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Eddie54
American looking for information about Ecuador
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About me
American
Lives in Wichita Falls, TX
Registration: 19 May 2012
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Bringing in dvds and bluray discs by Eddie54
In order to save space in my suitcases, I want to get rid of the cases my dvds and blurays come in and just stack them on those plastic media "cake boxes". Will this create problems for me getting through customs? Please let me know. ...
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Thanks, cccmedia. A "cakebox" is the plastic "tower" that comes with the purchase of blank discs. Read More
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Bringing in dvds and bluray discs
In order to save space in my suitcases, I want to get rid of the cases my dvds and blurays come in and just stack them on those plastic media "cake boxes". Will this create problems for me getting through customs? Please let me know. ... Read More
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Can I bring home-burned video discs to Ecuador? by Eddie54
In addition to store bought dvds and blu-rays, I have a lot of video dvds and blurays that I burned myself. There are so many of them that I store them on the towers (if you know what I mean). Would I have any trouble bringing those into the ...
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Thank you cccmedia, Also how can I get a list of prohibited things? I'd appreciate it. Read More
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Can I bring home-burned video discs to Ecuador?
In addition to store bought dvds and blu-rays, I have a lot of video dvds and blurays that I burned myself. There are so many of them that I store them on the towers (if you know what I mean). Would I have any trouble bringing those into the ... Read More
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Are there dog boarding kennels in the major cities? by Eddie54
Hi folks, My plan was to move to Ecuador with my two perros and board them while I look for an apartment that takes. pets. Please let me know if there are such boarding kennels in Quito or Cuence...or even Manta. Also, do buses let you put dogs ...
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Well, Denise, I'm still waiting for the info on the professional dog handler you mentioned. I'd appreciate all the info you can get me. Thanks. Eddie Read More
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Are there dog boarding kennels in the major cities? by Eddie54
Hi folks, My plan was to move to Ecuador with my two perros and board them while I look for an apartment that takes. pets. Please let me know if there are such boarding kennels in Quito or Cuence...or even Manta. Also, do buses let you put dogs ...
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Thanks Denise. I would very much like to get in touch with that guy you spoke of that has the kennels. Also, are you positive about the exhaust on buses leaking into the luggage area? I thought exhaust pipes, whether above or below the bus, would ... Read More
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Are there dog boarding kennels in the major cities?
Hi folks, My plan was to move to Ecuador with my two perros and board them while I look for an apartment that takes. pets. Please let me know if there are such boarding kennels in Quito or Cuence...or even Manta. Also, do buses let you put dogs ... Read More
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Seeking conversations with expats that use the Skype system.
Hi folks, I still think about moving to Ecuador every day. More so now than before because I opted not to purhcase health unsurance here in the states. That means I have to pay a fine. However, what I'd like to do most of all now is to talk with ... Read More
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$25000 investment question
Hi Folks, is it true that the $25,000 investment to obtain the resident visa cannot be used by me AT ANY TIME??? I was under the impression that I can withdraw when I turn 62. Please let me know the facts about all this. Thanks. Read More
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HELP!!! I have a question about my passport. by Eddie54
Hi, folks. I visited Ecuador last June and my passport is stamped June 12, 2012. I want to move there permanently in a few months time. What will happen when I go through customs in May and they see that June 12, 2012 stamp? Will that cause ...
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Yes, ZenSpike. I was going for the Buster Keaton look. I've been a fan for years. And thanks for the addition info. Unlike you, I'll probably be doing the $25,000 investment as opposed to buying property. Thanks again. Read More
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HELP!!! I have a question about my passport. by Eddie54
Hi, folks. I visited Ecuador last June and my passport is stamped June 12, 2012. I want to move there permanently in a few months time. What will happen when I go through customs in May and they see that June 12, 2012 stamp? Will that cause ...
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Thanks, Vinny, but I'm still a little confused. Let me get this straight. I used up a week, so that means I have two months and three weeks left, but what happens if I go to Ecuador in May and that length of time spills out into and past June? ... Read More
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HELP!!! I have a question about my passport. by Eddie54
Hi, folks. I visited Ecuador last June and my passport is stamped June 12, 2012. I want to move there permanently in a few months time. What will happen when I go through customs in May and they see that June 12, 2012 stamp? Will that cause ...
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Hi Vinny, I only stayed a week in Ecuador. That was enough time for me to decide that I wanted to live there permanently. Read More
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HELP!!! I have a question about my passport.
Hi, folks. I visited Ecuador last June and my passport is stamped June 12, 2012. I want to move there permanently in a few months time. What will happen when I go through customs in May and they see that June 12, 2012 stamp? Will that cause ... Read More
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Need apartment in Manta for me and my 2 dogs. Impossible? by Eddie54
I'll be coming to Manta soon and will be looking for an apartment for me and my two dogs. Will this be difficult for me? I don't need ANY luxuries like beach front property. Just a nice little inexpensive place that I can reside while looking for ...
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Well, $120 for a cab ride to manta is still cheaper than the $350 Journeyman Jack is charging from Quito to Manta. I took the Manta Express once and I felt very claustrophobic. All I'll be bringing with my are my two dogs (in their plastic ... Read More
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Need apartment in Manta for me and my 2 dogs. Impossible? by Eddie54
I'll be coming to Manta soon and will be looking for an apartment for me and my two dogs. Will this be difficult for me? I don't need ANY luxuries like beach front property. Just a nice little inexpensive place that I can reside while looking for ...
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Hi Mike, I could make an eduacated guess and say late February. Employers around these parts (Texas) have until January 31 to mail out the tax info. I appreciate all your help, but don't hold the place for me. That wouldn't be fair to you. Worst ... Read More