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Ecuador's Independent Means Visas

The Independent Means Visa in Ecuador (also known as the Retirement Visa or Pensioner's Visa) offers residency to qualified individuals who can demonstrate a stable passive income from foreign sources.

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Ecuador - Independent Means Visas

Discover the Independent Means Visa in Ecuador

The Independent Means Visa program in Ecuador provides a pathway to residency for individuals with stable foreign-sourced passive income. This program is designed to attract retirees, digital nomads, and other individuals looking to establish residency in a country with a high quality of life and affordable living costs.

Valor da renda mínima

$800 per month

Países com isenção de visto

95

Meses para o visto

2-3 months

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A Snapshot of the Independent Means Visa in Ecuador

A pathway to residency for qualified individuals with passive income in Ecuador

Requisitos de elegibilidade

Individuals with passive income from a foreign source

Restrições do ancestral da âncora

Meses para a cidadania

Duração do visto

2-year temporary residency

Meses para o visto

2-3 months

Requisito de presença física

None

Disponibilidade

Alta

Bolsa Família

Cônjuge e filhos

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Benefits of Independent Means Visa in Ecuador

The program offers numerous advantages for individuals looking to establish their presence in Ecuador's vibrant and welcoming environment.

  • Path to permanent residency after 21 months
  • Access to Ecuador's healthcare system
  • Freedom to work in Ecuador

How to Apply for the Independent Means Visa in Ecuador

Submit application at the Ecuadorian consulate in your country of residence or within Ecuador

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Requirements for Ecuador's Independent Means Visa

To qualify for the Independent Means Visa, applicants must meet specific criteria demonstrating their stable passive income.

  • Prove a monthly passive income of at least $800 from foreign sources
  • Demonstrate that the income is stable and regular
  • Provide an additional $100 per month for each dependent
  • Have a clean criminal record
  • Obtain health insurance coverage

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Documents Needed for Ecuador's Independent Means Visas

Completed visa application form

Valid Passport

Proof of passive income

Certificados de habilitação da polícia

Proof of health insurance coverage

Birth Certificate

Certidão de casamento

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FAQs about Ecuador's Independent Means Visas

How long does it take to process an Independent Means Visa application?

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Can I include my family members in my Independent Means Visa application?

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What types of income qualify as passive income?

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How often do I need to renew my residency permit?

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Can Independent Means Visa holders apply for Ecuadorian citizenship?

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Why Ecuador

Ecuador offers a high quality of life, affordable living costs, and a welcoming environment for foreign residents.

Benefícios:

  • Low cost of living
  • Year-round spring-like climate
  • Diverse landscapes from beaches to mountains

Vantagens:

  • Use of US dollar as official currency
  • Rich culture and history
  • Strategic location in South America

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