Ecuador is one of the most attractive options in all of South America for investors looking to relocate temporarily or permanently. Not only is it a dollarized country but it is also a country with wonderful landscapes, a unique and diverse gastronomy, and friendly people. It also has one of the lowest investment amounts to […]

Ecuador is widely regarded as one of the best places to choose to retire. It has one of the most organized migration systems in the region, and every year updates and improvements are generated around the migration policies it manages. The newest change expands the electronic process to include online visa applications, further positioning Ecuador […]

If you have a remote job with a contract, Ecuador’s “Digital Nomad Visa” is now an attractive option.Neil Olsen, the Minister of Tourism, proposed that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs create a ‘Nomad Visa’ in 2021. There were some teething issues, but this visa type has now become a viable option. M PROS - No […]

Editor's note: This article has been contributed by our friend, Ian. Whilst this guide specifically focuses on how to extend your tourist visa in Cuenca, it's a very similar process if applying at other migration offices around Ecuador. You can download the extension application form. Ian originally submitted this article in 2021, it has been […]

It feels like we're still catching our breath from Ecuador's 2021 visa updates. President Guillermo Lasso made numerous changes to Ecuador’s visa requirements in 2022. The new President Daniel Noboa is yet to make any substantive changes.  The last updates received before Daniel Noboa became official president were:1. April 2023: Update on consular prices (new, […]

Ecuador is one of the easiest countries to obtain a long-term visa. There are multiple pathways to residency and the investment is relatively low. After reading this guide you should have all the Ecuador visa information you need to decide whether Ecuador is a viable long-term option for you. You may even have 2 or […]

Ecuador provides several visa options for expats wanting to stay in the country for more than 6 months. The most popular options for obtaining temporary residency in Ecuador are ‘Investor Visa’, ‘Retirement/Pensioner Visa’, ‘Professional Visa’, 'Rentista Visa' and ‘Dependant Visa’.  Each of these visas has its own requirements and bureaucratic processes. Our article on Ecuador's […]

Homeowners insurance (or home & contents insurance) is available in Ecuador. But, it's likely to be a little different from what you're used to. This insurance market is still immature in Ecuador, with many locals preferring to protect their homes with other means rather than take out an insurance policy. We've spoken with Carlos from […]

2021 was a year of massive change for our family. We welcomed our newest son, Billy, into the family & one month earlier we finalized the acquisition of our 1st business in Ecuador. We’ve spent a lot of time adjusting to these changes but we’re super grateful for the lessons we’ve learned along the way.  […]

One of the key considerations of expats moving to Ecuador is health insurance and the quality of healthcare. And, rightly so. This can be especially true for those coming from the US where the price of healthcare continues to soar, making it unaffordable for many retirees to continue to live there.  This guide provides all […]