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Everything You Need To Know About Ecuador Visa

ecuador-visa-image British nationals do not need a visa to visit Ecuador for tourist and business purposes if the traveler is staying inside the country for less than 90 days on a 12-month period.

However, if the traveler wishes to stay more, it is very much necessary to obtain a visa to enter Ecuador.

Depending on the purpose and nature of the traveler’s visit, authorities in Ecuador have classified their visas into several types. Please find below the various types of visas offered by Ecuador to foreign nationals.

Ecuador tourist visa

All foreign nationals who wish to visit Ecuador for a period more than 90 days on a 12-month period exclusively for tourist purposes can apply for a tourist visa.

In order to obtain an Ecuador tourist visa, foreign nationals should submit the below-mentioned documents.

The original, signed UK passport of the UK national should be submitted. While submitting the passport, foreign nationals should make sure that it has at least six months validity and a single blank page for markings.
The applicant should submit two passport-sized photographs. It should be noted that these photographs should be taken within the last six months, and in the photograph, the foreign national should maintain a neutral facial expression.
It is necessary to submit the full version of the itinerary or onward and return flight tickets to obtain an Ecuador tourist visa.
An employment letter issued by the traveler’s UK employer should be submitted. This letter addressed to the Ecuador High Commission should state that a leave has been granted to the traveler. The letter should also guarantee that the traveler will return to work after completing the Ecuador trip. If the traveler is self-employed, he or she can submit the copy of business license or tax return. Retired people who wish to visit Ecuador for tourism-related activities can submit proof of retirement funds.
In order to get an Ecuador tourist visa, it is necessary to submit copy of recent HIV result certificate obtained within the last three months.
In order to substantiate the financial capability of the traveler, it is necessary to submit the bank statements of the past three months. Please note that the bank statements should be submitted in original, as Ecuador authorities will not accept online bank statements.
It is necessary to submit a police report from the applicant’s local police station in the United Kingdom.
The visa application form of the applicant should be submitted without any errors. If you find any difficulties while filling the visa application form, you can seek the help of Visa Genie, and we will be glad to assist you.

Note: Please note that all the documents mentioned above should be translated into Spanish by an authorized translator.

Tips to take care while traveling with minors

If a minor is traveling to Ecuador, it is necessary to submit the below mentioned documents.

Birth certificate of the minor traveler.
Copies of parents’ passports.
Special power of authorization letter should be submitted if one of the parent is not staying in the country.

Ecuador business visa

Business visas are issued to foreign nationals who wish to visit Ecuador exclusively for business activities. If the foreign national is staying inside Ecuador for less than 90 days in a 12-month period, then there is no need to obtain a visa.

Please find below the required documents that should be submitted to obtain an Ecuador business visa.

The passport of the foreign national should be submitted, and it should have a validity of six months and one blank page. If the validity of the passport is less than six months, please make sure that you are renewing it before submitting the application.
Two passport-sized photographs taken within the last six months should be submitted. These photographs should be taken in a white background, and it should provide the full-frontal view of the head with the face centered in the middle.
The foreign nationals should submit onward and return tickets. Applicants can also submit the full version of the itinerary to get an Ecuador business visa.
It is necessary to submit the copy of HIV test result taken within the last three months.
The traveler should submit the bank statements taken within the last three months to prove the financial health of the traveler.
All foreign nationals planning to visit Ecuador should submit an employment letter issued by the UK employer. This employment letter should be addressed to the Ecuador High Commission. The letter written on the company’s official letterhead should assure that the foreign national will return to the current job after completing the Ecuador trip. Self-employed travelers can submit copy of business license or tax return. If the traveler is retired, he or she can submit proof of retirement funds.
Foreign nationals who want to obtain an Ecuador business visa should submit a police certificate from the local police station.
The visa application form to obtain an Ecuador business visa should be completed without any errors.

Ecuador student visa

Foreign nationals planning to study in Ecuador can apply for a student visa.

In order to get these visas, foreign nationals should submit all the documents mentioned below.

The passport which is valid for at least six months should be submitted. This passport should also have sufficient blank pages for markings.
Two passport-sized photographs of the applicant should be submitted.
The foreign national should submit the bank statements to prove the financial capability.
It is necessary to submit the certificate of criminal record. Please make sure that this certificate of criminal record issued from authorities where the traveler has resided in the past five years.
The applicant should submit all documents and certificates that make him or her eligible for higher studies in Ecuador.
It is necessary to submit the migration certificate.
It is also necessary to submit the regular immigration status.
The visa application form should be completed without any errors.

Note: Please make sure that all these documents mentioned above should be translated into Spanish by a translator.

Ecuador transit visa

A foreign national should meet the below-mentioned criteria to stay in Ecuador while transiting to a different destination.

The applicant should hold a passport during the journey.
The passport of the applicant should be valid for six months, and it should have two blank pages.
The applicant should hold proof of sufficient funds.
It is necessary to hold proof of onward/return flight tickets.
It is necessary to hold visa for the next destination.
The applicant should confirm with the airline company that boarding will be permitted without a visa.

Ecuador work visa

All foreign nationals who wish to work inside Ecuador should obtain a work visa.

Please find below the necessary documents that are necessary to obtain an Ecuador work visa.

The legal passport of the foreign national should be submitted, and it should have a validity of six months, along with two blank pages.
It is necessary to submit two passport-sized photographs of the applicant. Please make sure that these photographs are taken within the last six months in a white background.
The foreign national should submit last three months bank statement to substantiate the proof of sufficient funds.
The applicant should submit an employment letter from the traveler’s UK employer. This letter should detail that leave has been granted to the traveler, and he or she will return to work after completing the trip to Ecuador.
It is necessary to submit the employment permit issued by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security in Ecuador.
The applicant should submit a criminal record certificate.
Certificate of migration should be submitted.
Regular Immigration status of the applicant should be submitted.
The foreign national should make sure that the visa application form is completed properly. If you need any assistance, you can contact Visa Genie.

Note: Please make sure that all the documents mentioned above should be translated into Spanish.

Ecuador research/internship visa

In order to get an Ecuador research/internship visa, foreign nationals should submit the below-mentioned documents.

It is necessary to submit the passport of the applicant which has a validity of six months and two blank pages.
Two passport-sized photographs taken within the last six months in a white background should be submitted.
It is necessary to submit last three months’ bank statement as a livelihood proof.
The applicant should submit a permit for foreign workers. Please make sure that this permit is issued by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security in Ecuador.
The work contract or work promise should be submitted, and it should be issued by the contracting company in Ecuador. Please make sure that this work contract is verified by the Notary.
A certificate of criminal record should be submitted.
Documents proving migratory movement and immigration status should be submitted.
An approval from the Ecuador government that authorizes the operation of the foreign national should be submitted.
The visa application form to obtain a research visa should be completed.
All these documents should be translated to Spanish.