Rentista Visa
Ecuador
Last updated: December 23, 2025
2 years (renewable)
$450 USD
5-7 months
Medium
About this Visa
The Rentista Visa lets you live in Ecuador for 2 years if you earn money from outside Ecuador. You can work remotely for foreign companies, run a foreign business, or live on rental income or investments. This visa is for digital nomads, remote workers, freelancers, and people with passive income from abroad. You can work for foreign clients and companies. You cannot work for Ecuadorian employers. You can open a bank account and buy property. Your family can come with you.
Key Benefits
- Work remotely for foreign companies without restrictions
- Bring spouse and children
- Get national ID card for Ecuadorian services
- Open bank account
- Buy property
- Renewable indefinitely
- Apply for permanent residency after 21 months
- Apply for citizenship after 3 years of permanent residency
- No tax on income earned outside Ecuador
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Earn at least $1,458/month from outside Ecuador
- Clean criminal record (no serious convictions)
- From eligible country (not banned)
- Can obtain 2-year health insurance
- Valid passport with 6+ months remaining
- Cannot work for Ecuadorian companies
Financial Requirement
Earn at least $1,458 USD per month from outside Ecuador. Spouse: +$250/month. Each child: +$250/month. Proof: Bank statements for 3-12 months.
Documents
- PassportValid 6+ months
- Criminal Record CheckPast 5 years, apostilled and translated to Spanish
- Birth CertificateApostilled and translated to Spanish
- Bank StatementsLast 3-12 months showing income
- Proof of Income SourceJob contract or business documents
- Lease AgreementFor rental income: showing $1,458+/month
- Health Insurance CertificateCovers full 2 years
- Proof of ResidenceWhere you will live in Ecuador
- Passport Photos2 photos, passport style
- Application FormCompleted application
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.