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Ecuador
Quito · Spanish
Ecuador's US dollar economy, spring-like climate in Quito, and Galápagos Islands make it a fascinating and affordable Latin American base.
Costo de vida
$680/mo
Alquiler (1 hab.)
$480/mo
Impuesto a la renta
0%
Currency
USD (US Dollar)
Seguridad
3
Internet
30 Mbps
Quality of Life
5
Ventajas
- Uses US Dollar (no currency risk)
- Very affordable
- Incredible biodiversity (Galapagos)
- Spring-like climate in Quito
- No visa required for most
- Retiree-friendly benefits
Desventajas
- −Safety concerns in coastal areas
- −Language barrier (Spanish)
- −Internet speed outside cities
- −Political instability
- −Limited nightlife
Visa-free 90 days (most nationalities)Rentista VisaRetirement Visa (Pensionado)Digital Nomad Visa
✈️ Pre-departure checklist
- ✅Visa-free entry: up to 90 days — no visa needed
- 🏥Get health insurance (~$30–80/mo premium; coverage limit from $50,000)
- 💳Notify your bank; get a no-foreign-fee card (Wise, Revolut)
- 📱Get a local SIM on arrival (avg internet 30 Mbps)
- 🏠Book accommodation for first 3–7 days (easier to find long-term rental on the ground)
- 📄Make copies of passport, insurance, bookings — store in cloud & email to yourself
- 💰Bring some USD (US Dollar) cash for the first few days
- 📡Internet speed is moderate — consider a portable 4G router as backup
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