cccmedia
@cccmedia
American expat in Ecuador
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American, Single
Lives in Quito, Pichincha
Speaks English, Spanish
Registration: 13 March 2014
USA Decertifies Colombia in the War on Drugs
The move to decertify is seen as a symbolic gestureas it carries no sweeping sanctions.Colombia is first worldwide in cocaine production.The USA no longer considers the country as apartner in anti-cocaine trafficking, seen as falling short in its ... Read More
How to adapt to the expat challenges of everyday life in Colombia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Adapting to everyday life as an expat in Colombia 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 ...
@cccmedia Dang. I hope the treatments help you out, buddy. Are you at least keeping your mind engaged with hobbies and such? - @ChineduOparaI am using YouTube.com a lot .. and have DAZN (The Zone] access to everyNFL game. I have an ongoing ... Read More
BLACKOUTS! by cccmedia
The Ecuadorian government has announced it willimpose electricity blackouts of 14 hours a day nationwidestarting immediately.This is a major reversal of El Presidente's recent statementthat blackouts would be reduced over the coming weeks and has ...
After enduring the onerous blackouts whileat my Quito condo, September to Decemberof 2024 .. I escaped to Colombia .. only todevelop serious medical symptoms andalso temporarily losing access for postingat Expat.com ...I just posted more details ... Read More
How to adapt to the expat challenges of everyday life in Colombia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Adapting to everyday life as an expat in Colombia 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 ...
This is my first post since January (2025). I believe I was blocked by a security measure on the site, which type ofrequirement also caused the loss of access to mylongtime yahoo email. I am now using a new gmailaccount. I today just learned that ... Read More
The US Dollar Vs. The Colombian Peso ............. Who's Up? Who's Down? by cccmedia
Weekly close a record.For the first time ever, the exchange closed forthe week with the U.S. Dollar above 5000 Pesos.The closing value for the week endedNovember 4, 2022, is 5092 Pesos to the Dollar.Source... xe.com USD-COP charting
The Dollar closes above 4400 Pesos.The Dollar was valued at 4402 Colombian Pesos as thethe curtain came down on Friday afternoon's exchange.Compared to the last exchange day of 2023, the Dollaris up 13,6 percent for the year versus the ... Read More
The US Dollar Vs. The Colombian Peso ............. Who's Up? Who's Down? by cccmedia
Weekly close a record.For the first time ever, the exchange closed forthe week with the U.S. Dollar above 5000 Pesos.The closing value for the week endedNovember 4, 2022, is 5092 Pesos to the Dollar.Source... xe.com USD-COP charting
Ending 2024.With little more than a week remaining in calendar year 2024, the Dollar is continuing tostrengthen against the Peso.As 2024 winds down, the Dollar is at4382 Pesos in value .. and the 2024 chart showsa fairly steady increase in ... Read More
Blackjack in Peru by cccmedia
Marriott has first-class blackjack in Peru.Many of the casinos that offer blackjack inPeru are located in the Expat-friendlysector of Miraflores (look at flowers) in Lima.The class act is Casino Majesticat the JW Marriott Hotel just off thePacific ...
Dear Curly,I do not recall encountering non-strip blackjackof the type you refer in my South American travels.Ditto for no-step-ladder games as thisterm was not known to me.cccmedia Read More
BLACKOUTS!
The Ecuadorian government has announced it willimpose electricity blackouts of 14 hours a day nationwidestarting immediately.This is a major reversal of El Presidente's recent statementthat blackouts would be reduced over the coming weeks and has ... Read More
The US Dollar Vs. The Colombian Peso ............. Who's Up? Who's Down? by cccmedia
Weekly close a record.For the first time ever, the exchange closed forthe week with the U.S. Dollar above 5000 Pesos.The closing value for the week endedNovember 4, 2022, is 5092 Pesos to the Dollar.Source... xe.com USD-COP charting
4201.The currency exchange opened this week with a positive movefor the Dollar versus the Colombian Peso.The exchange closed Monday afternoon with the Dollarvalued at 4201 Pesos, according to xe.com charting. Read More
The US Dollar Vs. The Colombian Peso ............. Who's Up? Who's Down? by cccmedia
Weekly close a record.For the first time ever, the exchange closed forthe week with the U.S. Dollar above 5000 Pesos.The closing value for the week endedNovember 4, 2022, is 5092 Pesos to the Dollar.Source... xe.com USD-COP charting
The value of the Dollar versus the Pesodeclined slightly during the past week.At the close on Friday, the Dollar haddeclined 28 Pesos during the week,closing at 4154 Pesos.Source... xe.com charting Read More
The US Dollar Vs. The Colombian Peso ............. Who's Up? Who's Down? by cccmedia
Weekly close a record.For the first time ever, the exchange closed forthe week with the U.S. Dollar above 5000 Pesos.The closing value for the week endedNovember 4, 2022, is 5092 Pesos to the Dollar.Source... xe.com USD-COP charting
The upshoot.The U.S. Dollar shot up 116 Colombian Pesos during the weekjust ended today (August 30. 2024).Per xe.com charting, the Dollar ended the last week of Augustworth 4179 Pesos. Read More
The US Dollar Vs. The Colombian Peso ............. Who's Up? Who's Down? by cccmedia
Weekly close a record.For the first time ever, the exchange closed forthe week with the U.S. Dollar above 5000 Pesos.The closing value for the week endedNovember 4, 2022, is 5092 Pesos to the Dollar.Source... xe.com USD-COP charting
Dollar descending.The value of the USD versus Cololmbia's Pesodropped for a second consecutive week as ofthe close on Friday, August 16.One Dolllar was valued at 4028 Pesosas of Friday's close, according to xe.com charting. Read More
Trouble On the Coast and Mafia Carnage by cccmedia
Off-shore and airstrip drug activity along the Ecuador Coast is so bad in Manabí Province that radar may be installed shortly on private property.By presidential decree, property owners in parts of the province will be subject to the ...
