Foreign Investment
Colombia, and especially Medellín, has become an attractive destination for foreign investment. Our team provides comprehensive advisory to international investors looking to establish operations in the country.
We manage foreign investment registration with the Central Bank, company formation, business visa processing, and compliance with foreign exchange regulations.
We offer a bilingual service that facilitates communication and understanding of Colombian regulations for investors of any nationality.
Problems We Solve
Regulatory unfamiliarity
Foreign investors unfamiliar with Colombian investment, exchange, and tax regulations.
Foreign investment registration
Mandatory requirement before the Central Bank that, if not met, can generate sanctions and loss of exchange rights.
Visas and immigration permits
Obtaining investment, work, or residence visas necessary to legally operate in Colombia.
Double taxation
Risk of paying taxes in two jurisdictions without taking advantage of existing double taxation treaties.
Our Approach
Initial Consultation
Analysis of investment type, optimal structure, and specific legal requirements for your case.
Legal Implementation
Company formation, investment registration, immigration management, and bank account opening.
Ongoing Support
Permanent assistance with periodic obligations, exchange declarations, and regulatory compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
You need to register the investment with the Central Bank, incorporate a company or acquire shares, obtain a tax ID (NIT), and depending on the case, an investor visa.
The minimum investment for an investor visa is 100 monthly minimum wages (approximately USD 30,000). Exact amounts are updated annually.
Yes, as long as the investment is duly registered with the Central Bank, you can repatriate capital and profits in compliance with exchange and tax regulations.
Yes, Colombia has active treaties with Spain, Chile, Switzerland, Canada, Mexico, India, United Kingdom, France, Portugal, Czech Republic, South Korea, and Italy, among others.
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