The chairman of Ecuador's Central Bank reported Thursday, Sept. 11, that, the country's GNP will grow by 5.2% in 2008, up from the previous estimate of 3%. Carlos Vellejo credited most of the growth to high prices of oil. The increase in agricultural revenue has also be... [More]

Despite rumors to the contrary, the laws and major policies of the Ecuadorian immigration office relating to foreigners have not changed, according to an immigration expert. "Rules and interpretations change day to day and from one director to the next, but this has always... [More]

Hit hard by higher commodity and fuel prices and the drop of the U.S. dollar, constructions prices in Ecuador and Latin America generally, have shown a sharp escalation in recent months. Most of the increase comes in the area of materials, particularly steel, concrete, electrical, plumbing and oth... [More]

If you’re 65 or older and looking for an incentive to retire in Ecuador, consider the country's benefit package to senior citizens. Unlike Panama’s pensionado program, which is aimed at foreign residents, Ecuador’s senior citizen discount program is intended to help its... [More]