Massive arrests for kidnaping and extortion. The National Police have pulled off a majoroperation in multiple coastal provinces, alsoin the provinces of Santo Domingo de las Tsáchilasand Pichincha, arresting 45 suspects believed to ... Read More
The US Dollar Vs. The Colombian Peso ............. Who's Up? Who's Down? by cccmedia
Weekly close a record.For the first time ever, the exchange closed forthe week with the U.S. Dollar above 5000 Pesos.The closing value for the week endedNovember 4, 2022, is 5092 Pesos to the Dollar.Source... xe.com USD-COP charting
The Dollar's spurt was reversed during the week ending Friday, August 9.The week ended with the Dollar closingat a value of 4067 Pesos.Source... xe.com charting Read More
The US Dollar Vs. The Colombian Peso ............. Who's Up? Who's Down? by cccmedia
Weekly close a record.For the first time ever, the exchange closed forthe week with the U.S. Dollar above 5000 Pesos.The closing value for the week endedNovember 4, 2022, is 5092 Pesos to the Dollar.Source... xe.com USD-COP charting
The Dollar spurts.Versus the Peso, the Dollar has been spurting,reaching its highest point since Novemberof last year.The Dollar opened the currency-trading weekon Monday the 6th. It was valued at 4154 Pesosby the end of Monday's session.Source... ... Read More
How to get a tourist visa by Chris32111
I reside in south florida i have a family member who wants to come visit for a big family function what are the steps in order for her to get a travel visa for 10-14 days? She has a valid passport. how long of a process it is ? if anyone can ...
To further clarify things...There is no tourist visato enter Peru as a visitor.Whether your passport is stampedor not -- referencing the all-is-digitalpost above -- you are in Peru on atourist permit. This is not a visa anddoes not allow a ... Read More
Navigating administrative procedures in Colombia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Navigating through the administration in Colombia can be quite a challenge. With the variety of procedures, their complexity, and the local specifics, many factors need to be considered. Here are some questions worth ...
OP Cheryl suggested posting "tips and tricks"in dealing with the Colombian bureaucracy.---When it comes to taxes...(1) Keep a low profile.(2) Hire an attorney in the unlikelyscenario that the bureaucracycomes after you.(3) Do not overstay as a ... Read More
Navigating administrative procedures in Colombia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Navigating through the administration in Colombia can be quite a challenge. With the variety of procedures, their complexity, and the local specifics, many factors need to be considered. Here are some questions worth ...
If you live in Colombia for more than 183 daysout of 365 in one year or overlapping two years,Colombia wants you to file a tax return. It hasbeen widely reported on Expat forums thatColombia considers such Expats to be tax residents and could, ... Read More
Blackjack in Peru by cccmedia
Marriott has first-class blackjack in Peru.Many of the casinos that offer blackjack inPeru are located in the Expat-friendlysector of Miraflores (look at flowers) in Lima.The class act is Casino Majesticat the JW Marriott Hotel just off thePacific ...
July 2024 update for the Marriott's casino...I played there Saturday night, discovering that theblackjack minimums were raised to 20 solesper hand about six months ago. That is thetimeline the pit boss hawking our one activetable told me. I ... Read More
Any tips on Medellin ? by alex podporin
Dear people I salute you that you are expanding your knowledge with other interesting people. At 86 Part of my brain is still thirsting for more but some low life is robbing my storage behind my back. I think his name is Alzi! Never the less there ...
Tips for Medellín...(1) Don't invite strangers up to your room.(2) Don't get separated from your drink atnightlife venues.(3) If visiting Poblado, remember that you'reat mile-high altitude in a sector that containssteep inclines in places.(4) ... Read More
Any tips on Medellin ? by alex podporin
Dear people I salute you that you are expanding your knowledge with other interesting people. At 86 Part of my brain is still thirsting for more but some low life is robbing my storage behind my back. I think his name is Alzi! Never the less there ...
Alex claiming he has two left feet. ---Members, remember this is an Anglophone forum,so if you post words in Spanish, generally speakiing,they should be a relatively small part of the post ..or be translated along the way. Exceptions to the ... Read More
Any tips on Medellin ? by alex podporin
Dear people I salute you that you are expanding your knowledge with other interesting people. At 86 Part of my brain is still thirsting for more but some low life is robbing my storage behind my back. I think his name is Alzi! Never the less there ...
Age 86 and ready to dance! Good for you, Alex.¡Bailemos! Read More
The US Dollar Vs. The Colombian Peso ............. Who's Up? Who's Down? by cccmedia
Weekly close a record.For the first time ever, the exchange closed forthe week with the U.S. Dollar above 5000 Pesos.The closing value for the week endedNovember 4, 2022, is 5092 Pesos to the Dollar.Source... xe.com USD-COP charting
The Dollar's value versus Colombian currencyincreased by just a single peso this past week.As of the close on Friday the 26th of July,one Dollar was valued at xe.com chartingat 4019 Pesos. Read More
Living in armenia by Cibidcolombia
Hi you all Starting a new chapter in life here in colombia Been living the last 6 years in spain and before 4 years in thailand My business is moving to start up in alcala close to pereria and same distance to armenia so no matter what i ...
IMO an evergreen subject such asArmenia life remains valuable so long as people are interested andposters bring questions or value,regardless of whether the OP isstill active on the forum.You are welcome to endeavor topersuade me otherwise.But let's ... Read More
Living in armenia by Cibidcolombia
Hi you all Starting a new chapter in life here in colombia Been living the last 6 years in spain and before 4 years in thailand My business is moving to start up in alcala close to pereria and same distance to armenia so no matter what i ...
