Whether you are registering a company, hiring your first employee or invoicing as a freelancer, Colombian corporate, labor and tax rules apply from day one.
These guides explain the choices foreign founders and employers face: business structure, foreign ownership, labor obligations, work-permit sponsorship, customs and anti-corruption compliance.
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How to Sponsor a Work Permit for a Foreign Employee in Colombia: The Employer's Legal Guide (2026)
Complete 2026 guide to sponsoring work permits for foreign employees in Colombia: M-5 visa, employer requirements, employment contracts, documentation, SIRE reporting, compliance, penalties, and best practices.
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What Is a Contrato de Prestación de Servicios in Colombia? CPS vs Employment (2026)
Complete 2026 guide to contrato de prestación de servicios in Colombia: CPS vs employment distinction, primacía de la realidad, contrato realidad doctrine, social security obligations, tax implications, foreign contractor considerations, common mistakes, and compliance framework.
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Colombia Anti-Corruption Laws: Complete 2026 Guide for Foreign Businesses
Complete 2026 guide to Colombia anti-corruption laws: Ley 1474, Ley 1778, Ley 2195, corporate liability, FCPA intersection, mandatory compliance programs, sanctions up to $91M USD, and practical risk management.
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Importing Goods into Colombia: Complete Customs Rules for Businesses 2026
Complete 2026 guide to importing goods into Colombia: Decreto 1165 customs framework, RUT registration with Responsabilidad 22, three import regimes, tariff calculations, 60+ trade agreements including US-Colombia FTA, INVIMA/ICA regulations, step-by-step import process, and special customs zones.
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Colombia Freelancer Tax Obligations for Foreigners: The Complete 2026 Guide
Complete guide to freelancer tax obligations in Colombia: tax residency (183-day rule), RUT registration, VAT/IVA treatment, withholding tax, Régimen Ordinario vs. Simple, social security, electronic invoicing, and American-specific tax treaty issues.
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Hiring Employees in Colombia: A Foreign Employer's Guide to Labor Obligations and Compliance (2026)
Foreign employer guide to hiring Colombian workers: employment contracts under Ley 2466, 2026 minimum wage, mandatory benefits (prima, cesantías), 30%+ employer contributions, working hours, protected employees, and termination rules.
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Employee Rights in Colombia for Foreign Workers: The Complete 2026 Guide
2026 minimum wage (1,750,905 COP), working hours, vacation, maternity leave, prima, cesantías, social security, special protections, and what to do if your employer violates your rights under Ley 2466.
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How to Register a Business in Colombia Step by Step: A Foreigner's Operational Guide (2026)
Step-by-step operational guide to registering a business in Colombia as a foreigner. Company formation, Chamber of Commerce, NIT/RUT, central bank registration, and everything you need to know.
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Can a Foreigner Own 100% of a Company in Colombia? Current Answer (2026)
Yes, in almost every sector a foreigner can own 100% of a Colombian company. Learn the constitutional rule, sector exceptions, central-bank registration requirements, visa implications, taxes, and common mistakes.
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SAS vs Ltda vs SA: Choosing the Right Business Structure in Colombia
Complete comparison: SAS vs Ltda vs SA — requirements, liability, governance, costs, taxes, formation process, real-world scenarios, and when to choose each structure. For foreigners and entrepreneurs.
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Due Diligence in Colombia: What Foreign Investors Must Verify
A practical checklist covering corporate, real estate, and regulatory due diligence for foreign investors entering the Colombian market.
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