EcuadorPermits short-term stays of up to 180 days for business, commercial, cultural, administrative, or technical activities in Ecuador.
EcuadorTemporary residence for spouses, de facto partners, minor children, parents, or second-degree relatives of Ecuadorian citizens or foreign permanent residents, with $250/month additional income per dependent.
EcuadorTemporary residence for foreign professionals hired by Ecuadorian entities to develop activities in sports, arts, science, technology, innovation, or cultural management.
EcuadorTemporary residence for crew members and personnel of special, commercial, or industrial vessels entering Ecuadorian ports.
EcuadorTwo-year residence for remote workers with foreign-source income of at least USD 1,446/month (3x Ecuador's 2026 SBU). Renewable once.
EcuadorVisa for accredited diplomatic, consular, or international organization agents performing official functions in Ecuador on permanent or temporary missions.
EcuadorTemporary residence for foreign nationals accepted into Ecuadorian educational institutions from basic education through graduate-level programs, including language studies.
EcuadorPermanent residency visa for relatives within second degree of consanguinity or affinity of Ecuadorian or permanently resident foreigners.
EcuadorTemporary residence for foreign nationals investing at least $48,200 in Ecuadorian real estate, bank certificates of deposit, or productive/commercial enterprises.
EcuadorTemporary residence for citizens of Mercosur member states (Argentina, Brazil, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay) allowing them to live, work, and do business in Ecuador.
EcuadorEcuadorIndefinite residence granted after holding a temporary residence visa for at least 21 consecutive months within a two-year period, with full work rights and path to citizenship.
EcuadorGranted to foreign nationals married to an Ecuadorian citizen or permanent resident, or in a registered unión de hecho (de facto union).
EcuadorTemporary residence for holders of a four-year university degree or higher, allowing freelance or independent professional practice in Ecuador with a minimum income of $482/month.
EcuadorA temporary residency visa for individuals with recognized university degrees or technical/artisan qualifications.
EcuadorTemporary residence for foreign nationals conducting religious activities, missionary work, or religious volunteering organized by a recognized religious assembly or organization in Ecuador.
EcuadorTemporary residence for individuals with stable independent income of at least $1,446/month from sources outside Ecuador such as rental properties, dividends, or investments.
EcuadorTemporary residence for retirees and pensioners with guaranteed lifetime income of at least $1,446/month from pensions, Social Security, or retirement accounts.
EcuadorTemporary residence for specialists in scientific research, academic, or technological activities hired by public or private Ecuadorian institutions.
EcuadorExtended tourism visa granting up to 180 additional days of stay beyond the standard 90, available once every five years.
EcuadorAllows foreign nationals to visit Ecuador for tourism for up to 90 days, issued automatically upon entry or via e-Visa for restricted nationalities.
EcuadorThis visa is mandatory for nationals of 45 specific countries (including China, India, Iran, and others) transiting through Ecuador, even if remaining within the airport transit area.
EcuadorTemporary residence for foreign nationals volunteering altruistically through a registered Ecuadorian NGO or nonprofit, including English teaching; paid work is not permitted.
EcuadorEmployer-sponsored temporary residence visa for foreign nationals employed by an Ecuadorian company with a registered labor contract and IESS contributions.
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