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frugalpirate

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American looking for information about Ecuador

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Lives in Sacramento

Registration: 16 May 2014

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12 years ago
Howardofocal

Power of Attorney by Howardofocal

Has anyone ever given a Special Power Of Attorney to someone in Cuenca in order to obtain a resident visa before coming to Ecuador? I know it can be done but I'm wondering what the 'gotchas' might be.

frugalpirate

ok, if it comes to that only issue I have with the services I've read about is I've already done most of the stuff advertised which are the background, certifications and apostilles and I've done several states and the Feds for those ... Read More

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12 years ago
Howardofocal

Power of Attorney by Howardofocal

Has anyone ever given a Special Power Of Attorney to someone in Cuenca in order to obtain a resident visa before coming to Ecuador? I know it can be done but I'm wondering what the 'gotchas' might be.

frugalpirate

I looked into her service. $1440 or near that and half up front. Sounded interesting especially if she could have it all done in the states. Read More

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12 years ago

Back from Ecuador

So have you had any problems? Don't think we're dealing with a problematic governorship. Read More

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12 years ago
suprsweets

Proof of return/onward travel upon entry? by suprsweets

Hey I am traveling to live in Ecuador 2/20/13. Many things I have been reading say that upon entry into Ecuador I WILL be asked for a proof of onward travel. Others say I they probably WON'T. Does anyone have any experience with this?

frugalpirate

interesting to her airlines have taken on the role of immigration. didn't experience it, but everything changes from day to day. I'm talking to LAN and asking about the refundable...probably more, but they're at least looking. ... Read More

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12 years ago
suprsweets

Proof of return/onward travel upon entry? by suprsweets

Hey I am traveling to live in Ecuador 2/20/13. Many things I have been reading say that upon entry into Ecuador I WILL be asked for a proof of onward travel. Others say I they probably WON'T. Does anyone have any experience with this?

frugalpirate

you might should ambiguity leaves too many interpretation seems like a mixed response I wasn't asked...dunno Read More

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12 years ago
henrybear

papers I need to establish myself in Cuenca by henrybear

Hi everyone, my name is Eric Beeldsnijder (male) and I am from Curacao. My profession: translator and I studied management as well, in Europe. I worked in statistics for over 30 years in The Netherlands and Bonaire. I wish to live in Cuenca, Ecuador ...

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wow, assuring comments from puff kity live to love? ha ha Read More

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12 years ago
henrybear

papers I need to establish myself in Cuenca by henrybear

Hi everyone, my name is Eric Beeldsnijder (male) and I am from Curacao. My profession: translator and I studied management as well, in Europe. I worked in statistics for over 30 years in The Netherlands and Bonaire. I wish to live in Cuenca, Ecuador ...

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don't abandon, smoking kitty it's just paper! Read More

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12 years ago
henrybear

papers I need to establish myself in Cuenca by henrybear

Hi everyone, my name is Eric Beeldsnijder (male) and I am from Curacao. My profession: translator and I studied management as well, in Europe. I worked in statistics for over 30 years in The Netherlands and Bonaire. I wish to live in Cuenca, Ecuador ...

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wonder if this helps Canada didn't sign Hague convention. Instead Canada requires and is required to provide a Certificate of Authentication or Form 10 - International Certificate of Identity which is almost similar like apostille. It is this ... Read More

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12 years ago
henrybear

papers I need to establish myself in Cuenca by henrybear

Hi everyone, my name is Eric Beeldsnijder (male) and I am from Curacao. My profession: translator and I studied management as well, in Europe. I worked in statistics for over 30 years in The Netherlands and Bonaire. I wish to live in Cuenca, Ecuador ...

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I'm going senile just watching the blogs and gathering papers. Can we form a club when you're down? I think you just have to present at the ministerio and say "I like llamas." I'm confident good nature might prevail Read More

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12 years ago
henrybear

papers I need to establish myself in Cuenca by henrybear

Hi everyone, my name is Eric Beeldsnijder (male) and I am from Curacao. My profession: translator and I studied management as well, in Europe. I worked in statistics for over 30 years in The Netherlands and Bonaire. I wish to live in Cuenca, Ecuador ...

frugalpirate

I've heard many work with the consulate, maybe that helps sorry, still know it at british Colombia with queen E on the money. surprised about not being part of the Hague, though. paperwork bogs things up Read More

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12 years ago
henrybear

papers I need to establish myself in Cuenca by henrybear

Hi everyone, my name is Eric Beeldsnijder (male) and I am from Curacao. My profession: translator and I studied management as well, in Europe. I worked in statistics for over 30 years in The Netherlands and Bonaire. I wish to live in Cuenca, Ecuador ...

frugalpirate

sorry to hear that...but your apostille agreement is with the Hague, not Ecuador. Really, Birtain and it's colonies not part of that? That is frustrating but I've read several blogs from Canadians that are there. Be positive and keep ... Read More