YouTube's Gran Colombia channel has a wealthof videos in its archives, some of which discussthe better and worse areas of Armenia, Quindío.The channel is the brainchild of NYS ExpatLoren Lowe (rhymes with cow), whose Coffee Timeprogram ... Read More
Living in armenia by Cibidcolombia
Hi you all Starting a new chapter in life here in colombia Been living the last 6 years in spain and before 4 years in thailand My business is moving to start up in alcala close to pereria and same distance to armenia so no matter what i ...
Consider a high-rise with doorman on North Sidealong or near the main drag.cccmedia Read More
Navigating administrative procedures in Colombia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Navigating through the administration in Colombia can be quite a challenge. With the variety of procedures, their complexity, and the local specifics, many factors need to be considered. Here are some questions worth ...
Anecdotally, there is an abundance of reportsby Expats and would-be Expats that dealingwith Colombia immigration has gotten moredifficult in recent years.Those not nerdy or experienced enough todeal with Spanish-language trámitesor who have a ... Read More
Car Models Popular in Ecuador, 2024-25
Bhavna from the Expat.com Home Officejust suggested starting a new thread onthis popular-cars subject since the oldthread is demasiado antiguo.When I bought my then-new Chevy Sailsome years ago, a primary concern wasgetting a car that was so popular ... Read More
Playing Casino Blackjack in Uruguay by cccmedia
I took a break from living in Ecuador this week to visit some places where casino blackjack is offered. In Ecuador, El Supremo pushed through a public referendum about four years ago. In a close vote, casinos were banned. The last ones closed ...
Do not put a lot of money into an online accountuntil you have verified the online casino asan honorable company.This might be done by playing and then requestinga refund of all or part of your post-play balance.Do not accept so-called bonus money ... Read More
The US Dollar Vs. The Colombian Peso ............. Who's Up? Who's Down? by cccmedia
Weekly close a record.For the first time ever, the exchange closed forthe week with the U.S. Dollar above 5000 Pesos.The closing value for the week endedNovember 4, 2022, is 5092 Pesos to the Dollar.Source... xe.com USD-COP charting
Crashing the 4000 Pesos line.With an upward projectory all week,Friday's close brought a smile todollarized Expats.The official closing number is4018 Pesos to the Dollar.Source... USD-COP charting atxe.com Read More
The US Dollar Vs. The Colombian Peso ............. Who's Up? Who's Down? by cccmedia
Weekly close a record.For the first time ever, the exchange closed forthe week with the U.S. Dollar above 5000 Pesos.The closing value for the week endedNovember 4, 2022, is 5092 Pesos to the Dollar.Source... xe.com USD-COP charting
Dollar bouncing back.The U.S Dollar is flirting with the 4000 Peso benchmark entering theweek's final currency-exchange day.At the close on Thursday, the Dollarwas pegged at 3998 Pesos, perxe.com charting. Read More
Blackjack in Peru by cccmedia
Marriott has first-class blackjack in Peru.Many of the casinos that offer blackjack inPeru are located in the Expat-friendlysector of Miraflores (look at flowers) in Lima.The class act is Casino Majesticat the JW Marriott Hotel just off thePacific ...
Playing five hands at a time.Since early in June I have been playing at La Haciendain Lima.Mostly playing at non-peak hours, I often find a dead tableand spread my bets to five hands. There are seven spotsat the several 21 tables .. and ... Read More
Trouble On the Coast and Mafia Carnage by cccmedia
Off-shore and airstrip drug activity along the Ecuador Coast is so bad in Manabí Province that radar may be installed shortly on private property.By presidential decree, property owners in parts of the province will be subject to the ...
Assassination suspects convicted.A three-judge court has convicted five individualsinvolved in the plot that led to last year'sassassination of candidate Fernando Villavicencio.The former investigative journalist was shot by moto ridersafter a rally ... Read More
The US Dollar Vs. The Colombian Peso ............. Who's Up? Who's Down? by cccmedia
Weekly close a record.For the first time ever, the exchange closed forthe week with the U.S. Dollar above 5000 Pesos.The closing value for the week endedNovember 4, 2022, is 5092 Pesos to the Dollar.Source... xe.com USD-COP charting
A swoon.The Dollar was in swoon mode this past week,dropping below the 4000 Pesos benchmark.At the Friday close, the Dollar was valuedat 3929 Pesos, according to xe.com charting. Read More
The US Dollar Vs. The Colombian Peso ............. Who's Up? Who's Down? by cccmedia
Weekly close a record.For the first time ever, the exchange closed forthe week with the U.S. Dollar above 5000 Pesos.The closing value for the week endedNovember 4, 2022, is 5092 Pesos to the Dollar.Source... xe.com USD-COP charting
The Dollar reached a level of 4152 Pesosduring the first week of July beforebacking off this week.Charting at xe.com USD-COP showsthe Dollar ended the week ata value of 4085 Pesos.The Dollar is now down only aboutone percent vs. the Peso since12 ... Read More
Dozens of tourists lost their lives this year mainly in Poblado by cccmedia
Given that 38 foreign tourists were killed or found dead inthe Paisa capital last year, 2023, things are getting worse.2024 is barely half over and already 31 foreign touristshave died in Medellin which puts Medellin on track towardover 60 dead ...
I stopped visiting the Paisa capitala couple of years ago. The nightlifeattracts smooth operators withplenty of experience in separatingmen from their money and other assets.My preferred city in Colombia these daysis Bucaramanga, which IMO has ... Read More
Dozens of tourists lost their lives this year mainly in Poblado by cccmedia
Given that 38 foreign tourists were killed or found dead inthe Paisa capital last year, 2023, things are getting worse.2024 is barely half over and already 31 foreign touristshave died in Medellin which puts Medellin on track towardover 60 dead ...
