PurgatoryAmericas
Colombia
15%effective individual rate
15% flat rate on capital gains. Colombia has a growing crypto ecosystem with regulatory sandbox for exchanges.
FATCA Partner
Yes
FATF Status
Clear
EU Blacklist
No
Dual Nationality
Allowed
Bitizenship
Not yet
Tax Rates
Capital Gains Tax15%
Income Tax on CryptoUp to 39%
Corporate Tax35%
VAT on Crypto19%
Activity Taxes
Staking
Taxed as income
Mining
Taxed as income
DeFi
Not addressed
NFTs
Not addressed
Taxable Events
Crypto → Fiat
Taxable
Crypto → Crypto
Taxable
Holding Period
No holding period benefit
None
Regulation & Residency
Regulatory Body
Superintendencia Financiera
Residency Requirement
Various visa options; digital nomad visa
Reporting Requirements
Annual tax return
Citizenship & Residency Path
Easy residency via investment or income; citizenship after 5 years
Notable Conditions
- →15% CGT rate
- →Growing crypto ecosystem
- →Digital nomad visa available
- →Regulatory sandbox for exchanges
Living & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Low
Banking Access
Good
Quality of Life
Moderate
Lifestyle Scores
Safety4/10
Healthcare6/10
Institutions5/10
Business Ease6/10
Int'l Schooling6/10
Privacy5/10