Ecuador Retirement Visa
If you receive at least $1,446/month in pension income, you can become an Ecuador resident in as little as 4–6 months. No age requirement. No language test. Just the right documents, filed in the right order.
Total service fee $600 — start today with a $300 retainer. The remaining $300 is only due after your visa is approved.
Key Requirements
Steady Income
Documented monthly pension or retirement income of at least $1,446 USD. Social Security, military, corporate, and government pensions all qualify. Couples can combine income.
Background Check
FBI and state criminal record checks from your country of origin, apostilled and translated into Spanish. Must be valid within 180 days on arrival.
Health Coverage
National or international health policy valid in Ecuador for the visa period. We recommend getting covered before you apply.
Every month you wait is a month you could already be living here.
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 Residency
A structured path to your new life in Ecuador.
Expert Consultation
We review your pension documents and timeline before any paperwork starts, so you never waste money on a visa you don't qualify for.
Document Procurement
We give you the exact templates and order list: passport, photos, FBI check, state check, pension letter, and health insurance.
Apostille & Legal Translation
We coordinate certified Spanish translation and Ecuadorian notarization of your apostilled documents.
Submission & Finalization
We submit your application to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and walk you through receiving your visa and Ecuadorian 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 Start Your New Chapter?
You have the income. You have the passport. The only thing missing is the filing order. Pay the $300 retainer now — total service fee $600 — and we'll build your exact document checklist before the weekend.
Retirement Visa FAQ
Yes. Your spouse is added as a dependent. You will need to show sufficient income and provide an apostilled marriage certificate.
Most clients go from first call to cédula in hand in 4–6 months. The Retirement Visa is typically faster than the Professional Visa because there is no SENESCYT step.
During the 2-year temporary visa, avoid absences longer than 90 consecutive days and keep total absences under 18 months out of 24. After permanent residency (eligible at 21 months), the rules relax significantly.