Expat Abroad · Ecuador

Living in Ecuador.

2 practical guides for Americans living in Ecuador, grouped by topic. Each one lists the official sources it is based on.

Ecuador

Arrival and immigration

Arrival and immigration · 6 min read

Entering Ecuador on a US passport: visitor stays and overstays

How long US citizens can stay in Ecuador as tourists, how the 90-day extension works and what it costs, overstay risks, and when to apply for residence.

Ecuador

Visas and residency

Visas and residency · 7 min read

Moving to Ecuador from the US: which visa or residence route fits

How the jubilado, rentista, digital nomad and investor temporary residence visas compare for US citizens, with the income tests and where to apply.