Brenda, you should follow these three rules toavoid any such incident...Don't stay out too late.Don't accept beverages from strangers. Don'tlet your 'safe' drink go unattended even fora minute.Don't engage with strangers who accost youon the ... Read More
Dozens of tourists lost their lives this year mainly in Poblado
Given that 38 foreign tourists were killed or found dead inthe Paisa capital last year, 2023, things are getting worse.2024 is barely half over and already 31 foreign touristshave died in Medellin which puts Medellin on track towardover 60 dead ... Read More
Nationwide water drought 2024 by cccmedia
Colombia is afflicted with a long-lasting droughtapparently caused by the weather phenomenonknown as El Niño.I've been in Bucaramanga, Santander .. and it hashardly rained at all, with no hard rains, in recent months.This is not a local ...
Please note that this thread is abouta 2024 water drought.Discussions or projections about theChiinese population in 2044 belongon a Chinese or Asian forum.Let's not go off-topic.cccmedia, experts team member Read More
The US Dollar Vs. The Colombian Peso ............. Who's Up? Who's Down? by cccmedia
Weekly close a record.For the first time ever, the exchange closed forthe week with the U.S. Dollar above 5000 Pesos.The closing value for the week endedNovember 4, 2022, is 5092 Pesos to the Dollar.Source... xe.com USD-COP charting
A miniscule change for the overall weekhas made little difference in the exchange ratebetween the U.S. and Colombia.The Dollar slipped a mere seven Pesos in value,ending the last week of June valued at4144 Pesos.Source.... xe.com USD-COP charting Read More
The US Dollar Vs. The Colombian Peso ............. Who's Up? Who's Down? by cccmedia
Weekly close a record.For the first time ever, the exchange closed forthe week with the U.S. Dollar above 5000 Pesos.The closing value for the week endedNovember 4, 2022, is 5092 Pesos to the Dollar.Source... xe.com USD-COP charting
From Reuters, dateline Bogotá...Tens of thousands of Colombians took to thestreets on April 21st to protest the reformsproposed by Presidente Petro. Read More
Newly arrived in Arequipa by ChipW
I'm from the US but then I lived in Colombia for about 10 1/2 years (most of that time I was illegal), now I have relocated again, this time to Arequipa. My plan is to get legal this time, so I already have the INTERPOL document, next week I will ...
This is a thread about Arequipa, Peru.For discussions about Colombia in general or thecity of Pasto, Colombia, kindly visit one of theExpat.com Colombia forums.Colombia and Peru are not continguous countries.cccmedia, member of the Expat.com experts ... Read More
How to get a tourist visa by Chris32111
I reside in south florida i have a family member who wants to come visit for a big family function what are the steps in order for her to get a travel visa for 10-14 days? She has a valid passport. how long of a process it is ? if anyone can ...
Thank you for clarifying the destinattion.Please visit the Expat.com USA forumsto seek information about a permit orvisa to enter the USA.cccmedia Read More
Help with getting a visa by Chris32111
I reside in south florida i have a family member who wants to come visit for a big family function what are the steps in order for her to get a travel visa for 10-14 days? She has a valid passport. how long of a process it is ? if anyone can ...
Tourist permits are provided free of charge toUSA citizens and those from many other countriesupon arrival at the Lima airport. These are notvisas, per se, so require only a passport valid forthe appropriate period. The permit is typicallyvalid for ... Read More
The US Dollar Vs. The Colombian Peso ............. Who's Up? Who's Down? by cccmedia
Weekly close a record.For the first time ever, the exchange closed forthe week with the U.S. Dollar above 5000 Pesos.The closing value for the week endedNovember 4, 2022, is 5092 Pesos to the Dollar.Source... xe.com USD-COP charting
Climbing, climbing.The U.S. Dollar climbed another 18 Pesosin the week ended June 21, 2024, to closethe week at 4151 Pesos. Source... xe.comUSD-COP charting.Will this continued climb of the Dollarcause some of our members to blamePetro or his ... Read More
How to get a tourist visa by Chris32111
I reside in south florida i have a family member who wants to come visit for a big family function what are the steps in order for her to get a travel visa for 10-14 days? She has a valid passport. how long of a process it is ? if anyone can ...
Usually it takes under two minues to get atourist permit of 90 days, extendable laterto 90 additional days. This is for USA citizensand citizens of many other countries.But it is not a tourist visa, it is a tourist permitand does not require ... Read More
The US Dollar Vs. The Colombian Peso ............. Who's Up? Who's Down? by cccmedia
Weekly close a record.For the first time ever, the exchange closed forthe week with the U.S. Dollar above 5000 Pesos.The closing value for the week endedNovember 4, 2022, is 5092 Pesos to the Dollar.Source... xe.com USD-COP charting
Stronger Dollar.The Dollar had one of its strongest weeks ofthe year versus the Peso, flying past the4000 and 4100 Peso benchmarks.At Friday's close, the Dollar was valued at 4133 Pesos, according to xe.com USD-COP charting.This is the high ... Read More
Immigration Lawyer Arequipa by Freeroamer4
Hello,I'm retired living in the US. Am considering retirement in Arequipa Peru and would like to start with a 2 or 3 week visit in the Fall or early Spring of next year. If things go well I'd like to hire an Immigration Lawyer possibly while I'm ...
Can anyone give me a referral for an Immigration Lawyer in Arequipa? Any information would be greatly appreciated. -@Freeroamer4 ...Maybe you only think you need to findan immigration attorney ... Read More
Changing money in Peru by nico peligro
I will be travelling to Peru, Huaraz, for 17 days in June.I have been to Peru several times in the past years, but not recently.In Colombia (where I live) , Ecuador, Argentina, I usually bring zero or limited $USD cash (never use $USD in Colombia) , ...
