#6 Colombia
People in this agrarian nation and culture are straightforward, willing to share, and hospitable to newcomers. To fill the gaps when English is absent, all you want is a can-do mentality and a little Spanish, especially in smaller cities.
Residents can receive low-cost, subsidized health coverage for as little as $35 per individual each month, thanks to one of the world’s top 25 healthcare systems. Also, it is not uncommon to see co-pays for doctor’s appointments and generic medications that are less than $10.
Foreign residents can now obtain visas based on their basic social security retirement income, rent received for pensions or rental houses, and a digital nomad visa, which encourages those who work from home to live a cheaper life in a more pleasant climate.
The great news about visas is that they’re now easier than ever to obtain and, thanks to a positive exchange rate, even cheaper. People who receive a social security benefit of at least $700 per month can currently apply for the pension visa. If you aren’t quite retired but have a rental income that is at least $2,500 per month, you can apply for a comparable visa in the same category.
While the cost of living has grown significantly in recent years, foreign immigrants can still live very well in upper-class regions, starting at $1,000 per month in smaller places like Manizales and Pereira as well as $2,000 per month in large cities such as Bogota and Medellin.
