Key facts at a glance
Currency
COP
Employer cost
≈ 30–50%
Payroll cycle
Monthly or bi-weekly
Probation
Up to 2 months
Notice period
Contract-dependent
Annual leave
15 working days
Working hours
44 hours / week (reducing)
Capital
Bogotá
What employers should know
- Service bonus (prima) twice a year
- Severance (cesantías) contributions
- Transport allowance for lower salaries
Contracts
Employment contracts in Colombia should set out salary, hours (44 hours / week (reducing)), probation (Up to 2 months) and notice terms. We issue locally compliant contracts in days.
Payroll & taxes
Payroll typically runs monthly or bi-weekly in COP. Employer social contributions are around ≈ 30–50% of gross salary.
Leave & benefits
Employees are entitled to 15 working days of annual leave plus public holidays. Competitive packages often add health cover and allowances.
Termination
Notice is contract-dependent. Terminations must follow local procedure — our specialists manage it to reduce risk.
Figures are indicative and change regularly. Confirm current rules with our team before making an offer.