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Ecuador Rentista Visa (no dedicated nomad visa): Application Process

Step by step through the Ecuador Rentista Visa (no dedicated nomad visa) application, from first document to approval.

Verified Aug 2026 · Ecuador's Ley Orgánica de Movilidad Humana (Article 60) and 2026 SBU-based income thresholds

Apply at an Ecuadorian consulate in your home country, or in some cases from within Ecuador if you're already there on valid status — confirm which route applies to your specific situation directly, since this can vary.
Submit income proof and standard documentation.
Government fees run around $320, consistent across Ecuador's residency visa categories. If you already hold an older visa granted under a prior, lower SBU-based threshold, renewal treatment has reportedly varied — some holders are renewed at their original figure, others are asked to meet the current year's requirement. Confirm which applies to your specific case rather than assume.

Before you apply

Most routes on this page require proof of health coverage. Compare insurers before you submit anything.

This is informational, not advice. Visa, tax, and immigration rules change, and a general guide can't account for your specific situation. Before you act on anything here, confirm current details with the relevant embassy, consulate, or a licensed immigration or tax professional. See our editorial policy for how we verify what we publish.

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