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Cartagena or Cebu
Comprehensive comparison between Cartagena (Colombia) and Cebu (Philippines). Analyze differences in purchasing power, housing, safety, and visas to make your next move.
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Based on 2026 cost of living data, Cebu is more affordable than Cartagena. Cartagena has a cost rating of 28/100, while Cebu has a cost rating of 26/100.
In terms of safety, Cebu ranks higher with a safety score of 74/100, compared to Cartagena at 76/100. Cartagena's safety score is 74/100 and Cebu's safety score is 76/100.
Average rent in Cartagena is typically €450 - €750 per month, whereas typical rent in Cebu averages €300 - €550 per month.
For Cartagena, the visa process is rated as: Colombian Digital Nomad Visa (V Nómada) (Colombia’s Digital Nomad Visa gives non-EU remote workers up to 2 years residence with a very low income requirement (~$900/mo).). For Cebu, the process is rated as: Philippine Digital Nomad Visa & SRRV Retirement (The Philippine Digital Nomad Visa grants remote professionals 1-year renewable stay, alongside the popular SRRV retirement visa (age 50+).).