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Hanabe101

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Australian looking for information about Ecuador

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Australian

Speaks I speak English, and solo un poco Espanol.

Registration: 21 May 2024

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I am a dual USA and Australian citizen, but I live in Victoria, Australia. I have visited Ecuador 3 times now on holidays, and am looking to now move to Vilcabamba area within 1 1/2 years. I have only recently started to look into Ecuador, and what may be involved in moving to Ecuador. Any suggestions on the agency you used for the Temporary visa process and how that process went, would be appreciated, as well as information on a potential shipping container company, the Ecuadorian bank you use, and real estate agent in Vilcabamba area you might suggest. Thank you!
Interests: i enjoy hiking, spirituality, Photography, gardening, Writing Poetry, science, nature, and researching into world events during these past 5 years.

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I am Retired.

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How to adapt to the expat challenges of everyday life in Ecuador by Cheryl

Hello everyone, Adapting to everyday life as an expat in Ecuador can be both exciting and overwhelming: different habits, systems, and sometimes even unexpected surprises! Simple things like paying bills, using public transport, or even greeting ...

Ok, a couple things to kick start this off ...I wll be moving to Ecuador in August, but have visited Ecuador 3 times. One "difficulty" I found is the need in many places to put your toilet paper in a bin rather than flushing it down the toilet, as ... Read More

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How to adapt to the expat challenges of everyday life in Ecuador by Cheryl

Hello everyone, Adapting to everyday life as an expat in Ecuador can be both exciting and overwhelming: different habits, systems, and sometimes even unexpected surprises! Simple things like paying bills, using public transport, or even greeting ...

@mugtech It can only be a veritable plethora of information if people contribute their experiences. Why not add an experience or two of your own to start it off? Read More

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Moving to Ecuador, lugging several suitcases by Hanabe101

I live in Warrnambool (3280), Victoria, Australia, about 4 hours from Melbourne. I have visited Ecuador before, and am looking to move there now to Vilcabamba in about a year. Shipping a load of goods seems exorbitant in cost, and the customs ...

@Mamaroks Thanks, Mamaroks. Yes, it doesn't seem like there is any easy way to do this, getting through customs and the airports with a bunch of suitcases. Where did you start from? But you survived, so that is encouraging. I will be doing this solo ... Read More

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Moving to Ecuador, lugging several suitcases by Hanabe101

I live in Warrnambool (3280), Victoria, Australia, about 4 hours from Melbourne. I have visited Ecuador before, and am looking to move there now to Vilcabamba in about a year. Shipping a load of goods seems exorbitant in cost, and the customs ...

Hi Dave. From what I understand, The 2 checked bags are what are allowed free. From Australia, it is 1 checked bag , a carry-on, and a small satchel/backpack for a laptop/purse for Economy class, and 2 checked and carry-ons for 1st class. Other bags ... Read More

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Moving to Ecuador, lugging several suitcases by Hanabe101

I live in Warrnambool (3280), Victoria, Australia, about 4 hours from Melbourne. I have visited Ecuador before, and am looking to move there now to Vilcabamba in about a year. Shipping a load of goods seems exorbitant in cost, and the customs ...

@Dave Reid Thanks, Dave. It sounds like a good plan that you have, being able to bring more of your stuff over on consecutive trips. That would make life easier. I'll think about your strategy with the first trip, as my situation is different in ... Read More

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Moving to Ecuador, lugging several suitcases by Hanabe101

I live in Warrnambool (3280), Victoria, Australia, about 4 hours from Melbourne. I have visited Ecuador before, and am looking to move there now to Vilcabamba in about a year. Shipping a load of goods seems exorbitant in cost, and the customs ...

@wlabarge Thanks, wlabarge. I've come to the same conclusion. I am slowly going through my files, folders, book shelves, clothes and general stuff, and donating the easier things I can let go first. By letting go of some things each week or two, I ... Read More

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Moving to Ecuador, lugging several suitcases by Hanabe101

I live in Warrnambool (3280), Victoria, Australia, about 4 hours from Melbourne. I have visited Ecuador before, and am looking to move there now to Vilcabamba in about a year. Shipping a load of goods seems exorbitant in cost, and the customs ...

@Carleah Thanks, Carleah. Yes, I've come across that option, although I'm still a little uncertain as to how much you can bring free, as 1st class. Flying from Australia (part of the Oceana region), and using LATAM airlines, I've read 16kg as ... Read More

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Moving to Ecuador, air freighting a small crate

I live in Warrnambool (3280), Victoria, Australia, about 4 to 4 1/2 hours from Melbourne and Melbourne airport respectively. I have visited Ecuador before, and am looking to move there now to Vilcabamba in about a year. What is the best way to send ... Read More

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Hanabe101 created a thread
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Moving to Ecuador, lugging several suitcases

I live in Warrnambool (3280), Victoria, Australia, about 4 hours from Melbourne. I have visited Ecuador before, and am looking to move there now to Vilcabamba in about a year. Shipping a load of goods seems exorbitant in cost, and the customs ... Read More