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Ecuador
Remote work routeTemporary residence for remote workers
Ecuador offers a remote work residence category for foreign business owners and people serving employers or clients abroad.
Sources reviewed September 14, 2026 · Expanded guide
What work is allowed?
The category is based on foreign employment, clients or a business registered outside Ecuador. [1]
The details behind the route.
- What financial evidence is required?
- Three basic salary units monthly for the preceding three months, or 36 units per year. [1]
- What about family members?
- The guidance lists an additional USD 250 monthly for each sponsored person. [1]
- What are the listed fees?
- USD 50 application and USD 270 issuance. Published reductions apply to certain applicants. [1]
- Is insurance required?
- Coverage in Ecuador for the visa period. [1]
Gather your documents.
Key items from the linked guidance. Use the authority checklist for the complete requirements. [1]
- Passport, photo and applicable criminal record certificates.
- Foreign work or business evidence and bank statements.
- Health insurance and required translations or legalization.
Take it step by step.
Use the Foreign Ministry e-VISAS link in the official instructions.
Register, select the remote work residence category and upload evidence.
Follow the payment deadline and respond to document requests.
Application guidance [1]
Open official application guidanceConfirm before committing.
- Confirm current salary units, granted duration and document validity before submission.
Keep this in mind.
Use the current basic salary unit in the calculation. Older dollar estimates do not establish today’s requirement.
Ask and verify your situation