Drmark
American looking for information about Ecuador
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Registration: 09 August 2010
The best apps for expats in Ecuador by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share information regarding some of the apps that have helped to facilitate your move abroad in Ecuador. This will help expats-to-be who are making the move as well. Which apps did you use while preparing your move to ...
I use several to navigate around Cuenca and Ecuador. Pilot Translator and Google translate. Google maps. WhattsApp Cuenca Bus shows the bus lines These seem to be all I have on my phone or need. Read More
RETIRING IN ECUADOR, any other town like Loja? by june0627
hi, single, 69 with 2 small dogs. as soon as house sells, i will be on my way. loja sounds great. can you tell me of any other town with those attributes. where do i start here with my arrangements. also,how do i rent an apt. when i get there. ...
Good morning June, I am in the process of moving right now. I have been using this Lawyer to help me with my paperwork ect. Sara Chaca, Attorney - Abogada Ecuador Lawyer Matricula Number: 01201515 Website: www.ecuadorvisas.com Email Address: ... Read More
Business etiquette in Ecuador
I was in Mexico a few weeks ago. There I was right cheek to cheek, and got kissed by the women. I was also expected to kiss "cheek" back. Read More
Big move in July by Drmark
My wife and I are looking to move to Cuenca. I will be there first around July 1 and she will follow in 30 days with the cat. Love some help or full service with the VISA's. I expect to post a $25.5 k bond. $25K for me and $500 for her. I ...
Thank you again for all the help. We are looking forward to a nice retirement. I can't use a pension for several years so I need to post the $25k bond. Read More
Big move in July by Drmark
My wife and I are looking to move to Cuenca. I will be there first around July 1 and she will follow in 30 days with the cat. Love some help or full service with the VISA's. I expect to post a $25.5 k bond. $25K for me and $500 for her. I ...
Hence the reason why I am verifying all the requirements for the documents now and not the day before. I do also grasp the point. No visa, no container. I don't intend to move with a suitcase. I spent 10 plus years living overseas. Which is ... Read More
Big move in July by Drmark
My wife and I are looking to move to Cuenca. I will be there first around July 1 and she will follow in 30 days with the cat. Love some help or full service with the VISA's. I expect to post a $25.5 k bond. $25K for me and $500 for her. I ...
The apostille is a notarization of the document itself. Would this be something I would specify when I order the documents or would this be service a lawyer would provide? I was estimating, get the FBI report ordered in February. That should give ... Read More
Big move in July by Drmark
My wife and I are looking to move to Cuenca. I will be there first around July 1 and she will follow in 30 days with the cat. Love some help or full service with the VISA's. I expect to post a $25.5 k bond. $25K for me and $500 for her. I ...
Does apostille = Notarized? Also anyone have an actual list of the documents? I asked the Ecuadorian consulate here in Minneapolis and they would not provide any support. Read More
Big move in July by Drmark
My wife and I are looking to move to Cuenca. I will be there first around July 1 and she will follow in 30 days with the cat. Love some help or full service with the VISA's. I expect to post a $25.5 k bond. $25K for me and $500 for her. I ...
How do you get it Apostled? not sure how to spell that? Read More
Big move in July
My wife and I are looking to move to Cuenca. I will be there first around July 1 and she will follow in 30 days with the cat. Love some help or full service with the VISA's. I expect to post a $25.5 k bond. $25K for me and $500 for her. I ... Read More
Moving by Radcliffe21
Hello my name is rhonda and I've never been to your country but have been talking to half of a couple that have been there many times and plan to retire there. Being who I am, I'm just going to take that leap of faith and move there - ...
I loved it there and look forward to seeing you in Ecuador when I retire there. Read More
Exploring Cuenca
My wife and I were there in November. We are not planning on moving there. Wonderful place, wonderful people. Read More
Traveler Checks vs Prepaid Debit cards by retiranlovingit
I will be moving to EC the beginning of next year and not wanting to carry a lot of cash I was wandering what is better to carry for ease of use travelers checks or prepaid debit cards. I also will have a debit/Visa card linked to my bank here in ...
FYI, I did have an issue at a few ATM machines that would not scan my Visa card. Use a terminal that didn't work, move to one next to it that did. Read More
Visa problems by Anthony Bassak
My name is Anthony Bassak. I live in Northern Illinois and the closest embassy for Ecuador is in Chicago and they never answer their telephone and if they do they immediately hang up the receiver. I will keep tryin Has anyone ever heard of Patrick ...