Posters, this thread is about changing money in Peruso if most of your comments are Colombia-specific,kindly post on a Colombia forum.---My non-USA cards are not being honored here inPeru, just as they were not honored in Colombia.So I am down to my ... Read More
The US Dollar Vs. The Colombian Peso ............. Who's Up? Who's Down? by cccmedia
Weekly close a record.For the first time ever, the exchange closed forthe week with the U.S. Dollar above 5000 Pesos.The closing value for the week endedNovember 4, 2022, is 5092 Pesos to the Dollar.Source... xe.com USD-COP charting
The Dollar gained about 90 Colombian Pesosin value during the first week of June.The Dollar finished the week at 3942 Pesos.Source.... USD-COP charting at xe.com Read More
How is life in Lima ? by maddelleine01
Hello , I will be traveling to Lima Peru I m Anglo Peruvian looking forwardto live in Lima. I have relatives in Lima and some friends but I have visited Lima in 15 yearsperhaps you can tell me how things are over there, I know the weather is ...
There is much to appreciate about Lima, so it would bea shame if anybody crossed the city off their to-visit listbased on Chingas's comments.The description of Lima as if it's Gotham City on Gotham'sworst day does a disservice to the Peruvian ... Read More
Retiree heading (maybe) to Peru by Catfish27
Hi, I am considering retiring in Peru in 2025 in order to make my retirement more comfortable financially speaking. I would either buy a condo or rent an apartment. I do not need a lot of space, like maybe 700 square feet or so, but am hoping for ...
Cusco and Arequipa are at altitude. -@Doncito...There's a big difference between the elevation of Arequipaat 7761 feet .. and Cusco, 11152 feet.I recommend against considering buying a condo or otherproperty in ... Read More
Moving to Colombia with a criminal record by tscout
I (34M, UK) recently got myself into some trouble, likely resulting in what’s known as a conditional caution here in the UK. I have previously been cautioned by the police a couple of times as a young adult some 15+ years ago. I have never ...
IF I was not married to the Chicken of the Sea, I would buy a sailboat and be very nomadic... -@Lpdiver...Past age 50 at the time, my maternal grandmother, Dot G.,once explained her limitations by saying "I'm not a spring chickenanymore."My ... Read More
Moving to Colombia with a criminal record by tscout
I (34M, UK) recently got myself into some trouble, likely resulting in what’s known as a conditional caution here in the UK. I have previously been cautioned by the police a couple of times as a young adult some 15+ years ago. I have never ...
I am currently on a tourist extension, courtesty of Expat Group,giving me additional time and up to 180 days in Colombiawith no exposure to Colombia income taxes.This is a favorable option for snowbirds or anyone for whom180 days in Paradise is ... Read More
Moving to Colombia with a criminal record by tscout
I (34M, UK) recently got myself into some trouble, likely resulting in what’s known as a conditional caution here in the UK. I have previously been cautioned by the police a couple of times as a young adult some 15+ years ago. I have never ...
@OsageArcher reading that it says only good for three years. What after living in columbia for three years I have to return to US and do process over again so I can get my 5 years. -@jeffreymarks...Jeffrey, ... Read More
The US Dollar Vs. The Colombian Peso ............. Who's Up? Who's Down? by cccmedia
Weekly close a record.For the first time ever, the exchange closed forthe week with the U.S. Dollar above 5000 Pesos.The closing value for the week endedNovember 4, 2022, is 5092 Pesos to the Dollar.Source... xe.com USD-COP charting
The U.S, Dollar weakened only slightly versusthe Colombian Peso during the last week of May.The Dollar lost 17 Pesos in value over the courseof the week, finishing at 3860 Pesos to the Dollar.Source.... xe.com USD-COP charting Read More
GIRLFRIEND / FIANCE/ WIFE (??) FROM COLOMBIA by JohnyLondon
A bit of advice: Colombians are great women. Healthy, seemingly happy, dancing, oh - you would like to forget about God's world.You will be surrounded by laughter and dancing in the fumes of wine and beer, if you buy aguardiente - they will ...
my plan WAS to retire in Colombia. Right now i am doing OK with my SURA prepagada... but I'll have to take these changes into consideration as I plan my future here.I might have to look more closely at retiring in Paraguay... ... Read More
Changing money in Peru by nico peligro
I will be travelling to Peru, Huaraz, for 17 days in June.I have been to Peru several times in the past years, but not recently.In Colombia (where I live) , Ecuador, Argentina, I usually bring zero or limited $USD cash (never use $USD in Colombia) , ...
I don't understand the need for $1,000 US tobring into Peru. I use a Chase debit card for soles withdrawals as needed. I see no need towalk around Peru with big money in my pockets.I ran into problems here in Colombia recently ... Read More
Trouble On the Coast and Mafia Carnage by cccmedia
Off-shore and airstrip drug activity along the Ecuador Coast is so bad in Manabí Province that radar may be installed shortly on private property.By presidential decree, property owners in parts of the province will be subject to the ...
Thieves, sometimes armed,have been attacking travelers coming fromGuayaquil and the GYE airport.Some of the delincuentes target motoristswho have to slow down on a two-lane roadknown for vehicle-speed monitoring on stretchesof road between ... Read More
Rentista Visa, I have questions by ChipW
So, I found the info for the Rentista Visa on the gob.pe site but I still have questions because it appears to be too easy.I see no mention of any documents needing to be apostilled. Is this correct, it is not needed?Only a 'simple copy' of a ...
Countries in South America that offerthe Rentista Visa typically want to see3 to 6 recent/monthly statements from theapplicant's bank account showingconsistent income from a non-pensionsource. So find out what is the minimumregular income required ... Read More
Foreigners in BUCARAMANGA!! by Rahul2604
hi guys, i am from India and will be moving to BUCARAMANAGA by next month, so i would like to know some useful information about the city, first of all is it safe place to live?? i will be coming as an assistant professor of English language to ...
