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EI EXPERT – EDD STATON
ParticipantFirearms cannot be brought into the country with your container. Guns are not really part of Ecuadorian culture.
EI EXPERT – EDD STATON
ParticipantEd, are you planning an investigative trip to Cuenca prior to actually moving? If so I could give you the name of my wife’s ophthalmologist as a starting point. Answering this kind of detailed personal question should be part of your research while you are here.
EI EXPERT – EDD STATON
ParticipantI don’t really understand your question, David. Free business checking account? Are you planning on opening a business here in Ecuador? If so you’ll pay for the checks and the debit card. And I’m not sure why you think receiving mail isn’t an issue–the postal service leaves a LOT to be desired. You can have items shipped through Club Correos but it’s my understanding it ain’t cheap.
EI EXPERT – EDD STATON
ParticipantNo worries, Melette. It’s all the same.
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ParticipantNo. In fact if you have translations done in the U.S. it’s more hassle for you. Here’s the scoop from the local immigration office: “Any document in a foreign language must be translated to Spanish and must have the recognition of the translator’s signature before a notary public. When the translation has been done in a foreign country, it must be apostilled or legalized by the Ecuadorian consulate in the country of origin.”
EI EXPERT – EDD STATON
ParticipantI’m mystified by everything you’ve written, Gretchen. I was just in Quito a week ago for the IL conference and paid my bill at the hotel with my US credit card without problem. I have two Ecuadorian debit cards (getting my 1st credit card this week) and they both have magnetic strips on the back just like my US ones.
EI EXPERT – EDD STATON
ParticipantThat’s because they’re not in the US, Edward–they’re in Ecuador. Suzan is totally right–please be thankful for all the positive cultural differences and learn to live with the shortcomings.
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ParticipantYes, your luggage underneath is safe and your carry-on’s can be stored under your seat or in the rack above. Looks like you would take Trans Crucita into Manta, then check schedules on http://www.ecuadorschedules.com for the rest of your journey.
EI EXPERT – EDD STATON
ParticipantI can’t help you with a driver from Crucita to Cuenca. Why don’t you use the bus system? It’s safe, comfortable, and inexpensive.
EI EXPERT – EDD STATON
ParticipantI’ve lived here almost 4 years and have never had a problem. I’m with you, Gretchen–the less unnecessary meds, the better.
EI EXPERT – EDD STATON
ParticipantI’ve never heard of anyone paying their property taxes online. The amount is so small, everybody I know just goes to the appropriate office and pays cash.
EI EXPERT – EDD STATON
ParticipantSuzan is correct. That’s all I did with my SS letter.
EI EXPERT – EDD STATON
ParticipantSorry, Fernando, I own a “dumb phone” and know nothing about this topic.
EI EXPERT – EDD STATON
ParticipantDra. Lina Ulloa’s office can take care of this for you and she’s in the same building as the notary. Email her at uz.asesoresecuador@gmail.com.
EI EXPERT – EDD STATON
ParticipantBill, expect to pay $100-150/month more for a furnished place. If you’re moving to any place popular with expats you should be able to find a short-term furnished apartment that will meet your needs.
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