Have you tried the consulate in Minneapolis? Read More
International Movers
I have been looking into this for awhile. My thoughts on it are... Moving there in 2-years. While I was going to get a 20 foot container for $5500 and wait the 2-3 months... thinking this. I can ship a crate there freight Over-night for around ... Read More
So interested in Cuenca! by thesherins
Hello My wife and I are coming to Ecuador this summer to check things out before we retire in 2 years (teachers and coaches). Can anyone tell me where we can meet expats to get to know the real Cuenca scene? Is there a local hangout? Gracias Marty
My wife and I visited there for a couple of weeks in Nov. We both voted YES on moving there in 2 years as well. When you come, expect to be equipped with a lot of $1, 5 and a few 10 dollar bills. Most places will not be able to make change for ... Read More
getting to cuenca from Quito
It was a pleasure to finally meet you, the wife and I both voted yes to Cuenca. So on track for Feb-March 2016 transition. Read More
getting to cuenca from Quito
When in Quito don't forget a trip to the Equator. We hired a taxi to get there from downtown Quito "1-hour ride." Had him wait for around 1.5 hours and the hour ride back. Total cost $40 for the taxi. There are 2 places, the real Equator and the ... Read More
I am coming to Cuenca!!! by janet119
Hopefully I will head towards Cuenca 1 feb 2014. I am 51 years old and am ready to start a fresh life in Cuenca. I have been taking spanish classes online, but think living in Spanish community is probably the best way to learn. Any hints ...
79 right now and will be headed to the beach shortly. We can get used to this fast. Restaurants are good, people very nice. This has been a good vacation so far. Read More
I am coming to Cuenca!!! by janet119
Hopefully I will head towards Cuenca 1 feb 2014. I am 51 years old and am ready to start a fresh life in Cuenca. I have been taking spanish classes online, but think living in Spanish community is probably the best way to learn. Any hints ...
We arrived in guyaquil last night, only issue is brushing our teeth with bottled water and humidity. Looking forward to our cuenca visit Thursday. I did find out I was saying it totally wrong. Read More
Internet shopping? by Lauratort
I'm so used to buying things on Amazon that I wonder if I'd be able to make regular purchases and have it shipped to my home in Ecuador. I'm learning, however, that things don't work the same way and since I'm so GREEN, I have no idea if I'd be ...
How about getting a pallet shipped there? If we move, we would probably ship 2-3 pallets. Any idea cost, price? Read More
I am coming to Cuenca!!! by janet119
Hopefully I will head towards Cuenca 1 feb 2014. I am 51 years old and am ready to start a fresh life in Cuenca. I have been taking spanish classes online, but think living in Spanish community is probably the best way to learn. Any hints ...
We arrive next week Thursday evening. Are you there now? If you're up to it PM me a number to reach you. I'm in the stage of trying to convince the wife this might be do-able. Read More
I am coming to Cuenca!!! by janet119
Hopefully I will head towards Cuenca 1 feb 2014. I am 51 years old and am ready to start a fresh life in Cuenca. I have been taking spanish classes online, but think living in Spanish community is probably the best way to learn. Any hints ...
My wife and I will be there for a few days the end of next week. Anything fun to do that's coming up? Read More
Moving to Ecuador by jkphumble
Hello all, buckle up and sit back for a good laugh and then pass on some advice to this silver haired lobo. My name is Kim, a Canadian boy, who left Canada almost 2 years ago after finding out he was very sick and not supposed to live. I found ...
I have the flights done for November. We will be there for 2 weeks and now getting the hotels setup. Read More
Moving to Ecuador by jkphumble
Hello all, buckle up and sit back for a good laugh and then pass on some advice to this silver haired lobo. My name is Kim, a Canadian boy, who left Canada almost 2 years ago after finding out he was very sick and not supposed to live. I found ...
The wife and I will be visiting Guayaquil and Cuenca for a week each in November. Looking forward on deciding if this is the place. Recommend any hotels on the beach? Cuenca? If so then only need to decide on when to move Read More
Moving to Ecuador by jkphumble
Hello all, buckle up and sit back for a good laugh and then pass on some advice to this silver haired lobo. My name is Kim, a Canadian boy, who left Canada almost 2 years ago after finding out he was very sick and not supposed to live. I found ...
Oh really? Do you happen to have a list of all the required documents? Read More
Moving to Ecuador by jkphumble
Hello all, buckle up and sit back for a good laugh and then pass on some advice to this silver haired lobo. My name is Kim, a Canadian boy, who left Canada almost 2 years ago after finding out he was very sick and not supposed to live. I found ...
I was planning on working on visa's in possibly 16 months for residence. Just trying to cover my bases. But through work I could probably still get a reasonable price on shipping. Read More
Moving to Ecuador by jkphumble
Hello all, buckle up and sit back for a good laugh and then pass on some advice to this silver haired lobo. My name is Kim, a Canadian boy, who left Canada almost 2 years ago after finding out he was very sick and not supposed to live. I found ...
I have seen that you can bring in a 40 foot container duty free. Does it have to be a 40 foot container? I have a lot less to move and could probably move it in a couple of large wood crates. Does it have to be over water shipment? Read More
Pay taxes or ss for employing housekeeping help. by nancy roman
Hello, I would like to know if one has to pay taxes or ss for employing housekeeping help.
This actually sounds like if you intend to hire for a 40-hour week, not a few hours a week. Or am I mistaken? Read More
Basic necessities by Exskipper
I have seen references to a lack of paper products, and I saw someone planning to bring food-quality baking soda back from the US (for bathing, tooth brushing.....). Sorry if I missed other blogs with good info, but I'll ask about how to find what ...
