Posts tagged: General legal essentials

Ecuador's Defensoría del Pueblo: Your Guide to Resolving Public Service Issues as an Expat

Navigate public service challenges in Ecuador. Learn how the Defensoría del Pueblo protects expat rights against administrative issues, maladministration, and d

Ecuadorian Contracts: Your Essential Legal Guide for Foreign Residents

Navigate Ecuadorian contract law with confidence. This guide explains legal capacity, consent, object, cause, and common expat contracts like rentals & property

Ecuador Tax Return: Do You File with Foreign Income? (Expat Guide)

Discover if you need to file an Ecuadorian tax return with only foreign income. Learn about tax residency, worldwide income, SRI obligations, and deductions.

Ecuador Surrogacy for Foreigners: How to Secure Birth Certificates & Citizenship

Navigating Ecuadorian law for surrogacy & assisted reproduction as a foreigner. Understand legal hurdles, the judicial process, and citizenship for your child.

Ecuador Statute of Limitations: Your Expat Guide to Prescripción Extintiva & Protecting Rights

Understand Ecuador's statute of limitations (prescripción extintiva) for expats. Learn time limits for debt, injury, contracts, property & labor claims in Ecuad

Ecuador Property Owner Liability: Avoid Injury Lawsuits & Legal Pitfalls

Understand your liability for accidents on your Ecuadorian property. Learn about Civil Code articles, IESS, local ordinances, and how to prevent costly lawsuits