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TAXI SECURITY

A new security option using the Website www.pasajeroseguro.com is functioning with a registry of the 12,000 licensed taxis of Quito. On approaching a taxi, you send a text message to the number 2468 with the municipal registry number that is supposed to be visible on the door or windshield and in a few seconds you will have reported and recorded… Read More

Expat Voting Requirements

Voting is a right granted to the Ecuadorian Citizens over the age of 18, it is also extended to the following groups as a discretionary right: 1. Senior citizens, (over 65 yrs old) 2. Ecuadorians over 16 years old 3. Foreigners over 65 or under 65 (holding a cedula of identity) The process for a foreigner to vote is as… Read More

Cotacachi expats now on Facebook

For all of you out there who are on Facebook and for all of you out there who have just been dying to have a reason to open a Facebook account, here’s an opportunity. I’ve just set up a Facebook page called Cotacachi Expats. This page is not meant to replace Jack’s email list, but rather to compliment it. It’s… Read More