InterNations – Connecting Dutch living in Colombia

Are you looking for fellow Dutch in Colombia? Do you need advice and tips from your Dutch countrymen? Or would you like to go for a trip with other Dutch expats to discover attractions like theu0020cordilleras together?

Whether you are already living as an expat in Colombia or still residing at home in the Netherlands to prepare your relocation abroad, InterNations Colombia provides you with all you need: Founded in 2007, our trusted community has quickly established itself as the international networking platform for expats and global minds worldwide. Among our members there is also a number of Dutch expats in Colombia, hailing from all across Netherlands - from Rotterdam, over Theu0020Hague to Amsterdam.

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Pablo Garcia Ramirez

Pablo Garcia Ramirez

I was so lucky that a friend told me about InterNations before I came to Bogota. I had the chance to contact many expats there from home.

Michelle Guillemont

Michelle Guillemont

I was a little bit afraid before moving to Colombia - a new language, security issues, no friends. InterNations helped me settle in, though.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

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Meet other Dutch at our events in Colombia

Attend our monthly events and activities for Dutch expatriates to get to know like-minded expatriates in real life.

Internations Bogota - We'll Dance Again
Internations Bogota - We'll Dance Again
It's time to enjoy the new year vibes together at one of the most emblematic dancing places in Bogota dedicated to the rythms from the Caribbean. Let's meet, connect and enjoy music. See you at Galería Cafe Libro!
It's time to enjoy the new year vibes together at one of the most emblematic dancing places in Bogota dedicated to the rythms from the Caribbean. Let's meet, connect and enjoy music. See you at Galería Cafe Libro!
InterNations Bogota - New Year Welcoming
InterNations Bogota - New Year Welcoming
Critico Bar, the best secret of Lumina, the Gastronomical and Cultural District inside Hacienda Santa Barbara, is a nice new place in Bogota. Let's welcome 2026 right there! At this time of the year sunny weather is a good bet.
Critico Bar, the best secret of Lumina, the Gastronomical and Cultural District inside Hacienda Santa Barbara, is a nice new place in Bogota. Let's welcome 2026 right there! At this time of the year sunny weather is a good bet.
InterNations Bogota Karaoke Ver 2.0
InterNations Bogota Karaoke Ver 2.0
Let's repeat the successful Karaoke night, bring your best as the competition is fierce.
Let's repeat the successful Karaoke night, bring your best as the competition is fierce.
InterNations Bogota - Speak Easy
InterNations Bogota - Speak Easy
One of our community members has introduced us to this cozy place. Let's take a look at it while getting to know very interesting travelers from the place and all around the world.
One of our community members has introduced us to this cozy place. Let's take a look at it while getting to know very interesting travelers from the place and all around the world.

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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue with your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? There’s a variety of InterNations Groups you can join, including everything from sightseeing to hiking. These are run by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month, such as dinners in the cities finest restaurants, sports or outings with other expats to explore all that your new home has to offer.

Bogotá Community Group
Bogotá Community Group
Medellin Community Group
Medellin Community Group
Cali Community Group
Cali Community Group

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Receive Information and Tips about Colombia from Dutch Expats

Obviously, embarking on expat life in Colombia is not only about packing boxes and getting some paperwork done. The regular exchange with your Dutch compatriots is also an important aspect of the expat experience and can help you get accustomed to the Colombian culture and people. InterNations helps you meet and interact with other Dutch in Colombia, living in Bogotu00E1, Barranquilla, Calu00ED and many other places across the country. Just take a look at our group ofDutch in Bogotu00E1 orDutch in Medellin.

So, if you should ever feel like speaking your mother tongue, finding out where to shop for Dutch food, or chatting about your favorite team’s latest match, join the Dutch InterNations Community:

  • Browse our high-quality expat network to find like-minded expatriates from the Netherlands in Colombia.
  • Receive and share advice in our Colombia Expat Forums – e.g. how to find a nanny speaking your kids’ native tongue or where to shop for stamppot in Bogotu00E1...
  • Browse the InterNations Places database for Colombia to find institutions like the nearest Dutch embassy and many others.

From theu0020cordilleras to theu0020Orinocou0020Riveru0020Basin, we’ll get you in touch with helpful and friendly Dutch expats in Colombia.

Take Part in Various Expat Activities to Meet Fellow Dutch in Colombia

Additionally, you are cordially invited to participate in our regular expat events and activities taking place in Colombia. Our events cover various interests and range from a small expat dinner to enjoy the traditional Colombian bandejau0020paisa, to big expat get-togethers with hundreds of guests in Bogotu00E1's top locations. You may also join one of our expat excursions for a weekend trip together with a group of fellow Dutch in Cali to visit theu0020historicalu0020Lau0020Candelariau0020neighbourhood, Ciudadu0020Perdidau0020inu0020theu0020jungle, and other impressive landmarks across Colombia.

This way, our events and activities are a very nice occasion to meet fellow expats from the Netherlands and around the world in a casual atmosphere. Interested? Sign up for membership and you’ll soon be welcomed with a warm Goededag from our Dutch living in Colombia!

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