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11 Things to Know Before Moving to Cuenca, Ecuador
Cuenca is Ecuador's third largest city, but still has a small-city feeling. Expats share 11 things they wish they had known before moving to Cuenca from packing sunscreen to being aware of gringo gouging.

2023 Expat Guide to Living in Cuenca
Expats, digital nomads & retirees talk about what it's like living in Cuenca.

Talk with other digital nomads and expats in Cuenca on our Cuenca forum - meet people, get advice and help others.

Expats offer insight into the cost of living in Cuenca.
Member Reports about Culture Shock in Cuenca
Member Reports about Living In Cuenca
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Retire in Cuenca Guide
If Cuenca is on your retirement radar, our detailed Retire in Cuenca Guide is your go-to resource. Delve into the crucial aspects of life here, including living costs, climate, housing options, healthcare services, and residency procedures. We also explore the city''s social dynamics, volunteering scenes, transportation, and how walkable its neighborhoods are.
7 Tips for Living in Cuenca
Advice for people moving to Cuenca or thinking about moving there.
Pros & Cons of Living in Cuenca
Planning a potential move to Cuenca? Delve into this comprehensive article, which delves into the various pros and cons of calling Cuenca home.
Tips for Expats Driving in Cuenca
Driving in a new country can be daunting. These tips offer insight into what to expect when driving in Cuenca.
Cost of Living in Cuenca
If you're moving to Cuenca, understanding the the cost of living in Cuenca helps you know what to expect when it comes to apartment or house hunting, grocery shopping, transportation, dining out, utilities and more.
Health Care in Cuenca
Learn about the health system in Cuenca: how it can and cannot be used by expats, nomads, retirees and others moving to and living in Cuenca.
Discover the Best of Cuenca
Discover the charm of Cuenca with our guide to the city's top attractions, culinary hotspots, and vibrant nightlife. From outdoor adventures to cultural experiences, we'll also help you find the best recreational activities to enjoy, and offer advice on making lasting connections with the friendly locals.
8 Tips for Living in Cuenca, Ecuador
Many expats in Cuenca, Ecuador love the city's climate, friendly people and low cost of living. Other expats find that this developing city's bland food, dirty streets and noisy neighborhoods are too much to take.
An Expat Exchange member talks about healthcare services, hospitals and health insurance in Cuenca.

An expat in Cuenca talks about Ecuador's mandatory health insurance requirement, Moscosa Hospital and the cost and availability of prescription medicines.

An expat in Cuenca, Ecuador offers insight on his health care experiences there. A considerable amount information is shared about hospitals, costs, alternative therapies and more are convered.

An expat in Cuenca, Ecuador talks about the great care he received at Santa Ines Hospital, the low cost of high quality healthcare in Ecuador and the availability of most common prescription medicines (usually available without a prescription).

An expat in Cuenca describes healthcare throughout Ecuador and advises expat retirees to carefully consider proximity to quality emergency healthcare when choosing where to live in Ecuador. He cautions that many cities in Ecuador don't have good quality emergency care.
Member Reports about Moving to Cuenca
Questions & Answers:
- What should I pack when moving to Cuenca?
- Where should I setup a bank account in Cuenca?
- Will I be able to find a job in Cuenca?
- What is life like as an expat in your area?
- What do expats in Cuenca appreciate most about the local culture?
- What do expats find most challenging?
- Is there a lot of crime in Cuenca?
- Is there a lot of diversity? Are people in Cuenca accepting of differences?
- What are the schools in Cuenca like?
- How are healthcare services in Cuenca?
- What are medical services in Cuenca like?
- Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in Cuenca?
- What are emergency services like in Cuenca?
- Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
- Are common prescription medications available in Cuenca?
- How are local medical facilities in Cuenca?
- As a foreigner living in Cuenca, will I have access to public healthcare? What is it like?
- What have your experiences during the pandemic with the local healthcare system been like?