Ecuador•South AmericaInvestor Visa / Temporary Residence for Investor (Visa Inversionista)
At a Glance
Processing Time
30-90 days
Application Fee
400 USD
Stay Duration
2 years
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Visa for investors making capital investments in Ecuador. One of the world's lowest minimum investment thresholds. Path to permanent residency.
Ecuador's investor visa program has one of the lowest minimum investment requirements globally at USD $46,000 (100x the monthly minimum wage). Investment can be made through real estate, business shares, or certificates of deposit. After 2 years as an investor, applicants can transition to permanent residency.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Savings
48,200 EUR
Investment Required
46,000 USD
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Minimum 6 months validity
Proof of investment
Investment certificate, property deed, or share documents
Bank statement
Showing investment funds transferred
Proof of monthly income
Documentation of minimum USD $460 monthly income
Criminal record certificate
Police clearance from home country
Health insurance
Valid health insurance for Ecuador
Passport photos
Recent photos
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Advantages
- Very low minimum investment requirement
- Unrestricted travel in and out of country
- Fast-track to permanent residency
- Family dependents allowed
- Relatively quick processing
- No employment restrictions
Considerations
- Capital investment required
- Must maintain investment
- Administrative costs additional to visa fee
- Processing fees and legal assistance needed
Application Process
Determine investment method
Choose between property, business shares, or certificate of deposit
Complete investment
Invest minimum USD $46,000 through chosen method
Gather investment documentation
Obtain investment certificates, property deeds, or share documents
Apply at consulate
Submit investor visa application with investment proof
Medical examination
If required by immigration authorities
Visa approval
Receive investor temporary residence visa
Application Forms
Investor visa application
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