Ecuador•South AmericaRentista Visa / Passive Income Visa (Visa de Rentista)
At a Glance
Processing Time
60-90 days
Application Fee
270 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 individuals with passive investment income (dividends, rental income, annuities). Can be used as digital nomad visa for remote workers with foreign income.
The Rentista visa is for individuals with passive income from investments, rental properties, annuities, or similar sources. While primarily for those with investment income, it has become popular as a digital nomad visa for remote workers earning from foreign employers or clients, as this can qualify as passive income.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
17,352 USD
per year
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Minimum 6 months validity
Bank statements
6 months showing minimum USD $1,350 monthly deposits
Investment documentation
Investment account statements, rental agreements, annuity documents
Income source documentation
Letters from investment firms, landlords, or pension providers
Health insurance
Valid policy covering Ecuador for visa period
Criminal record certificate
Police clearance from home country
Passport photos
Recent photos
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Advantages
- Renewable indefinitely
- No employer sponsorship needed
- Family dependents allowed
- Can work remotely
- Fast-track to permanent residency
- Multiple income source options
- Unrestricted travel
Considerations
- Requires minimum monthly income
- Must maintain income levels
- Must prove passive income nature
- Health insurance required
- Processing time can be lengthy
Application Process
Calculate qualifying income
Ensure minimum USD $1,350 monthly passive investment income
Gather income documentation
Collect 6 months of bank statements showing regular deposits
Document income sources
Provide investment statements, rental agreements, or pension documentation
Arrange health insurance
Obtain health insurance valid in Ecuador for visa period
Apply at consulate
Submit rentista visa application with income documentation
Visa approval
Receive rentista temporary residence visa
Application Forms
Rentista visa application
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