How safe is Ecuador for a foreigner to live in?

Question

I am considering applying for a teaching job in Ecuador, but am a bit concerned about the safety situation since I have not been there before.

I would appreciate input from people with recent experience living/ working in this country.

-Thanks

Answer 1

Amaia is right....and if I were you i'd stick to the big cities like Quito, Guayaquil, and Cuenca. Manta might not be to safe right now since the U.S occupies a base there and the Ecuadorian Prez is trying to get rid of us.

Here's a site: http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw...

Hope it helps.

GOOD LUCK and wish you the best....thanks for doing your part :)

Answer 2

A good friend of mine emigrated there in '98. He lives outside Quito where there is a sizable community of ex-patriates. He loves it there and has no problems.

Answer 3

well.. in general you have to be somewhat careful at nightime.

Do not get an expensive luxurious car.

Do not carry gold jewelrly with you.

Having said that. you will be fine.