Effective Possession in Ecuador is Obligatory for Heirs of Deceased Expats
Written by Sara Chaca, Attorney–Abogada January 23rd, 2023 When a family member who owns property in Ecuador dies, naturally it’s a very sad time for all, […]Ecuador Exit Tax is Well on its Way Outta Here!
Written by Sara Chaca, Attorney–Abogada January 10th, 2023 One of the primary concerns of Expats in moving to and/or investing in Ecuador is whether or not […]Ecuador’s Digital Nomad Visa vs. Rentista Visa
Written by Sara Chaca, Attorney–Abogada January 7th, 2023 Very many foreigners have contacted me recently, so as to inquire about Ecuador’s new Digital Nomad Visa, in […]Ecuador’s New Professional Visa Requirement: ISCED Certification
Written by Sara Chaca, Attorney–Abogada January 6th, 2023 Expats, have as of late, been asking me in droves about the new requirement for the International Standard […]Ecuadorian Citizenship & Naturalization: What You Need to Know
Written by Sara Chaca, Attorney – Abogada of “Ecuador Visas” January 1st, 2023 Following moving to Ecuador and obtaining one’s Residency Visa(s), in and of their first few […]Buying Property in Ecuador: What You Need to Know
Written by Sara Chaca, Attorney–Abogada January 3rd, 2023 Buying a property in Ecuador, if you are in love or smitten with one, can be a WONDERFUL […]The 4 (or 5..) Best “Ecuador Visa Types” for Residency in Ecuador
Written by Sara Chaca, Attorney – Abogada January 3rd, 2023 To borrow a page from the great American poet, Robert Frost, and his possibly most famous […]Ecuador Visa Options for Expats
Written by Sara Chaca, Attorney – Abogada January 3rd, 2023 Whether you’re planning on retiring to Ecuador, or you’re just visiting the country, it’s important to […]Planning Your Life and/or Retirement in Ecuador
Written by Sara Chaca, Attorney – Abogada January 3rd, 2023 Whether you’re planning for your retirement or just planning for a nice life ahead, you may […]Opening a Small Business in Ecuador
Written by Sara Chaca, Attorney – Abogada January 3rd, 2023 For any new (or possibly not so new) Expat who has moved to Ecuador, the question […]Ecuador’s NEW Investor Visa: NOW Travel as Often as You Like!
Written By: Attorney Sara Chaca January 3rd, 2023 Well folks, here we are with news of yet another change to Ecuador’s Immigration Law for visa purposes, […]Why You Should (Plus When You’re Required to) Register Your Foreign Marriage Certificate in Ecuador
Written By: Attorney Sara Chaca October 10th, 2022 Whether a Foreign Marriage has been formally celebrated through a religious ritual (i.e. in a Church, Mosque […]Working in Ecuador Online and/or Remotely While as a Tourist on Vacation (What’s Legal & What’s Not!)
Written By: Attorney Sara Chaca September 8th, 2022 Perhaps you’re a foreigner from say, the US, Canada or Europe, and need/desire to work online and […]“Certified Republic of Ecuador Attorney/Lawyer Letter of Memorandum” for Nationals of Africa & the Middle East to Visit Ecuador
Written By: Attorney Sara Chaca September 5th, 2022 Are you an African National or from the Middle East and are planning to visit Ecuador soon, […]15 Possible Issues for Expats While Living in Ecuador (A Balanced Review)
Written By: Attorney Sara Chaca July 4th, 2022 On the Pacific side of South America, Ecuador is bordered by Peru to the southeast and Columbia […]Register Your University Degree with Senescyt of Ecuador & Keep Your Options Open for Life!
Written By: Attorney Sara Chaca June 21st, 2022 As the citizens and companies of the world, through investments, partnerships and relocations (i.e. for retirement purposes), […]Ecuador Relocation Guide
Written By: Attorney Sara Chaca June 21st, 2022 This Guide is intended to assist Expats in their country of origin determine the “Who, What, When, […]Activities and Attractions To Visit In Ecuador
Written By: Attorney Sara Chaca January 1st, 2022 Ecuador is a small country, but one where there’s always quite a lot to do. Its small size […]New Ecuadorian Immigration Law: Here is What You Need to Know
Written by Sara Chaca, Attorney-Abogada of “Ecuador Visas” January 1st, 2022 The new Immigration Law of Ecuador of 2017, also called the “Human Mobility Act” (known in Spanish […]10 Things to Know Before Moving to Ecuador
Written By: Attorney Sara Chaca, of Cuenca, Ecuador January 1st, 2022 Congratulations! Because, if you are reading this article, then you have either already decided, or […]
Assisting You for Your Ecuador Residency Visa
January 1st, 2022 If you need an Ecuador Residency Visa, please allow Ecuador Visas to assist you! Ecuador Visas provides unparalleled accuracy, efficiency, and security when processing your visa. […]Cuenca Ecuador’s Best Day Trips
Written by Sara Chaca, Attorney – Abogada January 1st, 2022 Though the historical center of Cuenca (as Ecuador’s third largest city) has a lot to offer […]Questions to Consider Before Moving to Cuenca, Ecuador
Written by Sara Chaca, Attorney – Abogada January 1st, 2022 What is the Monthly Cost of Living in Cuenca? Some sources may say that you can […]Taxes In Ecuador: How They Apply (or NOT..) to Foreigners Residing Here
Written and Revised by Sara Chaca, Attorney – Abogada January 1st, 2022 In their excitement about moving to Ecuador, a large percentage of foreigners are at […]House Hunting in Ecuador
Despite a recent downswing in the market, Ecuador’s low cost of living and access to affordable health care make it a popular destination for North Americans. […]10+ Best Things to See and Do in Ecuador
Written by Sara Chaca, Attorney – Abogada January 1st, 2022 Baños de Agua Santa (also known as “Baños de Ambato”) Want to experience the curative […]Divorce in Ecuador & Ecuadorian Prenuptial Agreements
Written and Revised by Sara Chaca, Attorney – Abogada January 1st, 2022 When moving to Ecuador, besides all of the lovely sites to see and things […]Ecuadorian Non-Profit Organizations, Ecuador Foundations & American NGOs in Ecuador
Written and Revised by Sara Chaca, Attorney – Abogada January 1st, 2022 Expats living in Ecuador will usually at some point along the way reflect upon […]Ecuador Gun Laws & Arms that are Legal to Carry and/or Own in Ecuador
Written and Revised by Sara Chaca, Attorney – Abogada January 1st, 2022 Many an Expat, whether contemplating their move to Ecuador or already residing here, […]Importing Commercial Products and/or Registering Self-Created Products in Ecuador
Written and Revised by Sara Chaca, Attorney – Abogada January 1st, 2022 While most Expats who move to Ecuador simply desire a stress-free life or […]Getting Married in Ecuador: For Better or for Worse
Written by Sara Chaca, Attorney – Abogada March 23rd, 2022 Besides living and loving life here in beautiful Ecuador, many an Expat, in and of […]Getting a Drivers License in Ecuador: How do I and/or should I?
