Your Medellín starting point
A little help for wherever
you are in your Medellín story.
Considering a move, finding your feet, or building a life here? Start with the guides that fit your family right now.
Stage 01
Considering a Move
Real experiences and a practical checklist to help you picture family life in Medellín.
Stage 02
Just Arrived
Start getting your bearings, making household plans, and finding places to explore.
Stage 03
Settling In
Make room for school breaks, new routines, and everyday life with kids.
Stage 04
Long-term Resident
Keep the practical details organized as your family puts down roots.
- Class Mom in Colombia: The Complete Guide + Free Toolkit to Being a Madre del Salón
- Colombian Taxes for Foreigners 2026: Do You Need to File?
- CRBA Colombia, U.S. Passport, & SSN Guide for Your Child
- Colombian Birth Registration: Your Step-by-Step Guide
- Colombian Registro Civil Copy: Step-by-Step Guide (Consulate-Registered)
A few useful things to keep handy
Looking for a directory or a template? These guides explain what’s included and have a signup to receive the resource by email.
- Kid-friendly Medellín map and directory — for finding your next family outing.
- Vacaciones recreativas directory — for planning school breaks.
- Free Class Mom Toolkit — the family info form, budget tracker, and roster.
- Family photographer directory — for comparing options and finding contact details.
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Keep exploring
For day trips, weekends away, and a change of scenery, explore the travel guides.