Buca can get very hot. -@Quechimba...To get the most enjoyment out of Buca as an Expat visitoror resident, I recommend the following weather-related hacks forthe warmer days.(1) Take advantage of the shade provided by the thousandsof tall, ... Read More
The US Dollar Vs. The Colombian Peso ............. Who's Up? Who's Down? by cccmedia
Weekly close a record.For the first time ever, the exchange closed forthe week with the U.S. Dollar above 5000 Pesos.The closing value for the week endedNovember 4, 2022, is 5092 Pesos to the Dollar.Source... xe.com USD-COP charting
The Dollar gained 48 Pesos in value versus the Colombian Peso during the week ending today,May 24, 2024.At the close on Friday, the value of the Dollarwas 3877 Pesos.Source.... xe.com USD-COP Read More
Background Check for M Retirement Visa by karencds
Have had my M visa for almost a year now, so it’s time to apply for a renewal. This time I need the criminal background check. Over 25 years ago I had two or three misdemeanors, not involving violence or dishonesty. Will this be a problem?
Brenda,Due to a glitch in the site's personal messagingsystem, I am currently unable to have the siteverify my email address nor allow me to approveyour contact request. I'll notify the Home Officethat there is a technical problem.Unless I have ... Read More
Background Check for M Retirement Visa by karencds
Have had my M visa for almost a year now, so it’s time to apply for a renewal. This time I need the criminal background check. Over 25 years ago I had two or three misdemeanors, not involving violence or dishonesty. Will this be a problem?
Brenda,I'll be flying from Bucaramanga to Lima, Peru,in early June. No plans to spend time in Medellín,though I would be glad to meet y'all if we arein the same city at some future time.cccmedia in Buca Read More
Life in suburban Bucaramanga by Volod1428
Hi, my name is Vlad. I have idea to move to Columbia from USA.Bucaramanga is in my focus. I would like to live outside of city, just don't like city stress and want spend my time in garden. I found that Bucaramanga has problem with polution.I will ...
I notice more homeless folks and some mensleeping on Cabecera sidewalks in the daytimein recent months .. more than I used to see duringprevious trips.But Buca still has beautiful neighborhoods inCabecera and Sotomayor, for example.If there is any ... Read More
Background Check for M Retirement Visa by karencds
Have had my M visa for almost a year now, so it’s time to apply for a renewal. This time I need the criminal background check. Over 25 years ago I had two or three misdemeanors, not involving violence or dishonesty. Will this be a problem?
Brenda: Where do the majority of Expats live?...In Colombia, metro Medellín has been the epicenter forExpat arrivals over the past decade. Poblado sectoris popular for those seeking the Beverly Hills of Colombia.Envigado is a bit less ... Read More
Background Check for M Retirement Visa by karencds
Have had my M visa for almost a year now, so it’s time to apply for a renewal. This time I need the criminal background check. Over 25 years ago I had two or three misdemeanors, not involving violence or dishonesty. Will this be a problem?
Fire away, Brenda!cccmedia Read More
Background Check for M Retirement Visa by karencds
Have had my M visa for almost a year now, so it’s time to apply for a renewal. This time I need the criminal background check. Over 25 years ago I had two or three misdemeanors, not involving violence or dishonesty. Will this be a problem?
@cccmedia could you recommend a reputable immigration lawyer? -@crespobrendaI agree with the poster who recommended Langon Law. Though they have an office in Medallo, you do not haveto be located nearby. I obtained a one-year visa c. ... Read More
Background Check for M Retirement Visa
Due to excessive trolling on this thread, I have made my caseto the Home Office to clean things up.Let's see what they do.cccmedia Read More
The US Dollar Vs. The Colombian Peso ............. Who's Up? Who's Down? by cccmedia
Weekly close a record.For the first time ever, the exchange closed forthe week with the U.S. Dollar above 5000 Pesos.The closing value for the week endedNovember 4, 2022, is 5092 Pesos to the Dollar.Source... xe.com USD-COP charting
The Dollar dropped by 61 Pesos in the weekended May 17, 2024. It now stands at3829 Pesos to the Dollar.Source... xe.com USD-COP charting Read More
Background Check for M Retirement Visa by karencds
Have had my M visa for almost a year now, so it’s time to apply for a renewal. This time I need the criminal background check. Over 25 years ago I had two or three misdemeanors, not involving violence or dishonesty. Will this be a problem?
To the troll,I found your post to be condescending, from thesnide salutation to the implication that I wasimproperly failing to support another memberwho had sought guidance with a visa renewal.As a member of the forum, you have free speech ..but ... Read More
Background Check for M Retirement Visa by karencds
Have had my M visa for almost a year now, so it’s time to apply for a renewal. This time I need the criminal background check. Over 25 years ago I had two or three misdemeanors, not involving violence or dishonesty. Will this be a problem?
