Thinking About Moving to Medellín, Colombia? Get Your Questions Answered Live.
In this series, RJ MOOD, an American expat already living in Medellín, answers the exact questions you're Googling at midnight visas, safety, cost of living, healthcare, and what it actually feels like to start over in Colombia.
The Questions Keeping You Stuck
This section exists to match real search intent each line mirrors an actual Google query.
If you’ve typed any of these into Google, you’re exactly who this is for:
- “Is Medellín safe for Americans?”
- “How much does it actually cost to live in Medellín?”
- “What visa do I need to move to Colombia?”
- “Can I rent an apartment in Medellín with no credit history?”
- “Best neighborhoods in Medellín for expats”
- “Is it hard to make friends as an expat in Latin America?”
- “Healthcare in Colombia for Americans — is it actually good?”
Every one of those questions has a real answer. The problem isn’t that the information doesn’t exist it’s that it’s scattered across YouTube videos, Reddit threads, and Facebook groups full of people who’ve never actually lived there. Our Live Q&A puts you in a room (virtually) with people who have.
What This Live Q&A Actually Is
This isn’t a webinar where you sit and get pitched to for an hour. It’s a real, live, interactive conversation hosted by RJ MOOD, founder of MOOD Travel Abroad, who has lived in Medellín since 2023.
You show up. You ask what’s actually on your mind. You get a direct answer from someone who’s lived it not a recycled blog post.
And because so many of these live conversations keep circling back to the same place “okay, but how do I actually see this for myself before I commit?” every session points you toward the answer: seeing Medellín in person, whether through a private consultation or the January 2027 Medellín Relocation Scouting Tour.
Upcoming Live Discussion Topics
Sign-up dropdown each option is a real search-intent topic, framed as direct prep for the tour.
Pick the conversation that matches what’s actually on your mind. Can’t make it live? Sign up anyway we’ll send you the replay.
- 1. Before You Book the Flight: What to Do Before Moving to Colombia – Monday, August 31st 6 PM EST
- 2. Thinking About Medellín? Neighborhoods, Renting With No Credit & Real Life – Tuesday, September 1st 6 PM EST
- 3. Black in Medellín: What I Wish Someone Had Told Me – Wednesday, September 2nd 6 PM EST
Each live session is hosted on the MOOD Travel Abroad YouTube channel and includes real-time Q&A in chat.
What You’ll Walk Away With
- A real answer, not a guess to the specific question that’s had you stuck
- A clearer picture of whether Medellín is the life you’re trying to build
- A direct look at the January 2027 Scouting Tour the next logical step once your questions are answered and you’re ready to see it in person instead of on a screen
- Zero pressure many people join two or three of these sessions before they ever book anything, and that’s exactly how it should work
Meet the Person Answering Your Questions
RJ MOOD MOOD Travel Abroad
Philadelphia-born entrepreneur who relocated to Medellín, Colombia in 2023. He’s not reciting research — he lives there. RJ leads every Medellín-focused live session and co-leads the Medellín leg of the January 2027 Scouting Tour.
You Don’t Have to Figure This Out Alone
You’ve read enough blog posts. You’ve watched enough YouTube videos with conflicting advice. What you need now is a direct answer from someone who’s actually done it — and a real, in-person look at the life you’re considering.
Join a Live Q&A. Ask your real question. And when you’re ready to stop researching and start seeing it for yourself, the January 2027 Medellín Relocation Scouting Tour is waiting.
Your best life is waiting. Let’s go get it. Reserve My Free Spot
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FAQ Section
Is the Live Q&A actually free?
Yes. There is no cost to join any Live Q&A session. You only pay if and when you decide to book a consultation, a Relocation In a Box package, or the 2-for-1 Relocation Scouting Tour.
Do I need to already be planning a move to join?
No. Most people who join are still deciding between moving to Medellín or staying put. These sessions are built for exactly that stage — where you have real questions but haven’t made a decision yet.
What’s the difference between this Q&A and the Relocation Scouting Tour?
The Live Q&A is a free, virtual conversation where you get your questions answered from wherever you are. The 2-for-1 Relocation Scouting Tour (January 11–24, 2027) is an in-person, guided week in Medellín, where you tour real neighborhoods, view real apartments, and meet the same experts in person. Most people use the Live Q&A to get clear on their questions, then use the tour to see the answer for themselves.
Is Medellín safe for Americans relocating there?
This is one of the most common questions we address live, directly from RJ MOOD, who has lived in Medellín since 2023. Short answer: yes, with the same standard urban awareness you’d use in any major city — and it’s a topic covered in depth in both the Live Q&A and the in-person Relocation Expert Seminar on the Scouting Tour.
What visa options exist for Americans moving to Colombia?
Colombia offers several visa types for Americans depending on income, remote work status, and retirement status, including options for digital nomads and retirees. These are covered in detail in our Live Q&A sessions and in the private expert panels included on the Scouting Tour.
How do I sign up for a specific live session?
Use the form below, select the discussion topic that matches your biggest question, and you’ll receive the exclusive link to join. If you can’t make it live, you’ll still receive the replay.
Can I go straight to booking the Scouting Tour without attending a Live Q&A first?
Absolutely. The Live Q&A is designed to help you get clear before you commit, but if you already know Medellín is the answer, you can book the January 2027 tour directly at moodtravelabroad.com/product/the-2-for-1-relocation-scouting-tour/.