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When a foreign citizen uses a real estate property as support for his/her temporary visa, this property immediately acquires a prohibition to sell or transfer also known as “prohibition to alienate”, this figure assures that this property will continue to serve as support for as long as the person holds the temporary visa. However, once the foreign citizen has obtained the permanent visa, he/she can request the lifting of the prohibition of alienation to sell, donate, assign or transfer the real estate in any way he/she wishes, since this prohibition will only be in force until the permanent visa is obtained.
In order to carry out the process of lifting the prohibition of alienation it will be necessary to have a “certificate of encumbrances” issued by the property registry of the city, which will later be submitted to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Human Mobility so that they, as an authorized Institution, review this request and once it is admitted, order by means of an official letter addressed to the property registrar, the lifting of such prohibition.
If you find yourself in need of selling a real estate property with a prohibition of alienation and you need legal assistance, contact Ulloa Zamora & Delgado Legal Solutions, where you will be assisted by attorney Lina Ulloa, a lawyer with a doctorate in law and specialist in immigration law and real estate.
Email: uz.asesoresecuador@gmail.com
Telephones: 0984205336, 0998672687, 4103588.
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$675 FOR RENT 2BR BA apartment. Move-in ready. Fully furnished, all utilities + 270 mbps wifi included. The condo building has a generator for ALL AREAS, private and shared areas. 24/7 security. All entrances has ramps.
Hotel Oro Verde area. $675
The apartment includes cookware, dining ware, washer, dryer. This apartment is towards the back of the building.
Palermo Building, is within walking distance to pharmacies, mini-markets, restaurants, 10 min walk to Plaza 33 and Soleil Plaza, close to the Tomebamba river.
Some of the common areas are: a steam unit, sauna, BBQ area, jacuzzi, swimming pool.
Available for showing at any time.
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If you are filing for a Temporary/Permanent visa, I offer a 100% money back guarantee. That’s right. If I don’t get you your visa, you pay nothing. My name is Isabel Mosquera. I am an Ecuadorian, who studied and lived in Canada for many years. I have been a Visa Facilitator for over 7 years and have assisted more than two hundred and fifty Expats in obtaining their Visas, Temporary and Permanent, Cedulas, Translations, Health Insurance, housing and much more. These services are available as one fee package or individually. I own a car, so transportation is always included at no extra charge. I have always gotten my clients their Visas, even under the most difficult of circumstances, such as unreadable fingerprints for FBI reports. Have you moved to Ecuador without the required documents? Don’t worry, I can help. I offer free consultations, either by telephone, email or in person. I am at the Immigration office on a very regular basis, so I am knowledgeable about all recent changes in the law and am happy to share my knowledge with you. I will be happy to provide you with references.
I look forward to serving you.
Isabel Mosquera
0999603663
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Tell your American/Canadian family & friends to visit you in Cuenca by getting their Dental Work done at a 60-80% discount in comparison to the insane costs in North America, plus always American standards at “Smilehealth Ecuador Dental Clinic”, including only the best materials and a 100% guarantee too 🦷 (send them the link to or a photo of this exact announcement)!
Whether you personally reside here in Cuenca (and still in any case for your visiting American/Canadian family & friends), you & they will at each visit receive “FREE High Speed Wi-Fi & Cold Bottled Water” at ‘Smilehealth Ecuador Dental Clinic’, for ALL types of patients’ Dental needs, as it’s our gift 💯!!
Click on the following recent CuencaHighLife (‘CHL’) article to see why “Smilehealth Ecuador Dental Clinic” is the very best Dental option for you, plus your visiting American/Canadian family & friends 🌟!!!: https://cuencahighlife.com/do-you-need-dental-work-how-about-a-vacation-you-can-have-both-with-this-dental-clinic-in-cuenca/
Adam Elliot Altholtz ("Smilehealth Ecuador Dental Clinic")
Adam Elliot Altholtz serves as the Administrator & Patient Coordinator of the “Smilehealth Ecuador Dental Clinic” in Cuenca, Ecuador, and for purposes of discussing your Dental needs or questions, is available via email at info@smilehealthecuador.com and via the Dental Clinic’s fully comprehensive and detailed website smilehealthecuador.com for you to visit at any time of day or night. Plus, you can reach Adam directly by WhatsApp at +593 98 392 9606 or by his US phone number of 1‐(941)‐227‐0114, and the Dental Clinic’s Ecuador phone number for local Expats residing in Cuenca is 07‐410‐8745. See Adam’s articles.
