@lebowski888
American expat in Ecuador
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American
Lives in Guayaquil, Guayas
Speaks English, intermediate Spanish
Registration: 09 April 2018
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Figuring out my expenses for life in Ecuador... by juliet1980
I’ve been trying to figure out approximately how much more affordable would it really be if I were able to move to Ecuador in a few years to live by myself…1.How much does private health insurance cost in Ecuador? In the US it is ...
@juliet1980 1. I pay $36 per month from Ecuasanitas2. Internet, $35 per month for fiber optic. Fiber optic probably won't be available in rural mountains, but Starlink satellite is available now.3. Water & Sanitation $12. Electric $60 (i am in ... Read More
Inflation in Ecuador in 2022 by Mickael
In the various media, inflation in Ecuador is becoming increasingly important. This is becoming a concern for some, with fears of an impact on day-to-day budgeting. Today, how does inflation in Ecuador impact on daily life? Which products and ...
@praxiswebcam0r Getting meat is easy. Getting meat of the quality you demand is going to be tricky. In the farmers markets, vendors tell you what will sell the item. There is no reliable verification system. It's up to the buyer to decide or test if ... Read More
Retirement Visa Income Requirement Triples by cccmedia
Ecuador has tripled its income requirement for a single Expat seeking a Retirement Visa.The requirement had been slashed during The Situation from $800 to $425 per month .. prior to the latest hike.The change has been reported in recent weeks by the ...
It might be possible to create an LLC and/or trust. Then transfer income generating assets into the ownership of the LLC. Then put oneself on the payroll or as benefactor with a paycheck or bank transfer issued and paper trail created. Read More
Guayaquil to Cuenca private van service by harnett95
Hello. My wife and I will be in Cuenca from December 1-5. We are looking for a private van service from Guayaquil to Cuenca and back. We are staying in a hotel right near the airport in Guayaquil. Any recommendations?Regards John
Alianza transportes Cuenca. oficina Guayaquil. Almost walking distance from the airport. Read More
How Many Bank Cards Should an Expat Have on Hand? by cccmedia
How many debit or credit cards should an Expat have?For me, the number is three -- although I almost never carry more than two at a time unless it's a travel day.At the moment, two of my cards are either not operative or are being rendered ...
I use Xoom for small international bank transfers. I use Western Union for international cash transfers. For large international bank transfers, wire transfer done in person during regular banking hours. For purely digital where I don't expect to ... Read More
A Threat at 'Mi Domicilio' by cccmedia
Years ago, I was mugged or robbed on Loja Street and in Parque la Carolina. Â 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 ...
That's unusual behavior. Is it possible she had an unrequited crush? Or was setting you up for a con, to fleece or extort? Read More
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
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
Xpats US X military VA disability benefits by cra1948
Hey, glad to join up with fellows living in Ecuador. Diane and I (Carlos) are going through exiting the USA. Didn't thing it's so involved. But we're anxious to get to Qioto then are new lives in Cotacachi. Being an x-military VA ...
@cra1948Â Also i pay out of pocket and get private care. A complete blood panel and urinalysis runs about $25. The consult costs me $6 with insurance, $25 without. In Guayaquil Read More
Xpats US X military VA disability benefits by cra1948
Hey, glad to join up with fellows living in Ecuador. Diane and I (Carlos) are going through exiting the USA. Didn't thing it's so involved. But we're anxious to get to Qioto then are new lives in Cotacachi. Being an x-military VA ...
For US Veterans considering the Ecuador expat life, this might help you*Foreign Medical Program*Foreign Medical Program Benefits and Claims Information The Foreign Medical Program is a U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) health care ... Read More
What to Bring to Ecuador by cccmedia
Are you coming to Ecuador to live .. or for an extended stay?Mr. Second Passport has just posted a video to help you avoid scarcity-problems and high prices compared to the USA.What to bring...1. Â shoes, including Nike-quality athletic ...
@listeningSince 2020, a lot of stores were prompted to put their merchandise online. If you search for "electrodomésticos Ecuador" you will find lots to browse from both major and minor retailers. Read More
How Many Bank Cards Should an Expat Have on Hand? by cccmedia
How many debit or credit cards should an Expat have?For me, the number is three -- although I almost never carry more than two at a time unless it's a travel day.At the moment, two of my cards are either not operative or are being rendered ...
In the name of preventing financial crimes, it seems that banking for US citizens living abroad it getting less free and flexible.In any case i have multiple cards. One always stays at home in a hiding place as a worst case scenario backup. The ... Read More
Cautionary Tales: Shipping Products into Ecuador by cccmedia
On July 15th I arranged for my new U.S.-to-Ecuador shipping company, MyUS, to consolidate three packages and send them to me in one box to Quito. MyUS had been promoting its ability to save money for customers by doing this kind of ...
I imagine this is how many mules start. Let's say you do charge $8 per pound. Let's also say you somehow find an airline that allows you six 50-pound bags on your $350 one way. That would be $2400 gross. Let's say the 6 checked ... Read More
Cost of living in Ecuador in 2022 by Cheryl
Hi everyone, Two years after the start of the pandemic, it is time to take stock of the evolution of the cost of living in Ecuador or more specifically, in the region where you live. The idea is to help people get ready for their expatriation to ...
Cost of groceries 2022, Cuenca.I am impressed by this investigation. 21 common food items were selected among several retailers and the prices compared.The local mercado came out the least expensive, Supermaxi as the most expensive.The table and ... Read More
insurance - can a 65 yr old get medical insurance? What cost? by toniop
Good Morning I have heard stories about older folks having to return to the US and give up their residency in Ecuador because they could not afford to pay for health care in Ecuador. Does anyone know if someone who is older than 65 can get medical ...
You simply need to shop for insurance options and health careThere's the public health option of IESS which is about $80 per month.There's private insurance available from around a dozen private companies. You can choose the coverage and deductible ... Read More
Residency Restrictions for US Registered Sex Offender by My Nomdeplume
  So I know that I may receive some hate for this so allow me to explain the full situation up front. When I turned 18 my parents began a very nasty divorce, My mother took my two younger sisters and I chose to stay with my dad. About a ...
Run your background check with the FBI when the time expires. See what remarks are on it.Run your state level background check too. In my experience, migration only goes by what it says on the apostilled paper in front of the agent checking ... Read More