Living in Colombia

Includes how to access healthcare, get a document legalised, lists of lawyers and how to vote abroad.

  1. Colombia travel advice

    FCDO travel advice for Colombia. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences.

  2. Colombia: information for victims of rape and sexual assault

    Information for British nationals who are victims of rape and sexual assault in Colombia.

  3. Colombia: medical facilities

    List of medical facilities in Colombia

  4. Get your document legalised

    Use the online service to get a UK document legalised.

  5. Living in Colombia

    Information for British citizens moving to or living in Colombia, including guidance on residency, passports, healthcare and emergencies.

  6. Professional services if you are abroad

    Find English-speaking lawyers, doctors and medical facilities, interpreters and translators, and funeral directors overseas.

  7. UK benefits if you’re going or living abroad

    Find out what benefits you might be able to receive while you’re abroad and how to export them from the UK or claim them while abroad

  8. Voting if you move or live abroad

    Find out how to vote in UK elections if you move or live abroad, including eligibility, registering to vote and renewing your registration.