Ecuador Guide: Telephone & Internet

For most people arriving in a new country, keeping connected with a phone or mobile is a high priority. Be careful about using roaming with your foreign mobile - it can get very expensive quickly! Our guide is packed with information on telecom providers, tariffs and tips on saving money on international calls.

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  Telephone costs and essentials

  Staying connected in Ecuador

  Ecuador has an advanced telecommunications network with widespread Internet and mobile phone signal, so you shouldn’t have any trouble staying connected.

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  Setting up a fixed-line phone

  Worthwhile for long-term residents

  The main fixed-line providers in Ecuador are Claro and the state provider CNT. Both offer competitive deals, but installation can be a hassle as not all homes are equipped with a landline.

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  Mobile phones in Ecuador

  What are your options?

  Many people find it cheaper and easier to do away with landlines and stick with a mobile. Providing you’re not calling long-distance, costs are low and you don’t have any of the hassle involved with installations or, if using pay-as-you-go, long-term contracts.

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  Internet options

  Getting online in Ecuador

  The Internet is widely available in Ecuador, and home connections are relatively easy to set up. There are quite a few service providers, all of whom who offer a bewildering array of plans and prices.

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