Does this effect the container we can bring in? I have heard you can bring in a 40 footer. I am guessing I might need a 10-20 foot one. Read More
Basic necessities by Exskipper
I have seen references to a lack of paper products, and I saw someone planning to bring food-quality baking soda back from the US (for bathing, tooth brushing.....). Sorry if I missed other blogs with good info, but I'll ask about how to find what ...
Would there be an issue bringing in larger computer monitors say 27-30"? Also I asked once before, computer parts and networking gear. If we move there, would it be necessary to bring in everything including spares? Read More
Any retired military folks residing in Ecuador?? by r&p406
As previously posted I am in the National Guard and will be retiring this year. I have a VA service connected disability and will be using this for my pensioners visa. Does anyone else have any insight on how this works? I won聮t collect my full ...
I'm ex Army and Navy, Didn't retire but served. I'll be checking a couple of cities out in Nov with the wife. Targeting 19 months and counting. Read More
Gringo-Cuencano moving to Cuenca in September 2013 by mitchguzman
Hi ya'll, My name is Mitchell, I am a gringo-cuencano moving to Cuenca in September with my wife and kids. Got some questions regarding banking, credit cards, internet, cell phones, etc. 1) I work for a web design company in Boca Raton and will ...
I can ship any weight package anywhere. I am assuming there is some tax avoidance related to the weight? I also do understand 8.8=4, I would have thought there was more to it than that. Read More
Gringo-Cuencano moving to Cuenca in September 2013 by mitchguzman
Hi ya'll, My name is Mitchell, I am a gringo-cuencano moving to Cuenca in September with my wife and kids. Got some questions regarding banking, credit cards, internet, cell phones, etc. 1) I work for a web design company in Boca Raton and will ...
Sorry?? 8.8 lbs? Never heard of that? Could you elaborate? Read More
Gringo-Cuencano moving to Cuenca in September 2013 by mitchguzman
Hi ya'll, My name is Mitchell, I am a gringo-cuencano moving to Cuenca in September with my wife and kids. Got some questions regarding banking, credit cards, internet, cell phones, etc. 1) I work for a web design company in Boca Raton and will ...
How about computer hardware? Is it reasonable/accessible to buy hard drives, mother boards, laptops, tablets, etc? Or better to buy in the US and have it shipped in? Read More
Currently in Cuenca, looking to meet expats by Wyvern
My wife and I are currently in Cuenca. We're contemplating a move down here and would love to get together and hear firsthand the good and bad of moving to Ecuador. Send me a message if you're interested in getting together. Pete
My wife and I are headed there in Jan or Feb sometime. Looking to meet people too. Read More
Totally Lost and Scared to Death by mcowser
Hi everyone, I am a single woman that wants to possibly move to Ecuador. I know I want to move somewhere in Latin America and Ecuador is looking great. I have been researching for a long time, but still don't know where to start. I mean I don't ...
Quick question, from what I have read, I was lead to believe you had to pay cash 100% of the buy price for homes. Can you get loans for homes? Read More
Getting around, looking for an idea by Drmark
My wife and I are planning on several trips to Ecuador between now and July 2014. I have targeted July 2014, for our retirement and move date, to our new home. That being said, I am looking for a good strategy to cover some territory and see the ...
I think that聮s a great idea. I am easing my wife into this. I figure a week here and there. Then a month or so where we can immerse. If I hit her with to much, to fast.... My wife loves the idea, but hates change. So slow and steady is the ... Read More
Getting around, looking for an idea by Drmark
My wife and I are planning on several trips to Ecuador between now and July 2014. I have targeted July 2014, for our retirement and move date, to our new home. That being said, I am looking for a good strategy to cover some territory and see the ...
Good chilly morning, I see we are both in Minneapolis. I appreciate the information. My wife is leaning for the first trip in June. So we are thinking of the coast first, then the mountains. Always looking for as much information as possible. Read More
Visiting Cuenca for 6 months and welcoming help by sheryle
Hi! My family, consisting of my husband, our 19 year old son and our 3.5 year old daughter are planning on spending 6 months in Cuenca to investigate the possibility of moving there. I am hoping to connect with some people already living there and ...
Becca, I just noticed your comment on coffee beans. Are they available? We usually grind our beans for fresh coffee every day. Are there good selections or limited? Read More
Getting around, looking for an idea
My wife and I are planning on several trips to Ecuador between now and July 2014. I have targeted July 2014, for our retirement and move date, to our new home. That being said, I am looking for a good strategy to cover some territory and see the ... Read More
Chiropractic in Cuenca by rjardon
I'm investigating a trip to Ecuador (Cuenca in particular)this spring. I'm considering retiring there in the future if it's anything like I've been reading. I'm a chiropractor and am particularly interested in learning what it's like practicing ...
This is interesting. I visit my Chiropractor once a week. Looking to move there in 44 months and retire. So get there and setup shop. Setup an appointment for me July 20th or so 2014. Read More