Labor Force Participation in Colombia

Author: Mr. Marco Arena, Camila Casas, and Mr. Roberto Perrelli

Colombia’s labor force participation (LFP) showed a steady and gradual decline for both men and women between 2012 and 2019, which contrasts with rising LFP in regional peers.

Volume/Issue: Volume 2025 Issue 146

Publication date: November 2025

ISBN: 9798229030342

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Labor , Demography , Emigration and Immigration , Gender Studies , Labor force participation , female employment , gender gap , Venezuelan migration , demographic transition , issues paper , IMF staff , IMF country , Colombia's labor force participation , long-term growth , Labor force , Gender diversity , Migration , Women

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Summary

Colombia’s labor force participation (LFP) showed a steady and gradual decline for both men and women between 2012 and 2019, which contrasts with rising LFP in regional peers. This paper assesses the factors behind LFP dynamics in Colombia to inform policy options for boosting participation and supporting Colombia’s long-term growth, against the headwinds from slowing birthrates and population aging.