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This is a nice opportunity to buy and own a nice eco-lodge situated on an upper Amazon basin (950 meters over the sea), and scattered in our reserve (sanctuary of birds and butterflies), with an unbeatable view over the “Sangay” National Park, Sangay, Altares, Chimborazo Tungurahua Volcanoes, and “Pastaza and Puyo” Rivers.
The eco-lodge has 25 rooms for simple, double and triple occupancy plus 48 hectares (160 acres) of virgin rainforest, 30 Km from Puyo city, km 14 route to Pomona town, Pastaza Province, Ecuador South America.
Please see our web page: www.altosdelpastazalodge.com where you can see our videos y photo gallery that show our eco lodge and reserve
Those with a genuine interest in this Ecuador Amazon Eco-lodge and unique profit and environmental opportunity should contact for terms and price at boaltosdelpastazareservelo@gmail.com WhatsApp +593-984184069
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What an opportunity! Take advantage now of a great home on the beach in Ecuador. Fresh seafood an excellent walking beach a pool and comes completely furnished too all at a very affordable price. This house was built to North American standards. All plugs are grounded. PVC double pane insulated windows. It even comes with a beach car.
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Give the gift of Home Massage with our Christmas Gift Cards!
Why gift cards?
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Perfect for everyone
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Buy a $50 gift card
Available until: January 6th
To purchase: Send us a DM or email
Because the best gifts are experiences, not things.
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MUST SELL~ Unique “Tiger in Water” Suzhou, Chinese embroidery. This stunning handmade “Fine Quality” embroidery,is custom framed (21in x 30in) with a Certificate of Authenticity & Valuation.
Asking $750.00 or OBO.
Serious offers only .
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This season, you can make a difference just by participating in our Silent Auction! Every bid brings hope, dignity, and opportunity to the families and women we support through our community programs.
Your participation matters.
When you bid, you’re not just trying to win an amazing item—you’re helping us fund education, empowerment programs, psychological support, and dreams that deserve to come true.
Why participate?
Unique items and experiences
100% of proceeds support our foundation’s life-changing work
A simple way to give back during this season of kindness
Every bid helps a family in need
Silent Auction is now open!
Browse, bid, and support here: https://new.biddingowl.com/corazonesdeoroauction
Together, we can create lasting change.
Thank you for standing with Hearts of Gold and believing in brighter futures.
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Our focus is on customer service; we do this by:
1. Responding to your inquiries within 24 hours.
2. Providing our terms and conditions upfront.
3. Providing clarity as to the responsibilities of each party.
4. Our fees are indicated at the beginning of our communications; the only additional fees are governmental and notary service, which are market based.
5. We will provide translation services and any required power of attorney(s) forms at no additional cost to you.
6. You will be transported to any required meeting, from your apartment and back, at no additional cost to you.
7. When your documents and credentials are reviewed and approved, they will be submitted promptly, with no delays.
8. If we make a mistake, it will be at our expense, not yours.
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All foreigners who require APOSTILLE OF ECUADORIAN DOCUMENTS at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Human Mobility are informed that now the apostille process can be requested online, payment must be made at Ban Ecuador in cash and the receipt payment and the original or translated document must be delivered at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Human Mobility in the city of Azogues.
Once this process is completed, the apostille will be sent to your registered email address.
