Ecuador

moving to ecuador and the galapagos
moving to ecuador for the culture
moving to ecuador for nature and the outdoors

Why Ecuador?

If hot weather in other parts of Central and South America gives you pause, consider Ecuador, the "land of eternal spring." The low cost of living in the Andean nation has Americans immigrating there in droves, especially to Quito, Cuenca, Guayaquil, and coastal towns. Ecuador is rated tops for women, LGBTQIA+, and retirees alike. Ecuadorians definitely have no fears of fighting back against their flawed democracy with strikes and protests. Abortion, guns, and marijuana are all partially legal.

The downsides for some expats are the over-abundance of stray street dogs, bugs, and bureaucracy, and the unreliability of health insurance and infrastructure. The upsides are stunning natural landscapes and biodiversity (including the Galapagos Islands!) and the warm and friendly Ecuadorian people.

Latest Posts About Ecuador

The Expatsi Report | Q2 2022

September 22nd, 2022|

Welcome to the very first Expatsi Report! This quarterly report will track why people want to leave the U.S., what they're looking for, what they have to spend, and more. See the images above, [...]

  • where gay marriage is legal
  • gay rights laws
  • gay rights infographic

Where is gay marriage legal?

July 10th, 2022|

Updated August 17, 2025 Since the current Supreme Court overturn of Roe v. Wade, and specifically based on Clarence Thomas's opinion in the decision, many Americans are looking to a future without some of the [...]

Get your Ecuador relocation plan quickly and easily!

We've partnered with EcuaAssist to offer relocation services in Ecuador. From residency visas to scouting trips and housing, Ecuador's premier immigration team have you coveredBook a consultation with them to get started.

Ecuador at a Glance

Cost-Of-Living:
Bottom 33%

Ranks Highly For:
Women

Ranks Highly For:
LGBTQIA

Ranks Highly For:
Retiring

Healthcare Ranking:
Bottom 50%

Infrastructure Ranking:
Top 50%

Government Style:
Flawed Democracy

Mostly Legal:
Gay Marriage, Handguns, Pot

Should you move to Ecuador?

Take the Expatsi Test to find out if Ecuador is right for you!