Where did Colombia be?
News International.
As the world ages and economic conditions in many nations become more uncertain, more and more people wonder: where is it possible to live a dignified, calm and economically sustainable old age? The magazine Forbes He tried to answer that question with his International ranking of the best countries to retire in 2025and the results have given what to talk about.
The list, which includes 24 global destinationscovers countries of America, Europe, Asia and island territories, all selected for their ability to offer a safe, comfortable and affordable retirement. The report analyzes key variables such as The cost of living, the quality of the health system, migration policies for pensioners, security, climate and urban infrastructure.
Beyond rest: retirement as a choice of life
Contrary to what could be thought, retirement abroad is no longer just a luxury for few. It has become a realistic and increasingly common strategy. In fact, more than 700,000 American retirees They already receive their pensions living outside their country, according to official figures. The trend also grows among Europeans who, after years of quoting in demanding systems, seek destinations where their resources pay more and the quality of life is superior.
Retirement giants: Who leads the list?
Although Forbes does not assign a strict hierarchical ranking, it does notice nations that for years have led this type of listings:
- Portugal and Spainin Europe, thanks to its temperate climate, excellent public health system and a rich and active cultural life.
- Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesiain Asia, which offer paradisiacal landscapes, first -level private medical care and low costs.
- Mexico, Panama and Costa Ricain Latin America, which combine good connectivity, favorable immigration policies and a relaxed lifestyle at affordable prices.
In all of them, the equation is similar: pleasant climates, active social life, good medical care and a budget that allows much more than it would cost in cities such as New York, Berlin or London.
Colombia: Among the emerging jewels of retirement
In this context, Colombia has managed to consolidate as one of the 24 best options in the world to retire in 2025according to Forbes. Although a numerical position is not specified, the mention in the selection is already significant and responds to multiple factors:
- Accessible cost of living: A foreign retiree can maintain a comfortable lifestyle with a reduced budget against European or American standards.
- Quality Medical Care: Hospitals in cities such as Medellín, Bogotá and Cali are among the best in Latin America, with highly qualified private services.
- Pensioner Visa: One of the most flexible programs on the continent, which allows legally to reside with stable income higher than the Colombian minimum wage (today close to USD 300).
- Ideal cities: Medellín, Pereira, Cali and Cartagena have been indicated as key points, for their temperate climate, cultural offer, urban development and nearby health services.
In addition, air connectivity with North America, the Caribbean and Europe turns the country into a bridge between cultures and an ideal base for those who still want to travel or receive frequent family visits.
A fashion or a life decision?
For many, retireing abroad is no longer an exotic adventure, but a Rational and strategic decision. The combination between quality of life, economic sustainability and good access to health services It turns countries like Colombia into increasingly attractive alternatives in front of dense and faces where retirement is hardly enough to survive.
