Ecuador digital nomad visa
Rentista Remote Work Visa (Visa Nomada) (Visa de Residencia Temporal Rentista para Trabajo Remoto) · Americas
Ecuador offers the Rentista Remote Work Visa (Visa Nomada) for remote workers and digital nomads. The minimum income requirement is USD 1,446/month (3x the 2026 basic salary), the visa is valid for Up to 2 years (once (4 years max temporary residence)), and the government fee is USD 50 application + USD 270 issuance. Foreign-source income generally untaxed; tax residency at 183+ days affects local-source income. Yes. +USD 250/month per dependent. These figures are a dated snapshot — verify on the official government source before applying.
Source: Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores (gob.ec). Data as of June 2026.
Ecuador nomad visa at a glance
| Item | Ecuador |
|---|---|
| Minimum income | USD 1,446/month (3x the 2026 basic salary) |
| Visa duration | Up to 2 years |
| Renewable | Once (4 years max temporary residence) |
| Government fee | USD 50 application + USD 270 issuance |
| Tax for nomads | Foreign-source income generally untaxed; tax residency at 183+ days affects local-source income |
| Processing time | 100% online; ~2-4 months (reported) |
| Family / dependents | Yes. +USD 250/month per dependent |
Source: Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores (gob.ec). Data as of June 2026.
Income requirement
USD 1,446/month (3x the 2026 basic salary). 3x Unified Basic Salary (2026 SBU = USD 482), averaged over the last 3 months. Ecuador uses USD.
Requirements & eligibility
Passport valid 6+ mo; proof of remote work for a foreign employer/client/own foreign business; bank statements (3 months); apostilled + translated criminal record; health insurance covering Ecuador.
Tax for digital nomads in Ecuador
Foreign-source income generally untaxed; tax residency at 183+ days affects local-source income.
Tax is the single most variable part of nomad life. Whether you owe tax in Ecuador depends on how long you stay (most countries treat 183+ days as tax residency), where your income arises, your citizenship, and any double-tax treaty with your home country. This is general information, not tax advice — confirm with Ecuador's tax authority and a cross-border tax professional.
Family & dependents
Yes. +USD 250/month per dependent.
Processing time
100% online; ~2-4 months (reported).
Data quality for Ecuador
Verified against an official government source. Verified against the official Ecuador source. Figures are a snapshot as of June 2026; income thresholds in particular change (several are tied to local minimum or average wages and recalculated yearly). See our methodology.
Frequently asked questions
What is the income requirement for the Ecuador digital nomad visa?
The Ecuador Rentista Remote Work Visa (Visa Nomada) requires USD 1,446/month (3x the 2026 basic salary). 3x Unified Basic Salary (2026 SBU = USD 482), averaged over the last 3 months. Ecuador uses USD. Figures are as of June 2026 and can change, so verify on the official government source.
How long is the Ecuador digital nomad visa valid, and can I renew it?
The initial validity is Up to 2 years. Once (4 years max temporary residence).
How much does the Ecuador digital nomad visa cost?
The government fee is USD 50 application + USD 270 issuance. This excludes lawyer, translation, apostille and insurance costs, which vary.
Do digital nomads pay tax in Ecuador?
Foreign-source income generally untaxed; tax residency at 183+ days affects local-source income. This is general information, not tax advice — verify with Ecuador's tax authority and your home country, because your liability depends on tax residency and where your income arises.
Can my family join me on the Ecuador nomad visa?
Yes. +USD 250/month per dependent
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Last updated: 2026-06-20