footsoldier
American looking for information about Ecuador
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Club correos $42 tarriff by Howardofocal
Do I understand the new tarriff correctly? They are now going to add a $42 tarriff to each order above and beyond what they currently charge?
So if I order a book costing $5 from Amazon, do I also have to pay the $42 tax? Am I exempt from the tax if a package comes from a relative overseas rather than a commercial seller? Regarding mail service, I've used AmForward.com, which is very ... Read More
Using Dependents to Spend Less Money in Visa Process by wlae84
Here's my situation: I'm 32. My Mom is 66. She receives a pension of 2100USD/month. I have a college degree from a top US university (just mention this since I think they use the credibility of the university as a factor). I want to get a ...
wlae84: 1) Not sure if a 33-year-old can still qualify as a dependent, though I've heard of married children (with their own children) moving to EC as dependents of their retiree parents. You need to check with EC immigration authorities. Yes, ... Read More
Obtain Required US documents while in Ecuador? by wlae84
Can I go to Ecuador now and have my police record, medical certificate, university degrees, and anything else that would required for citizenship mailed to them? Or, would it be necessary to go back to the US for these? My plan is to go visit ...
I doubt the FBI or any state police agency would accept fingerprints from overseas, as there is no way to verify that you are the one whose prints they have.That's not true. Don't know about state police, but the FBI does accept fingerprints ... Read More
Who can you claim as a dependent on a 9-II Securities Visa by Herb191
Can I calm my partner as a dependent if we are not married? I remember reading it is possible if you have a notarized letter say you are in a long term domestic relationship. I can't remember where I read it though. Also, how much do you have ...
My understanding is that, out of the six, it's the main applicant's status that determines the status of the five dependents. If the main applicant loses his/her residency, then all five dependents lose theirs too. But If a dependent loses ... Read More
Hoping to move to Cotacachi or Cuenco! by ndmyterko
Dear º£½ÇÂÒÂ×s in Ecuador! We are currently living in Chicago but seriously considering moving to Ecuador for at least a year or two if not the rest of our lives. A couple of minor, miscellaneous questions (if anyone can help)...how is cell phone ...
in Ibarra which is a 15 minute drive from Cotacachi you can find a large supermarket, internet cafes, etc, etcHi Elver, does it mean that Cotacachi doesn't have enough shopping options and expats living there have to turn to Ibarra or Quito for ... Read More
Best place to live in Ecuador... by Bazseville
Hi Guys, How's it going? I lived in Ecuador a while back as a TEFL teacher. I lived and worked in Quito. I had a few run ins with the locals but in general I had a great time. What do you guys think is the best place to live in ...
We're considering Ibarra, but it's very hard to find any info online, presumably because few gringos live there (unlike nearby Cotacachi). Can anyone help direct me to a website or discussion group that's devoted to Ibarra or the province of ... Read More
Somewhere warmer than Cuenca by dreams-of-latin-america
Since I know there's really no accurate online source of weather information for Ecuador, I'm hoping some actual residents can help me answer this question. I keep reading that Cuenca is, essentially, a cool to cold place, yet with enough humidity ...
jessekimmerling -- Ibarra is a possible choice for us, but it's very hard to find any info online, presumably because few gringos live there (unlike nearby Cotacachi). I'm more interested in learning about housing (rental), shopping (grocery and ... Read More
Moved to Vilcabamba............ by cadoia
So its been almost 3 years since we bought a one way ticket to Ecuador without ever having been to south america before. We love it here. its peaceful and the mountains are amazing. Things I would have done different? I would have done my ...
I see. Most people move to EC with monthly pensions I guess. Read More
Moved to Vilcabamba............ by cadoia
So its been almost 3 years since we bought a one way ticket to Ecuador without ever having been to south america before. We love it here. its peaceful and the mountains are amazing. Things I would have done different? I would have done my ...
You said "rules are changing right now. its getting harder to get a residency." Is it true? What's changed? Read More
Residency requirements for permanent residents? by footsoldier
Does anyone know how long permanent residents are allowed to remain outside Mexico each year?
Thanks everyone for your replies. That's great news. Seems Mexico is quite lenient in this respect. Some other Latin American countries have strict rules limiting residents' stay outside the country each year... Read More
Dollar deposit rates at Mexican banks? by footsoldier
Hi, does anyone know what deposit rates are paid by Mexican banks for dollar deposits (savings and, say, 1-year CD)? Will interest be taxable for foreigners with resident status? Can deposits at maturity be freely remitted outside Mexico? I also ...
I've looked at a few banks' websites. Only peso accounts are advertised. One bank offers dollar accounts only for residents living in the border areas (like how many kilometers south of the border etc.). I can't visit the banks as I haven't moved ... Read More
Retirement visa by ROWDYCHAP
Is the retirement visa basically a permanent visa? Do you have to wait 4-5yrs to get a permanent visa while on the retirement visa? Our Canadian Mexican consulate can not clarify this for us!!! They are saying we need to get a temporary visa first ...
I don't have any plans yet but just want to know beforehand what the limits are. I don't want to see my visa revoked because I inadvertently exceeded the limit (if any). Read More
Retirement visa by ROWDYCHAP
Is the retirement visa basically a permanent visa? Do you have to wait 4-5yrs to get a permanent visa while on the retirement visa? Our Canadian Mexican consulate can not clarify this for us!!! They are saying we need to get a temporary visa first ...
joaquinx: Do you know how long permanent residents are allowed to remain outside Mexico each year? Read More
Residency requirements for permanent residents?
Does anyone know how long permanent residents are allowed to remain outside Mexico each year? Read More
Dollar deposit rates at Mexican banks? by footsoldier
Hi, does anyone know what deposit rates are paid by Mexican banks for dollar deposits (savings and, say, 1-year CD)? Will interest be taxable for foreigners with resident status? Can deposits at maturity be freely remitted outside Mexico? I also ...
martha, do you have any specific rates to share? thanks. Read More