For further information, please contact Dr. Lina Ulloa Lina Ulloa or Atty. Jose Zamora at the following email addresses:
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Many insurance plans use a “network”—a limited list of doctors you’re allowed to see. The plans I provide are different. We believe your healthcare decisions should be made by you and your doctor, not by an insurance company’s list. That’s why our plans have no restrictive networks. You have the freedom to choose any licensed doctor or hospital in Ecuador.
This philosophy extends to your recovery. After a hip replacement, for instance, we don’t put arbitrary limits on physical therapy; we cover the sessions you actually need. The same goes for cardiac therapy, pulmonary therapy, and more. Your care should be determined by your health needs, not by a number in a policy.
It’s a different approach to insurance, one built on trust and true freedom of choice.
Click here to know more about us: https://cuencaexpatinsurance.com/
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🔌 Welcome Expats in Cuenca! Reliable Electrical Services with 30+ Years of Experience 🇪🇨
Moving to a new country is exciting—but finding trustworthy electrical services can be challenging.
At C&M Instalaciones Eléctricas & Electrónicas, we bring over 30 years of experience to give you safety, quality, and peace of mind.
✔️ Electrical installations & repairs
✔️ LED lighting, wiring, breakers, panels, smart lighting, and more
✔️ Professional, fast, and reliable technicians
✔️ Clear communication and transparent pricing
✔️ Solutions for homes, apartments, and businesses
If you’re settling in Cuenca and want dependable electrical support, we’re here to make everything easy and stress-free.
📍 Location: Av. de los Conquistadores y Bartolomé Ruiz, Cj. Esq. (a una cuadra de Urbano)
📞 Contact: 0998540530 / 0998368337
Let our experience work for you—enjoy Cuenca while we take care of your electrical needs.
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🎞️ **Got Old Media? We Bring It Back to Life!**
Digitize your tapes, film reels, photos & more — before they fade away. See pics for all the media types that we handle. 📼 💿 📽️
We offer the service of transferring old media! We have very cool equipment that we brought from the US for this purpose. (And decades of experience with media.)
So if you brought old films, VHS and 8MM videos, audio cassettes, photos, slides, negatives, diskettes, hard drives, memory cards, record albums, even 8-track cassettes, really just about any media source…that stuff is getting old and is at risk of degrading. We can help! We can transfer it to digital media that you can watch on your phone, tablet, laptop etc. Need to consolidate a variety of media sources and files? We can help with that too.
We are an experienced local resource at half the cost of US services. Contact us with questions or for a quote.
GranFotos Cuenca
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Free Conference: The Importance of Providing an End-of-Life Plan or Will for Expats Living in Ecuador.
Join Dr. Lina Ulloa today.
When: Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at 10:00 AM.
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As we age, the importance of planning for the end of life becomes even more critical, especially for those without close family members to rely on. In Ecuador, having a well-documented end-of-life plan, along with a valid will, ensures that your wishes are respected, your assets are distributed according to your intentions, and that your affairs are handled with care and dignity. It’s not just about financial or legal matters—it’s about peace of mind. By preparing ahead, you can avoid burdening others and create a clear path for your loved ones, even if they are not nearby. Taking these steps now means a future where your legacy is protected, and your final days are in alignment with your values.
Join us for this conference where Dr. Lina Ulloa, an expert in civil and immigration law, will explain the basic concepts of a will and an end-of-life plan and advice on how you can ensure compliance with your wishes, both regarding decisions about your healthcare and the disposition of your body after your death, as well as decisions about the assets you have in Ecuador.
This free conference will take place on December 10 at 11 a.m. in the meetings room on the sixth floor of the Acropolis building, located at Jose Peralta Ave and 12 de Abril Ave, Cuenca – Ecuador.
If you are interested in participating, send us an email and confirm your attendance!
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What happens to your donations of clothing and household items at Hogar de Esperanza? First and foremost, your donations are provided directly to individuals and families in our community who are most in need. We carefully ensure that each item reaches someone for whom it will make a meaningful difference.
Any additional items that remain after these direct donations are sold in our Esperanza Thrift Shop. All proceeds from sales at the thrift shop go directly back into supporting Hogar de Esperanza’s vital programs and services, continuing our mission to assist those facing poverty, illness, and other challenging situations.
