Citizens from the Nordic and Baltic countries travelling to Ecuador for tourism, business, studies, or any other purpose, do not require a visa unless they expect to stay in Ecuador for more than 90 days. The only travel requirements are: Valid passport Authorities may require the return air ticket Proof of economic means to support himself during the permanence in Ecuador (may be asked by Immigration Authorities) Nationals from Afghanistan, Algeria, Bangladesh, China, D.P.R. of Korea, Cuba, Guatemala, Honduras, Costa ... read more

Foreigners planning to stay in Ecuador for more than 90 days and up to 180 days need to apply for a tourist visa 12-IX, which can be extended 6 more months in Ecuador. This visa is also necessary for foreigners who will get married in Ecuador. The following documents must be presented: Application letter with the purpose of the visit and the resident address of the applicant Valid passport Medical certificate 3 photographs 230 US dollars (200 visa, 30 application form) Two ways flight ticket Nationals of other countr ... read more

Immigrant visas granted to... 10-I Retired persons who receive pensions from their native countries. 10-II Real estate and securities investors who bring capital the equivalent of at least 350 minimum monthly general salaries (S.M.V.) to Ecuador. 10-III Investors in industry who wish to export agricultural products, livestock, or mined materials, provided they bring capital the equivalent of at least 600 minimum monthly general salaries to Ecuador. 10-IV Companies with foreign local agents who possess unlimited power of ... read more