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12 years ago
henrybear

papers I need to establish myself in Cuenca by henrybear

Hi everyone, my name is Eric Beeldsnijder (male) and I am from Curacao. My profession: translator and I studied management as well, in Europe. I worked in statistics for over 30 years in The Netherlands and Bonaire. I wish to live in Cuenca, Ecuador ...

frugalpirate

here's your English Translation from the web who's trying to make this more complicated? These folks like cooperative, contributive people...please, make it harder and you can immigrate to the states 1.Application form of visa requirement ... Read More

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12 years ago
henrybear

papers I need to establish myself in Cuenca by henrybear

Hi everyone, my name is Eric Beeldsnijder (male) and I am from Curacao. My profession: translator and I studied management as well, in Europe. I worked in statistics for over 30 years in The Netherlands and Bonaire. I wish to live in Cuenca, Ecuador ...

frugalpirate

wow, talk about expensive at 20 dollars a pop....really? the lawyer I've been in touch with said a birth certificate was note required since you needed on for a passport and nothing about multiple copies guess we're going for the ride Read More

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12 years ago
henrybear

papers I need to establish myself in Cuenca by henrybear

Hi everyone, my name is Eric Beeldsnijder (male) and I am from Curacao. My profession: translator and I studied management as well, in Europe. I worked in statistics for over 30 years in The Netherlands and Bonaire. I wish to live in Cuenca, Ecuador ...

frugalpirate

nice guys the Spanish translation mentions nothing of a birth certificate save children go get 'em Read More

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12 years ago
frugalpirate

United States Postal Service and Customs by frugalpirate

So I've read through the threads. With the extra fees they have on airlines, I thought it might be easier to send some of my clothes and things down through the mail. It's around 60 bucks for 20 pounds. I read the restrictions on the USPS site and ...

frugalpirate

:o Well, I sure don't need 400 pounds of clothes, but I thought it might be easier. They're giving me another bag of 50 pounds on the airline for 70 bucks. I should be fine. It's about knowing quality and pricing to say the least! Read More

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12 years ago
henrybear

papers I need to establish myself in Cuenca by henrybear

Hi everyone, my name is Eric Beeldsnijder (male) and I am from Curacao. My profession: translator and I studied management as well, in Europe. I worked in statistics for over 30 years in The Netherlands and Bonaire. I wish to live in Cuenca, Ecuador ...

frugalpirate

nuts, this link doesn't open for me in California www.mmrree.gob.ec/servicios/visas Read More

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12 years ago
frugalpirate

United States Postal Service and Customs by frugalpirate

So I've read through the threads. With the extra fees they have on airlines, I thought it might be easier to send some of my clothes and things down through the mail. It's around 60 bucks for 20 pounds. I read the restrictions on the USPS site and ...

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guess not if they're easy to obtain. someone said they had a problem with American sizes no worries then Read More

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12 years ago
Anthony Bassak

Visa problems by Anthony Bassak

My name is Anthony Bassak. I live in Northern Illinois and the closest embassy for Ecuador is in Chicago and they never answer their telephone and if they do they immediately hang up the receiver. I will keep tryin Has anyone ever heard of Patrick ...

frugalpirate

interesting observation especially when we have to do most of the paperwork retrieval, apostille, etc. The officials at the ministerio actually seem to really want to try and help. Read More

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frugalpirate created a thread
12 years ago

United States Postal Service and Customs

So I've read through the threads. With the extra fees they have on airlines, I thought it might be easier to send some of my clothes and things down through the mail. It's around 60 bucks for 20 pounds. I read the restrictions on the USPS site and ... Read More

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12 years ago
carolynhunter

i need all the help by carolynhunter

i need all the help i can get. i am elderly physically disabled lady, thinking of renting in salinas town area ......a budget dwelling but cant seem to contact the real estate man with whom i made tentative plans, ; hector g. quintana. ... i ...

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:D Thanks I had sent them an email with no response The attorney down there, bless her, has no real understanding of the geographics If that worked for you I'll give it a try. This apostille nonsense takes forever! Thanks for the tips Read More

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12 years ago
carolynhunter

i need all the help by carolynhunter

i need all the help i can get. i am elderly physically disabled lady, thinking of renting in salinas town area ......a budget dwelling but cant seem to contact the real estate man with whom i made tentative plans, ; hector g. quintana. ... i ...

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did you have any contact with anyone at Frisco Ecuador consulate? I'm in Sacramento and it would be easier to send there than Washington? Patience. It's just a different way they do things in business - casually! Thanks Michael Read More

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frugalpirate replied to a thread
12 years ago
carolynhunter

i need all the help by carolynhunter

i need all the help i can get. i am elderly physically disabled lady, thinking of renting in salinas town area ......a budget dwelling but cant seem to contact the real estate man with whom i made tentative plans, ; hector g. quintana. ... i ...

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Too funny. I'm looking at some of the comments about the transition and I've read and heard conflicting reports. Doesn't this sound similar? Hmmm...government in whatever country? Try working for the Veterans Administration. My goal here was to try ... Read More

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12 years ago