Category: Ecuador Q&A

Good question. In all the small and large towns of Ecuador, you will probably be able to find a local “market” where street vendors roll out a blanket and sell their produce. It is MUCH cheaper to buy your food (meats, vegetables, fruits) this way. Check this out to know more about foods.

For instance, in Quito there is a market just north of the airport and also one near the “Y” open on weekends. You can find guide on cherryscustomframing for shopping guide in markets.

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Hi, getting financing for foreigners in Ecuador is difficult… the best way is to negotiate an agreement with the seller of the property to offer you some kind of direct financing…many sellers are in fact open to this in Ecuador! But the interest you pay may be higher than in the banks… Ive extended financing to buyers this way and done pretty well although it is a bit risky…saludos, dom

Id also recommend my guide, which does explain the property search process (the insider’s way) in Ecuador… read more here…

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Great question. Basically, to find a caretaker or someone to look after your home the idea is to find local real estate agents in the area. For many, their main business is actually property management, finding renters, etc… although they don’t advertise much that end of it…

hope that helps, dom, Got a question? Contact me here.

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Work Visa Ecuador: VISA 12 – VI:

It’s not that difficult to get a work visa in Ecuador and the process is actually pretty straightforward. You need a sponsor, from a legally established Ecuadorian company that is good on it’s taxes.

You can apply once in Ecuador but you need to be on a consular-issued visa in Ecuador, not just a tourist entry stamp.

The fees are around $230, for more info and the application forms click here.

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Student Visa Ecuador: VISA 12 – V:

Requirements:

1. Passport good for at least 6 months.
2. Health and HIV test
3. Proof of sufficient funds from your bank, copy of statement
4. Police record (must be clean)
5. 2 Passport photos
6. Proof of registration in Ecuadorian institute or university
7. Copy of legal registration of the school

Valid for 1 year, possible to renew.

$130 application fees

Can apply once in Ecuador but may have to leave country to nearby country in order to process.

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