Dear Chris,Welcome to the forums of Expat.com ...A wide variety of posters on Expat forums havereported that Migración has become more finickythan previously during the Petro years. If you needassistance with getting an application past the ... Read More
How to Thwart Home Burglars
In her latest column, Jeanne of Cuenca HighLifereports that authorities have warned residentshow they can protect their homes from burglars.(1) Make sure windows and doors are in good condition and have secure locks.(2) Consider installing burglar ... Read More
The US Dollar Vs. The Colombian Peso ............. Who's Up? Who's Down? by cccmedia
Weekly close a record.For the first time ever, the exchange closed forthe week with the U.S. Dollar above 5000 Pesos.The closing value for the week endedNovember 4, 2022, is 5092 Pesos to the Dollar.Source... xe.com USD-COP charting
The week starting today, Monday, May 13, showsthe Dollar channeling around the 3890 level.The Dollar is down about 15 percent today comparedto the Peso in a comparison with 12 months ago. Read More
Colombian driver's license by CaliRay
I've been in Colombia for more than 11 years and during that time my U.S. driver license expired. Getting a new one there is quite a bureaucratic nightmare I'd rather avoid. Currently in Texas you must wait two months or more just for an ...
my class... 25 hours of theory, 2 mechanical classes, and 14 hours of Clase Manejo.... Easy Peezy. -@adamscheid313..."¿Easy Peezy?" Not for most.For the typical Gringo, sitting through 50 hours of ... Read More
español for Gringos by cccmedia
Let's find out if there's interest in a thread for folks who want to share or expand what they know about the Spanish language. I'm thinking tips, trix, quirks, observations, embarrassing moments, triumphal moments, and other encounters ...
Know your Spanish nouns.What's the difference between nido, nudo y desnudo?...nido is a nest as in bird's nestnudo is a knot or a lump as in lump in the throat.desnudo means nude or naked -- the feminineform is desnuda. Read More
Cuenca disaster by cccmedia
Weekend rains caused massive problems in and around Cuenca (May 4, 2024 and beyond).Overflowing rivers produced mudslides that blockedroads, causing long traffic delays and road closures.For more details, see recent article(s) ...
Ecuador... Is mudslides a common thing there? -@denisekygrl...Cuenca has many rivers. The city is particularly proneto banks overflowing during times of heavy rainsand thus mudslides.cccmedia Read More
Cuenca disaster
Weekend rains caused massive problems in and around Cuenca (May 4, 2024 and beyond).Overflowing rivers produced mudslides that blockedroads, causing long traffic delays and road closures.For more details, see recent article(s) ... Read More
Signing document Peru by Mohpa6
Hi arrived in peru or 12th of april i did something that i am allowed to sign documents for 30 days i got 60 days is it also possible to get it again for like 20 days ?
As you are getting married, trying to navigate the bureaucracyand seek reliable advice on how to extend your time in Peruto sign important documents, you should be working with aPeru-based attorney who is experienced in such matters.Another option ... Read More
The US Dollar Vs. The Colombian Peso ............. Who's Up? Who's Down? by cccmedia
Weekly close a record.For the first time ever, the exchange closed forthe week with the U.S. Dollar above 5000 Pesos.The closing value for the week endedNovember 4, 2022, is 5092 Pesos to the Dollar.Source... xe.com USD-COP charting
The Dollar managed to eclipse the 3900-Pesos levelthis past week, ending the first week of May up 13 Pesosfrom the previous week's close, at 3908 Pesos to the Dollar.Source... xe.com USD-COP Read More
GM to close its assembly plant in Ecuador
After half a century of General Motors operatingits assembly plant in metro Quito, GM has justannounced it will close the plant in August (2024).GM's Chevy Sail has been a popular model onQuito streets for many years. GM says it willcontinue to ... Read More
GM closing plants in Colombia and Ecuador
General Motors has just announced it is closingits manufacturing plant in Colombia, with thedismantling to begin straight away.GM also announced it will close its Ecuadorplant starting in August (2024).The closings will apparently cost over 1,000 GM ... Read More
Trouble On the Coast and Mafia Carnage by cccmedia
Off-shore and airstrip drug activity along the Ecuador Coast is so bad in Manabí Province that radar may be installed shortly on private property.By presidential decree, property owners in parts of the province will be subject to the ...
Don't bring some chairs to a gun fight.A 71-year-old USA Expat from Houstonidentified as Richard Jackson Lewiswas killed in a robbery at a restaurant where he was dining in Santa Marianita,near Manta. He was pronounced deadat a Manta hospital from ... Read More
The US Dollar Vs. The Colombian Peso ............. Who's Up? Who's Down? by cccmedia
Weekly close a record.For the first time ever, the exchange closed forthe week with the U.S. Dollar above 5000 Pesos.The closing value for the week endedNovember 4, 2022, is 5092 Pesos to the Dollar.Source... xe.com USD-COP charting
The Dollar had a 31-Peso pullback this past weekversus the Peso.The Dollar is currently valued at 3895 Pesos,according to xe.com USD-COP charting. Read More
Trouble On the Coast and Mafia Carnage by cccmedia
Off-shore and airstrip drug activity along the Ecuador Coast is so bad in Manabí Province that radar may be installed shortly on private property.By presidential decree, property owners in parts of the province will be subject to the ...
Assassinations.A prison warden was murdered on Sunday.Cosmo Damián Parrales Merchán, director ofEl Rodeo prison in Porto Viejo, was shot dead.Two local mayors were also killed in the past week in Ecuadorian municipalitiies.El Mercurio ... Read More
Results of the 2023-24 Elections by cccmedia
Today -- August 20, 2023 -- is an election day in Ecuador.Following a violent campaign season that was triggeredby a presidente seeking to avoid being impeached,the electorate of Ecuador will choose a newNational Assembly months after the old one ...
Results of the Refendum Voting, April 2024.Ecuadorians approved Presidente Noboa's crime-fightingreferendum proposals in Sunday's voting.However, Ecuadorians voted down some non-crime-relatedreferendum items.The results are detailed at ... Read More
The US Dollar Vs. The Colombian Peso ............. Who's Up? Who's Down? by cccmedia
Weekly close a record.For the first time ever, the exchange closed forthe week with the U.S. Dollar above 5000 Pesos.The closing value for the week endedNovember 4, 2022, is 5092 Pesos to the Dollar.Source... xe.com USD-COP charting
The U.S. Dollar gained against the Pesoduring the past week ended April 19, 2024 --rising about 80 Pesos and concluding the weekat 3934 Pesos.Source... xe.com USD-COP charting Read More
Ecuador vs. Colombia 2023-24 by cccmedia
Quito, Ecuador, versus Medellin, Colombia --what are some of the differences?On an obscure Colombia forum thread, memberAdaptive Migrant asked yours truly what arethe differences one finds in living in Ecuadorversus Colombia.--That's a tough ...
