Immigrants in Colombia
Colombia is a diverse country with a long history of immigration. According to the National Administrative Department of Statistics (DANE), in 2022, there were approximately 1.8 million immigrants living in Colombia, representing around 3.7% of the total population.
The majority of immigrants in Colombia come from neighboring countries such as Venezuela, Ecuador, and Peru. Many of these immigrants have come to Colombia in recent years due to political and economic instability in their home countries. Venezuelans, in particular, make up the largest group of immigrants in Colombia, with over 1.8 million Venezuelans estimated to be living in Colombia as of 2022.
There are also smaller immigrant communities from other countries, such as the United States, Spain, and Italy, among others. Many of these immigrants come to Colombia for work, study, or to start a business.
Overall, immigrants in Colombia face challenges such as language barriers, discrimination, and limited access to services such as healthcare and education. However, the Colombian government has taken steps to improve the situation for immigrants, including offering temporary protection status to Venezuelans and implementing programs to support immigrant integration.
