FAQ
Common questions.
What income do I need for the Ecuador digital nomad visa?
Foreign income of at least 3 Unified Basic Salaries a month for the 3 months before applying, or 36 Unified Basic Salaries in a year. The page gives no dollar value.
How long can I stay on the Ecuador digital nomad visa?
Up to 2 years. The page quotes the law saying temporary residence can be renewed once.
How much does the Ecuador digital nomad visa cost?
USD 50 to apply plus USD 270 when the visa is granted, USD 320 in total. Half price for people aged 65 or more.
Who can apply for the Ecuador digital nomad visa?
Open to citizens of any other country. Foreign people who own a company or work for people or companies based abroad, and do their work remotely or online from Ecuador.
Can I bring my family?
The holder can cover other people by showing an extra USD 250 a month in income for each person.
How do I apply?
Online only, on the e-VISAS platform of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Human Mobility.
Sources
- Ecuador: Temporary residence visa for remote work (Nomad Visa) (gob.ec)
- Ecuador: how to apply (serviciosdigitales.cancilleria.gob.ec)
General information, not legal advice. Last checked 11 Oct 2026.