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Moving to Ecuador

South America • Rank #18 for American Expats

76
Overall Score

Overview

Ecuador uses the US Dollar and offers very low living costs. Cuenca is popular with retirees for its spring-like climate.

✅ Highlights

  • ✓Uses US Dollar
  • ✓Very affordable
  • ✓Diverse geography
  • ✓Growing expat community in Cuenca

⚠️ Challenges

  • !Political instability
  • !Safety concerns increasing
  • !Spanish necessary

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