Comprehensive advisory services in Colombia for business and international trade.

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International Investment

Your legal support for international investment to and from Colombia.

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Contract Law

Legal advice for drafting, reviewing, and auditing your national and international contracts.

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Customs regulations

Imports, exports of goods and services, international payments, Colombian foreign exchange regulations.

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Migration Law

Obtaining a visa in Colombia, obligations of foreign nationals and companies.

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About DEC

DEC Consultores specializes in providing comprehensive legal support to companies and individuals involved in the dynamic field of international trade related to Colombia. Founded in 2008 by Doctor of Law Néstor R. Londoño S. and Master in Foreign Trade Jaime A. Zuñiga R.

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Lawyer from UPB, Master in Business Law, Doctor of Law from UNIZAR

Néstor R. Londoño S.

Legal Director, E-mail.

Lawyer from UPB, Specialist in Commercial Law.

Valentina Sierra S.

Lawyer, E-mail.

Economist. Specialist in International Business. Master in Global Marketing from EAN.

Jaime Alberto Zuñiga R.

Manager, E-mail.

Lawyer from UPB, Specialist in Labor Law from UPB.

Ana Cristina Sanchez S.

Lawyer, E-mail.

Political Scientist from UPB, Master in Government and Public Policy from EAFIT.

Valentina Duque C.

Policy Consultant, E-mail.

Lawyer from UPB, Specialist in Tax Law from Universidad Externado.

Sergio Rodriguez

Lawyer, E-mail.

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Opening Bank Accounts in Colombia for Foreigners: Clear and Updated Rules

The Financial Superintendency of Colombia, through Concept No. 2017121469-001 dated November 24, 2017, issued a statement regarding the refusal by some banks to provide financial services to foreigners, clarifying that immigration status alone cannot be a valid reason...

Cash Limits When Entering or Leaving Colombia: What Every Traveler Should Know

At DEC we are frequently asked a key question: How much money can I bring into or take out of Colombia when traveling internationally? While Colombia’s foreign exchange regulations for travelers are relatively clear, their application often leads to confusion—and...

What You Need to Know About International Package Shipping to Colombia

In recent years, e-commerce has completely transformed the way we purchase products. Platforms like Temu, Shein, Amazon, Aliexpress, and many others allow consumers to shop in minutes and receive orders directly at their doorstep. However, this boom in online sales...

Rules for Bringing Goods into Colombia by Travelers

Decree 1165 of 2019 contains the Colombian customs regulations. Among these, the rules governing the entry of goods by travelers are found in Articles 266 to 287. These articles establish the conditions and clarify various issues that previously caused confusion for...

The Globalization of Business and the Importance of Understanding Colombia’s Foreign Exchange Regulation

The globalization of business and the growing export-oriented vision of Colombian companies—particularly in Antioquia—have underscored the importance of understanding and properly applying Colombia’s foreign exchange regulations. In an academic session hosted by the...

The Requirement of Criminal Background Checks in the Colombian Visa System: The Need for a Clear and Uniform Guideline

Resolution 5477 of 2022, issued by the Colombian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, regulates the visa system in Colombia, including both substantive and procedural provisions for application, evaluation, and issuance. Among the elements that have raised the greatest...

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