{"id":262,"date":"2019-12-27T14:28:49","date_gmt":"2019-12-27T08:58:49","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/rightstarrelocations.com\/blog\/?p=262"},"modified":"2019-12-27T16:02:25","modified_gmt":"2019-12-27T10:32:25","slug":"relocation-the-right-way-forward","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rightstarrelocations.com\/blog\/relocation-the-right-way-forward\/","title":{"rendered":"THE EX-PAT GUIDE TO RELOCATE TO COLOMBIA!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Before moving abroad, thorough research about the new\ncountry could help in planning a comfortable settlement. Though when in\nColombia, mesmerizing forests and beaches along with the tropical climate could\nbe enchanting than the States. However, the road could be different for an\nex-pat. Here is everything ex-pats need to know about Colombia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn the art of a sincere smile and hold the grip of the language.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When relocating, the company of warm and welcoming\npeople is hard to find. But not in Colombia! Here, people are friendly,\nespecially when you know their language, that is, Spanish. Holding the grip of\nthe language spoken by the majority along with learning the art of a sincere\nsmile will help you to explore the streets of the beautiful country. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which city would be the best for settlement in Colombia?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The climate of Colombia may vary from city\nto city as the country is located near the equator. Perhaps, when planning to\nsettle in Colombia, it is suggested to research about your climate variations,\nschools, rental homes, job opportunities, etc. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Though the preferable cities to relocate to\nColombia are Pereria, Medellin, Cali, Barranquilla, Santa Marta, and Bogota.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When choosing the best city for your relocation plans in Colombia, get connected to our settling-in services<\/a><\/strong>. You may or may not be fortunate to get access to the basic amenities in Colombia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Colombia is relatively cheap than other\ncountries in the States, yet most of the cities in Colombia don’t offer\naffordable pricing in pharmacies, grocery, and rental homes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The shopping of these customary items like\ntoiletries, cosmetics, groceries, pharmacies, etc. are easily available but are\nhighly costly in the country. Therefore, it would be suggested to carry your\neveryday items rather purchasing the expensive ones. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, in the case of renting your home,\nthe scenarios would be different for ex-pat families and single ex-pats. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sharing apartments are a common thing to do\nhere. But when a single ex-pat decides to search apartments in Colombian\ncities, the common thing shared by most landlords would be worries over\npaycheques. That is why they prefer to rent the home only to those ex-pats who\nhave an acquaintance in the city. So that in case of delays, the friend can pay\nthe cheque on their behalf. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Secondly, for ex-pat families, the apartments\ncould be a little pricier than the other US countries. The prices of the\nfurniture or home d\u00e9cor could be a little higher than you thought. Perhaps,\nwhen relocating with family, carry your goods along with you with the help of\nrelocation service providers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Banking options may not be easily accessible in Colombia.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While moving abroad, anyone would prefer to\nclose their bank accounts in the home country. Though when in Colombia,\ncarrying your credit and debit card would be an advisable thing to do, as there\nwon’t be an option for instant bank openings. Along with this, do not forget\nnotifying your bank accounts located in the home country and the host country\nabout your move. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learning Salsa may help you to assimilate with the culture!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As Salsa is a celebrated dance form in Latin\nAmerican countries, it becomes a way to know new people and to know more about\nculture. So, rather than worrying about the cultural shock, you may try a dance\nform that celebrates life!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We at RightStar Relocations<\/strong> provide all the\ninformation regarding the basic amenities like school\/job\/home search in the\nnew country. Hence, for knowing more about our consultancy services, contact us\nat moving@rightstarrelocations.com<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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