Work holiday.El Presidente has ordered a 'work holiday'for today and tomorrow, Thursday and Friday,to limit the use of electricity.Supposedly this will allow blackouts to beimposed so that hydroelectric energy-generatingequipment can be restored.Sr. ... Read More
Ecuador vs. Colombia 2023-24 by cccmedia
Quito, Ecuador, versus Medellin, Colombia --what are some of the differences?On an obscure Colombia forum thread, memberAdaptive Migrant asked yours truly what arethe differences one finds in living in Ecuadorversus Colombia.--That's a tough ...
Manta Expat Don Shader has just posted afirst-hand YouTube video describing blackoutson the coast and what he considers longtermmismanagement of Ecuador's energy situation,which came to a crisis point this week.View this video at the Don Shader ... Read More
Ecuador vs. Colombia 2023-24 by cccmedia
Quito, Ecuador, versus Medellin, Colombia --what are some of the differences?On an obscure Colombia forum thread, memberAdaptive Migrant asked yours truly what arethe differences one finds in living in Ecuadorversus Colombia.--That's a tough ...
Flash!Presidente Noboa has fired his energy ministerand declared q national state of emergency aswater-shortage electrical blackouts areplaguing Ecuador this week.El Presidente blames the blackouts on mismanagement,inaction and failures of the ... Read More
Ecuador vs. Colombia 2023-24 by cccmedia
Quito, Ecuador, versus Medellin, Colombia --what are some of the differences?On an obscure Colombia forum thread, memberAdaptive Migrant asked yours truly what arethe differences one finds in living in Ecuadorversus Colombia.--That's a tough ...
Several hours before you posted, I posted a new thread on the Colombia forum about Colombia's current droughtand rolling 24-hour water cutoffs in the Bogtota region.The current El Niño phenomenon is causing problemsnot just in the Colombian ... Read More
Nationwide water drought 2024
Colombia is afflicted with a long-lasting droughtapparently caused by the weather phenomenonknown as El Niño.I've been in Bucaramanga, Santander .. and it hashardly rained at all, with no hard rains, in recent months.This is not a local ... Read More
The US Dollar Vs. The Colombian Peso ............. Who's Up? Who's Down? by cccmedia
Weekly close a record.For the first time ever, the exchange closed forthe week with the U.S. Dollar above 5000 Pesos.The closing value for the week endedNovember 4, 2022, is 5092 Pesos to the Dollar.Source... xe.com USD-COP charting
After spending a few days in the mid 3700's, the U.S. Dollar bounced back almost 100 Pesosto close on Friday, April 12, at 3858 Pesos.Source... xe.com USD-COP charting Read More
All you need to know about firearms in Ecuador by 3lckr
You CANNOT legally bring your weapons to Ecuador. Why did I put legally? I wouldn't know any illegal way to do it... Anyway, firearm imports are closed indefinitely by our "beloved" Correa, and import of any other type of weaponry is complicated and ...
Have there been any more recent changes to civilian firearms laws in Ecuador? ...Ideally would like info on ownership/transport/target shoot. -@pjorgensen997....As an Expat, you may not legally bring firearms into ... Read More
Can I get another 90 days stay ? by antoniodistefano9
Arrived in Lima Feb 28, 2024 and will he staying the 90days allowed. Very impressed with Lima. I visited it twice before some 15 years ago, but the impression was limited then. Generally find it many times better looking city than ...
Antonio is an optimist if he is thinking that the laypersonswho populate our forums will provide an answer that ismore reliable than the myriad contradictory sourcesthat have already confused the issue.A few years ago, after Peru reduced the ... Read More
Visa to Mexico by marineflyer2000
Paid my May 1 flight to Cancun, $1200. Paid hotel for 14 days in Cancun, $12,400Now Mexico is requiring a Visa to Mexico from Peru.Will never get a Visa Appt at the Mexican Embassy in time to gain entrance.Since the Airline Ticket was purchased in ...
Paid my May 1 flight to Cancun, $1200. Paid hotel for 14 days in Cancun, $12,000. -@marineflyer2000...Money-saving tips for Marine Flyer and othersfor future Lima-Cancun flights and stays....There are ... Read More
Days in Peru by Mohpa6
Hello all i am from the netherlands i went from 24 september 2023 till 4 november 2023 and 24 december till 3 march 2024 now i want too back too my fiancee at 12th april will this give me problems or do you think i am still allowed?i have still days ...
Given the extra complexity of your apparent situation,meaning your fiancée. it's time to consider contactinga visa expert or immigration attorney. I realize you are from the Netherlands and your native language may beneither Spanish nor ... Read More
Opening hotel in Colombia by KBradley
Hello all - looking to source some advice and suggestions. My partner and I are planning to open a small hotel in Colombia, but we are currently still located in Canada. He is Colombian/Canadian and I am Canadian. Firstly, what are your thoughts on ...
An attorney based in Colombia is essential inlaunching such an enterprise, especially anattorney who has successfully advised new andexisting businesses in Colombia.cccmedia in Santander Read More
Days in Peru by Mohpa6
Hello all i am from the netherlands i went from 24 september 2023 till 4 november 2023 and 24 december till 3 march 2024 now i want too back too my fiancee at 12th april will this give me problems or do you think i am still allowed?i have still days ...
Based on what you have written, and providedthat you have substantial days remaining out of180, I don't see any reason you would be deniedentry. I would confirm in advance with the nearestconsulate or embassy of Peru rather than relyingon the ... Read More