Ecuador Permanent Residency Visa
Convert 21+ months of temporary residency into indefinite permanent residency in Ecuador. No renewal required. No income re-verification. True long-term stability.
Total service fee $600 — start today with a $300 retainer. The remaining $300 is only due after your visa is approved.
Key Requirements
21+ Months Residency
At least 21 months of continuous temporary residency in Ecuador immediately before applying. The application must be submitted before your current temporary visa expires.
Ecuador Background Check
Certificate of criminal record from Ecuador (antecedentes penales del Ecuador). This is required only for applicants aged 18 and older.
Proof of Original Visa
Documentation showing the basis for your original temporary residency — professional, retirement, rentista, investor, or other qualifying category.
Every month you wait is a month you could already be permanent.
The biggest delay we see isn't immigration — it's applicants who overthink the document list. Pay the $300 retainer today (total service fee $600) and we'll send you a personalized checklist within 24 hours. The remaining $300 is only due after your visa is approved.
Your Journey to Permanent Residency
A structured path to indefinite residency in Ecuador.
Expert Consultation
We review your temporary residency timeline and confirm you meet the 21-month requirement before any paperwork starts.
Document Procurement
We give you the exact templates and order list: passport, photos, Ecuador criminal record, proof of original visa, and lawful means of life documentation.
Application Preparation
We complete the online application and ensure all documents are correctly formatted for the e-VISAS portal.
Submission & Finalization
We submit your application to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and walk you through receiving your permanent residency visa and updated cédula.
The EcuaPass Service Package
More than just a filing service — we provide end-to-end relocation support.
- Document review & preparation
- Apostille guidance
- Certified Spanish translation coordination
- Cédula (ID card) appointment support
- Banking & health insurance introduction
- Direct WhatsApp communication
- Application tracking & follow-up
Ready to Make It Permanent?
You have the time served. You have the documents. The only thing missing is the filing order. Pay the $300 retainer now — total service fee $600 — and we'll build your exact application before the weekend.
Permanent Residency FAQ
You can apply after 21 months of continuous temporary residency in Ecuador. The application must be submitted before your current temporary visa expires.
You need a criminal record certificate from Ecuador (antecedentes penales del Ecuador). This is only required for applicants 18 and older.
Yes. Permanent residency applications can be submitted through an Ecuadorian consulate abroad or through the e-VISAS portal if you are in Ecuador with regular migratory status.
You must submit your permanent residency application before your current temporary visa expires. Start gathering documents at least 2-3 months in advance.
Permanent residency is indefinite. It does not expire and does not require renewal of income documentation.