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· Real Estate Law
Decree 1448 of 2026: automatic extension of urban planning permits and measures for buildings affected by the earthquake
Decree 1448 of 2026 automatically extends by twelve months the urban planning permits in force on August 10, 2026 in 16 departments, and adjusts the structural reinforcement, demolition and reconstruction permits. Key dates, territorial scope and what to review now.
Read newsletter· Tax Law
Legislative Decree 1419 of 2026: tax relief for taxpayers affected by the earthquake, and nationwide benefits
Colombia's Decree 1419 of 2026 grants tax relief to those affected by the August 10 earthquake, but the reduction of penalties and late-payment interest is available to any taxpayer in the country. Which measure applies to whom, and the November 19, 2026 deadline.
Read newsletter· Corporate Law
Legislative Decree 1418 of 2026: temporary corporate tools for companies affected by the earthquake
For one year, Decree 1418 of 2026 eases mergers, asset sales, capital reductions and new capital raises for companies affected by the August 10, 2026 earthquake in Colombia. Key dates, who it applies to and what to do now.
Read newsletter· Tax Law
ICBF Circular 004 of 2026: how the collection of the air departure tax will work
Colombia's ICBF set out the rules to collect, file and transfer the air departure tax (US$1 per ticket). Collection is mandatory for tickets purchased on or after September 21, 2026. Who collects it, when it accrues and key dates.
Read newsletter· Compliance & Data Protection
External Circular 100-000020 of 2026: SAGRILAFT and PTEE are unified into a single system
Colombia's Superintendency of Companies merged SAGRILAFT and PTEE into a single self-control and risk management system. More sectors are now covered, Compliance Officer requirements are stricter and thresholds move to UVB. Deadline: May 31, 2027.
Read newsletter· Labor Law
Resolution 2708 of 2026: the Ministry of Labor withdraws 11 circulars and redefines the scope of its administrative guidelines
Colombia's Ministry of Labor repealed eleven circulars issued between September 2025 and July 2026 on working hours, overtime, freedom of association, reinforced job stability, domestic work and digital platforms. What changes for employers.
Read newsletter· Labor Law
Regulation of paid domestic work
Decree 993 of 2026 regulates paid domestic work in Colombia: written employment contract and registration, a 42-hour maximum workweek as of July 15, 2026, labor rights, social security, occupational risks and harassment prevention.
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