Are you moving soon—whether across town, to another city, or perhaps returning to your home country? Do you have items left over after your moving sale or belongings you simply can’t take with you? Let us help you turn these extra items into powerful support for those in need.
We gladly accept all types of donations. You can drop off your items at the Expat Services Center, located at 9-78 Juan Montalvo, between Bolivar and Gran Colombia, Monday through Friday, from 9 AM to 4:30 PM.
We also offer convenient pick-up services for your donations. To schedule a pick-up or inquire further, please contact us—we’re here to make it easy for you to make a difference.
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Why choose Easy Visas-Cuenca – because we make the process of obtaining your temporary and permanent visas easy. Additionally, we provide services for visa transfers, citizenship, document translations and obtaining required documents from the USA.
We are dedicated to simplifying the expatriate experience for expatriates looking to relocate to Cuenca.
Our mission at Easy Visas-Cuenca is to provide unparalleled assistance and guidance to expatriates navigating the complex process of relocating to Cuenca.
We aim to streamline the visa application process, alleviate bureaucratic burdens, and offer personalized support to ensure a seamless transition for our clients.
Our commitment stems from our personal experiences, and those of others, of the challenges and uncertainties that accompany international relocation.
We focus on streamlining the visa application process, reducing the bureaucratic burdens on our clients, and offering total, professional and personalized support.
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Gentle. Resilient. Completely full of love.
At 8 years old, Daphne was abandoned on the streets because of her illness. She suffers from Cushing’s disease—a condition that requires lifelong treatment but absolutely does not diminish her capacity to love, bond, or enjoy a peaceful, happy life. Wrapped in her cozy sweater and taking her daily medication, Daphne is calm, affectionate, medium-sized, and ready to be someone’s best friend.
🐾 Rescue Is Not for the Weak of Heart
Nor is the undertaking of building Ecuador’s first modern SuperDogs Sanctuary—a safe haven designed for Cuenca’s most vulnerable dogs.
Every day, FAAN President José Gómez personally manages the care of more than 120 rescued dogs. He shows us the raw reality of animal suffering in our city: dogs abandoned, injured, starving, or abused—including dogs found eating food mixed with cut glass.
Through videos and daily rescue work, José reminds us why our mission matters and why cultural change must begin now.
❤️ A Mission Powered by Compassion
For more than 12 years, FAAN has focused on:
- Life-saving rescues
- Consistent food and medical care
- Spay/neuter initiatives
- Education to build a humane future
None of this happens without the generosity of animal lovers in Ecuador and around the world.
🏡 Daphne Needs a Hero
Daphne may not be “perfect” by the world’s standards—but to us, she’s perfect in every way that counts. If you feel drawn to help:
- Adopt Daphne and give her the loving home she deserves, or
- Become her Godparent (or sponsor any FAAN SuperDog) and help give the gift of life.
Your support transforms suffering into safety, fear into trust, and discarded lives into SuperDogs.
🐶 Be Part of the Miracle
💛 Learn about and become a partner in our new SuperDogs Sanctuary:
SuperDogsSanctuary.org
💛 Donate or sponsor a SuperDog:
https://www.faanecuador.org/donations
Together, we can build the future our dogs deserve.
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We make the visa and cedula process easy. Our services also include visa transfers, citizenship, document translations and assisting you in obtaining all required documents from the USA.
Our focus is on customer service; we do this by:
1. Responding to your inquiries within 24 hours.
2. Providing our terms and conditions upfront.
3. Providing clarity as to the responsibilities of each party.
4. Our fees are indicated at the beginning of our communications; the only additional fees are governmental and notary service, which are market based.
5. We will provide translation services and any required power of attorney(s) forms at no additional cost to you.
6. You will be transported to any required meeting, from your apartment and back, at no additional cost to you.
7. When your documents and credentials are reviewed and approved, they will be submitted promptly, with no delays.
8. If we make a mistake, it will be at our expense, not yours.
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