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Do you need to speak Spanish in Argentina?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

While Argentina’s official language is Spanish, Argentina has enjoyed so much international migration that Arabic, Italian, German, English, and French are also spoken—at least in pockets throughout the country. There are also over one million speakers of various tribal languages, including Quecha and Guaraní. Is Argentina English friendly? English is not very widely spoken in […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Can a US citizen own property in Ecuador?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

There are no restrictions on foreign real estate investment in Ecuador. Anyone can freely buy property in Ecuador upon their arrival using only their passport as identification. The Ecuador constitution guarantees the right to buy and hold property for everyone, citizens and foreigners. Can American buy property in Ecuador? There are no restrictions on foreigners […]

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Is South America part of the USA?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The term America (or the Americas) refers to all the lands in the Western Hemisphere, comprising the continents of North America and South America. (Central America is actually part of the North American continent.) The United States of America, or U.S.A., is a country in North America. Is South America part of the United States […]

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Why is Peru underdeveloped?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Poverty in Peru has rapidly declined since the start of the 21st century, as a result of prosperity from the international market, tourism, low inflation, greater economic opportunities, and neoliberal economic policy, at one of the fastest rates in South America. Is Peru an underdeveloped country? Peru is a middle-income country facing many of the […]

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What are historical events in Bolivia?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Let’s take a look at 13 important events that have shaped Bolivian history forever. The arrival of the Tiwanaku. Inca Colonization. Spanish Colonization. The founding of Cerro Rico. Independence. War of the Confederation. The War of the Pacific. The Chaco War. What is the brief history of Bolivia? The Bolivians lived under Spanish rule for […]

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How do I renew my residency in Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Renewals. The residency permit (cédula de residencia) can be renewed up to three months before the expiry date, which will be on the cédula. To renew the residency permit, the applicant must make an appointment by telephone. It is also possible to renew the permit at one of the branches of the Banco de Costa […]

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What are the three main volcanoes in Guatemala?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

In total Guatemala is the home to 37 official volcanoes, three of them being in constant activity–Pacaya, Fuego and Santiaguito. What are the 3 most famous volcanoes? Full List Mount Vesuvius. Krakatoa. Mount St. Helens. Mount Tambora. Mauna Loa. Eyjafjallajokull. Mount Pelée. Thera. What are the names of the 3 volcanoes? There are three types […]

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Is Sao Paulo the biggest city in the world?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The Largest Cities In The World By Population Rank City Population 2020 1 Tokyo 37,393,129 2 Delhi 30,290,936 3 Shanghai 27,058,479 4 São Paulo 22,043,028 Is Sao Paulo one of the largest cities in the world? São Paulo is the largest city of Brazil and the largest city proper in the Americas and the southern […]

Filed Under: Central and South America Tagged With: Brazil, Sao Paulo

Why do Texas and Chile have the same flag?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

There is no direct relationship between the designs of the flags of Texas and Chile. The Texan flag is famously called the “Lone Star” in English and the Chilean flag has sometimes been referred to as the same in Spanish. both were created after independence from Mexico and Spain. Why is Texas and Chile flag […]

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Can foreigners work in Colombia?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The Colombia work visa is for foreigners who have a job in Colombia or have found work in Colombia.Now, the Colombia work visa is known as a migrant (M) visa of category 5 or M-5 visa. Unlike other migrant visas, this visa can be valid for duration of employment contract but no more than 3 […]

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What are table manners in Argentina?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Table manners are Continental, thus hold the fork in the left hand and the knife in the right while eating. Don’t put your knife down while eating as North Americans do. Don’t begin eating until the hostess invites you to do so. Always keep your hands visible when eating, but do not rest your elbows […]

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What is the most famous dance in Argentina and Uruguay?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Tango. Tango is a partner dance and social dance that originated in the 1880s along the Río de la Plata, the natural border between Argentina and Uruguay. It was born in the impoverished port areas of these countries, in neighborhoods which had predominantly African descendants. What is the most famous dance in Argentina? TangoTango is […]

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Does Panama have its own currency?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The Panamanian balboa (PAB) is the national currency of the Republic of Panama, which circulates alongside the U.S. dollar (USD), to which the PAB is pegged at par (1:1). Balboas are issued only in coin form and are subdivided into 100 centésimos. How much is $100 US in Panama? The balboa is the currency of […]

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Is Buenos Aires safe to live?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Buenos Aires is generally one of the safest cities to visit in South America. In the #beforetimes, Buenos Aires ranked as the third safest city in South America—and safer than Los Angeles, Mexico City, and Brussels.Buenos Aires, like most metropolises, has its fair share of petty theft and scams. Is Buenos Aires a good place […]

Filed Under: Central and South America Tagged With: Argentina, Buenos Aires

How do I get a divorce in Chile?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Request for divorce in Chile If you are located in Chile the divorce must be requested before the Family Court and may be on ground of common consent or not. In both cases, it requires the assistance of a lawyer licensed to practice law. How long does it take to get a divorce in Chile? […]

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