Branches taxed on worldwide profits attributable to Colombian operations since 2019.
Flat 35 percent rate on net taxable income for resident companies and Colombian permanent establishments of foreign entities (article 240 Estatuto Tributario). Financial institutions with annual income above 120,000 UVT face a 5 percent surcharge through fiscal year 2027 (effective rate 40 percent). Sector surcharges of 15 percent for oil and gas, 5 to 10 percent for coal mining, and 3 percent for hydroelectric power apply on top of the base rate.
Personal income tax basis. Worldwide. Resident individuals are generally taxable on their worldwide income, subject to relief under applicable tax treaties.
Tax residency triggered by 183 days or more of physical presence (continuous or not) in any 365-day window. Residents taxed on worldwide income. Capital gains taxed at flat 15 percent for assets held more than 2 years. Wealth tax (impuesto al patrimonio) applies to net worth above 72,000 UVT (around in 2026, around USD 990,000) at progressive rates 0.5 to 1.5 percent through fiscal year 2026.
Progressive cedular system with rates from 0 to 39 percent under article 241 of the Estatuto Tributario. The 39 percent top marginal rate applies to taxable income above approximately 31,000 UVT per year (around in 2026). Labor income benefits from a 25 percent exemption capped at 790 UVT per month plus a 30 percent deduction. Non-residents are subject to a flat 35 percent on Colombian-source income.
Tax percentages here are editorial reference figures for comparison, not individualized tax advice.
Special tax regimes
For companies
Régimen de Compañías Holding Colombianas (CHC)
AvailableColombian tax regime applicable to national companies whose principal activity is the holding of equity in two or more Colombian or foreign entities…
Régimen Tributario de Mega-Inversiones
AvailableCorporate tax regime for new investments equal to or greater than 30 million UVT (around USD 415 million at 2026 rates) generating at least 400…
Régimen Simple de Tributación (SIMPLE)
AvailableVoluntary unified tax regime for small businesses and liberal professionals replacing income tax, ICA, and consumption tax with a single progressive…
Régimen de Zonas Francas
AvailableColombian free trade zone regime granting industrial users a preferential 20 percent corporate income tax rate (versus 35 percent standard) plus…
For individuals
Régimen Simple de Tributación (SIMPLE)
AvailableVoluntary unified tax regime for small businesses and liberal professionals replacing income tax, ICA, and consumption tax with a single progressive…
You either qualify for Colombia's special tax regimes, or you don't. GeoCompass determines your eligibility, highlights the applicable conditions, and helps estimate your potential tax exposure.
Check my eligibilityVisa and mobility
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Visa need and length of stay for Colombia. Saved on your device.
Overview
- Citizenship by investment
Not currently available
- Residence by investment
Available
- Remote work visa (digital nomad visa)
Available
Programmes
Colombia lists several residency and mobility routes across residence by investment, business founder routes, work (employer sponsored), work (self sponsored), retirement routes, family and dependant routes, and remote work visas. Lucky Nomads tracks these programmes as editorial reference points. Thresholds, documents, and personal eligibility are evaluated in GeoCompass against your exact profile.
9 programmes listed · 9 are marked available in our editorial review
Residence by investment
2 programmesCapital, property, fund, or declared investment routes that can lead to longer-term residence.
- Available
Visa M Inversionista (Inmueble)
- Available
Visa M Inversionista (Inversión Extranjera Directa)
Business founder routes
1 programmeFounder, entrepreneur, or company-linked pathways for people building a business locally.
- Available
Visa M Socio o Propietario
Work (employer sponsored)
1 programmeEmployer-linked permits and skilled employment passes for hired professionals.
- Available
Visa M Trabajador
Work (self sponsored)
1 programmeSelf-sponsored work or freelance routes where you qualify without a local employer.
- Available
Visa M Profesional Independiente
Retirement routes
2 programmesRetirement-age or pension-linked residence options.
- Available
Visa M Pensionado
- Available
Visa V Rentista
Family and dependant routes
1 programmeSpouse, dependant, and family reunion style permits.
- Available
Visa M Cónyuge de Nacional Colombiano
Remote work visas
1 programmeRemote work or digital nomad style permits.
- Available
Visa V Nómada Digital
Not all residency routes are accessible. Some require minimum income, investment thresholds, local substance, or strict eligibility conditions. GeoCompass evaluates which options you can actually secure in Colombia.
Evaluate my residency optionsVisa and programme labels reflect editorial research, not individualized legal advice. Thresholds, documents, and personal eligibility are evaluated in GeoCompass. Always confirm rules with official government sources before you plan a move.
Dimensions breakdown
Strongest dimensions
- Healthcare Index8.1 / 10Strong healthcare access and quality
- Affordability Index7.8 / 10Competitive cost of living
- Environmental Quality Index7.7 / 10Strong environmental quality index
Weakest dimensions
- SafetyShield Index3.2 / 10
- Tax Freedom Index3.3 / 10
Published ranks by index
One row per leaderboard we publish (the composite index plus each proprietary dimension). A rank appears only when this country is currently in the published top 10 for that list. Open a row to see the full ranking. Hover an index name for the same short definition as elsewhere on the site.
This jurisdiction is not in the published top 10 on any of these lists right now.
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