Written and Revised by Sara Chaca, Attorney – Abogada January 1st, 2022 As a Resident of Ecuador, the decision of whether to obtain one’s Ecuador […]The Moving to Ecuador Visa Process & More!
1. Ecuador Temporary Resident Visa / Ecuador Permanent Resident Visa $1500 for any Adult individual “Primary Applicant” (this INCLUDES all Ecuadorian Government Visa Fees) – $1400 […]The Best End-of-Life Plan in Ecuador
Written by Sara Chaca, Attorney – Abogada Revised on January 1st, 2022 Ecuador..You came, you saw, you conquered! So, besides enjoyably spending the rest of […]Ecuadorian Construction Contracts & Hiring Employees vs. Independent Contractors in Ecuador
Written and Revised by Sara Chaca, Attorney – Abogada January 1st, 2022 As this article shall be a two to three pronged discussion regarding the various […]Ecuador Rental Laws, Banking & Utilities
Written by Sara Chaca, Attorney – Abogada January 1st, 2022 Ecuador is a great destination for people who are retiring and want to move overseas. There […]Ecuador Legal Cases & Ecuadorian Court Matters: Case Filings, Appeals and the Like
Written and Revised by Sara Chaca, Attorney – Abogada January 1st, 2022 As more and more foreigners make their moves to Ecuador and go about their […]Senior Benefits in Ecuador / Financial Benefits for Seniors in Ecuador
January 1st, 2022 Each and every year, Ecuador remains one of the best (most nominated/voted) places in the world for retirees to enjoy their retirement on […]Ecuadorian Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution in Ecuador
Written and Revised by Sara Chaca, Attorney – Abogada January 1st, 2022 Mediation in Ecuador is an informal, non-binding and private means of discussing and hopefully […]Ecuadorian Health Insurance Matters for Expats
Written and Revised by Sara Chaca, Attorney – Abogada January 17st, 2022 When contemplating their relocation to Ecuador, or even when already here, it’s common for […]Bringing, Importing & Transporting Pets to Ecuador (Plus the Reverse!)
Written and Revised by Sara Chaca, Attorney – Abogada January 1st, 2022 For those Expats needing/wanting to make their move to Ecuador become that of a […]Ecuador Records of Birth, Death, Marriage, Divorce, University Degrees & Apostilles: Foreigners Obtaining Ecuadorian Documents..
January 1st, 2022 Seldom does a day go by in Ecuador where I don’t receive an email or phone call from a person in another country […]“Help, I Got Defrauded In Ecuador & Lost My Shirt!”
Written and Revised by Sara Chaca, Attorney – Abogada January 1st, 2022 Unfortunately, it happens..Having the absolute best of intentions, an unsuspecting foreigner while living […]Defamation in Ecuador & Ecuadorian Libel Law, Oh My!
Written by Sara Chaca, Attorney – Abogada January 1st, 2022 So hey, did you happen to hear that little ditty about the $40+ million lawsuit (mas […]Power of Attorney Documents in Ecuador: Best Reasons & Uses of Them, Plus How & How Not to Do So
Written and Revised by Sara Chaca, Attorney – Abogada January 1st, 2022 While enjoying and frolicking about per your new life here in Ecuador, the question […]Top 10 Benefits of Retiring in Ecuador & Top 15 Cities to Live in!
Written by Sara Chaca, Attorney – Abogada January 1st, 2022 Ecuador is quickly becoming a popular choice for retirement. For multiple consecutive years now, it has […]Choose Ecuador and Make the Most of Your Retirement
Written by Sara Chaca, Attorney – Abogada January 1st, 2022 Most people wonder about the feasibility of retiring comfortably, especially with the volatility of the economy […]Ecuadorian Transit Law and the Rules of the Road in Ecuador
Written and Revised by Sara Chaca, Attorney – Abogada January 1st, 2022 Ecuadorian Transit Law There are many auto accidents in Ecuador every year, and […]Wills in Ecuador: Do You Need One?
Written by Sara Chaca, Attorney – Abogada Revised on January 1st, 2022 While naturally, laws in Ecuador are always changing, Ecuador DOES generally respect Ecuadorian […]
