Retirement Visa
Valid for two years, the Retirement Visa can be renewed multiple times for all visa types—no restrictions or time limits for traveling in and out of Ecuador.
Individuals are eligible when they receive a guaranteed pension of $1,425 from sources such as Social Security, pensions, 401(k), or IRA investments. Additionally, rental income from a property owned outright provides eligibility for a Pensionado Visa, another Visa type.
How Much Does a Retirement Visa Cost?
Gringo Visas charges an all-inclusive fee of $1,500 for all Temporary Visas. Adding one dependent costs $1,400. Adding a child under 18 years old costs $600.
Fees include:
Government filing
Translation of Ecuadorian notarizations for all documents
Cedula ID government fee and processing
Immigration movement records and forms
Power of attorney
Gringo Visas service fee
All documents must be apostille. You can secure and apostille your documents. Alternatively, Gringo Visas offers apostille for an additional fee.
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Able to legally work in Ecuador, if desired
Apply for an Ecuadorian cedula (Ecuadorian ID)
Sign up for government insurance (IESS)
Open checking and saving accounts with banks and cooperatives
After 65 years old, you qualify for discounts on many services, including tax refunds (IVA)
Add dependants (spouse and children)
Ship household possessions duty-free to Ecuador
Path to Citizenship
Allowed to open a business in the country
Qualify for a permanent Visa if you have not left Ecuador for more than 90 days in total during the 21 months
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Below is a list of requirements for the Retirement Visa. Gringo Visas will send you a complete list of required documents, instructions and forms:
Passport valid for a minimum of twelve months
Income of $1,475 per month
Verification Letter proving a guaranteed pension
Employment income does not qualify
FBI background check
State police report
Ecuadorian health insurance
No minimum age requirement
For dependants
$250 per month required for each dependant
Marriage license required for spouse
Birth certificate required for children
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Start the process ideally one year before relocation
Recommended minimum six months before relocation
Processing time to receive documents from US apostles: up to twelve weeks
Processing time in Ecuadorian immigration office: four to six weeks
Ready to Get Started?
Follow the Instructions in the Free Retirement Visa Guide
Quick Facts About Ecuadorian Visas
Temporary Visa
No travel restrictions
Can be obtained multiple times
First step to a Permanent Visa
Permanent Visa
While holding a Temporary Visa:
Apply for a Permanent Visa after 21 months
Can’t leave the country for more than 90 days during 21 months
Last-Minute Move?
Gringo Visas can help you obtain all required documents from our US and Ecuador offices.
Already in Ecuador?
No need to go back to the US! You can get fingerprints in any city.