Doing Business In Colombia

Colombia Overview

Nearly five times the size of the UK, Colombia is a large and diverse country which has enjoyed a long tradition of economic and political stability. Colombia's economy is diverse and relatively advanced and there are opportunities for companies in many, varied sectors, particularly promising in niche areas.

Primary commodities remain its main exports (in particular crude oil, coal, coffee, and non-ferrous metals), but British companies operate in a wide range of sectors, including financial services, beverages and environmental services.

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About This Guide

This guide aims to provide a route map of the way ahead, together with signposts to other sources of help.

The main objective of this Doing Business in Colombia Guide is to provide you with basic knowledge about Colombia; an overview of its economy, business culture, potential opportunities and to identify the main issues associated with initial research, market entry, risk management and cultural and language issues.

We do not pretend to provide all the answers within the guide, but novice exporters in particular will find it a useful starting point. Further assistance is available from the UK Trade & Investment team in Colombia. Full contact details are available in this guide.