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user159

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English expat in Ecuador

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English

Lives in ecuador

Registration: 11 March 2019

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last year
Rtt1976

I have a double citizenship by Rtt1976

I’m planing to move to Ecuador. Can I bring a car and if so in what value and engine type. Also can I ship a classic car if so how do I find the value.

user159

I’m planing to move to Ecuador. Can I bring a car -@Rtt1976Simple answer, no (although some wiggle room, but unless you are Ecuadorian doesn't apply to and if so in what value and engine type. Also can I ship a classic car if ... Read More

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last year
Mr. Barley

Any restrictions on flying with estupefacientes from to/from Colombia? by Mr. Barley

I looked for a thread on this question, but didn't find one. Of course, I am referring to the medication prescribed by Ecuadorian doctors on special government authorized blue pads to poor sleepers among others.

user159

what exact medication and quantity? Read More

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last year
cccmedia

Home invasions in Vilcabamba: The U.S. State Department takes notice by cccmedia

Following the latest home invasion in Vilcabamba --which claimed the life of a Colorado native namedFrancesca Williams and left two other adults in herhousehold injured -- the U.S. Consulate of Ecuadorhas guidance for other Expats.The Consulate has ...

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And this is why you need to be prepared to defend yourself with deadly force. While linking arms and singing kumbaya is nice, the only thing that will prevent you from becoming a victim of violent attacks like these is having a firearm and knowing ... Read More

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last year
Neanderthal

Obtaining Ecuadorian citizenship through marriage abroad (in Europe) by Neanderthal

Hello,The facts:1. I am married to a Ecuadorian2. Married in The Netherlands3. Marriage is registered in the Ecuadorian 'Civil Registry' by the Ecuadorian embassy in The Netherlands.4. We DO NOT live in EcuadorI want to obtain the Ecuadorian ...

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Not sure if things are different for nationality through spouse or what nationalisation process coxhere1 was going for, but I didn't need any language test to get my citizenship, although it was 10+ years ago so things maybe have changed.From what I ... Read More

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last year
Fox21

South African Parent Looking to Relocate to Cuenca by Fox21

As a South African considering a move to Cuenca, Ecuador, I am curious about the experiences of other expats in raising children in Cuenca.I would like to hear from other expat parents about their personal experiences, both positive and negative, ...

user159

I've got 3 kids here, from 6 to 14. 2 born here, one abroad.How old are your kids?Have you been to ecuador before?Have you been to cuenca before?What will do you for education? Read More

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last year
Evesdrop

Any flights from Guayaquil to Salinas by Evesdrop

Hello, all!My sister and I are planning travel to Punta Blanca next year.We will be arriving into Guayaquil airport and were wondering if there are any regional flights between Guayaquil and Salinas, or anywhere close to Punta Blanca.We prefer not ...

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Just a warning, you will be spending most of the day in the municipio.No car hire places like you are used to. You may find someone who hires out there car. But honestly, just pay for taxis, or hire a driver for the day, it will be cheaper and less ... Read More

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last year
cccmedia

Trouble On the Coast and Mafia Carnage by cccmedia

Off-shore and airstrip drug activity along the Ecuador Coast is so bad in Manabí Province that radar may be installed shortly on private property.By presidential decree, property owners in parts of the province will be subject to the ...

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Although it is true a lot of drug and violent events happen around Manabi and Esmeraldas, I'd like to express the fact that everyday life activities continue, and, as long as one avoids dangerous areas, don't get involved with unknown activities, ... Read More

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last year
cccmedia

Trouble On the Coast and Mafia Carnage by cccmedia

Off-shore and airstrip drug activity along the Ecuador Coast is so bad in Manabí Province that radar may be installed shortly on private property.By presidential decree, property owners in parts of the province will be subject to the ...

user159

@Jeff_Angiee I wasn't aware of a murder of a politician in Salinas. I mentioned Salinas as being less a target of the drug cartels because of its location, due west of Guayaquil. There is a direct highway linking Guayaquil and Manta with ... Read More

user159 replied to a thread
2 years ago
hughespmichael6289

Loja vs Cuenca by hughespmichael6289

I spent two months in Loja, a month in Vilcabamba and now am in Cuenca. The three places all have attractions but Loja impresses me most. I'm about to start the professional visa process. I would like to hear the cons of retiring in Loja or a ...

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Loja is smaller and less expats but better weather than cuenca IMO.If you want to be part of an ex pat community and / or don't speak spanish, then maybe cuenca is better tbh Read More

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2 years ago
Kyle Macleod

We are looking at Cuenca, however open to other options by Kyle Macleod

Hello Everyone, I am from South Africa, and looking to immigrate to Ecuador within the next few months. It is myself (28), My partner(28), Our Daughter(5 Months) and son (6). I am a Software Developer and My partner is a Freelance Writer. ...

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private schools $300+ will be alright but probably all spanish speaking (maybe some lessons in english). For English speaking schools, I am only aware of options in the $1000 plus range.However, it is advised to at least visit the country before ... Read More

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2 years ago
suefrankdahl

Building materials/home construction on the EC coast by suefrankdahl

We have a new member, Terrazzo Guy, who is requesting info about building materials as he is planning to build a house on the coast. I hope that he will be able to get some feed back here from those with experience and knowledge on the subject

user159

Neither Sue nor Terrazzo have posted since 2015, would not expect a reply. -@mugteckit's been 7 years. 80% chance they probably don't live in Ecuador any more tbh Read More

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2 years ago
cccmedia

A Threat at 'Mi Domicilio' by cccmedia

Years ago, I was mugged or robbed on Loja Street and in Parque la Carolina.  Tonight, however, was the first time in Ecuador that anyone ever threatened me or my property while inside my condo complex.The threat came from Melba*, a middle-aged ...

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Not entirely unusual for people to do work for you, unrequested then ask for payment, or a contribution. By the definition it's a con, but...People washing your car whilst it's parked. Yes it was filthy, but I have an 1hour drive home through the ... Read More

user159 replied to a thread
2 years ago
traveler76

medications by traveler76

has Ecuador Government removed penalties for buying opioids and taken away the sigma of buying because of chronic pain? It would be nice to live somewhere that I could retire too and be treated properly. thanks

user159

I have occasional need for prescription medications to help with occasional insomnia. My experience in Guayaquil has been simple.I walk down to our neighborhood doctor. His office is attached to his home. My first visit, i explained that my doc ... Read More

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2 years ago
traveler76

medications by traveler76

has Ecuador Government removed penalties for buying opioids and taken away the sigma of buying because of chronic pain? It would be nice to live somewhere that I could retire too and be treated properly. thanks

user159

@user159 So if you have prescriptions when you expat in your country be they opioids or say, biological for autoimmune conditions. Will you face difficulty in obtaining your meds? . If one has a chronic illness and takes medication- then it ... Read More

user159 replied to a thread
2 years ago
traveler76

medications by traveler76

has Ecuador Government removed penalties for buying opioids and taken away the sigma of buying because of chronic pain? It would be nice to live somewhere that I could retire too and be treated properly. thanks

user159

has Ecuador Government removed penalties for buying opioids NoIt would be nice to live somewhere that I could retire too and be treated properly. you'll be treated properly. Just don't expect opiods to be prescribed in anyway near north American ... Read More