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Ecuador

Rentista / Professional Visa

🎉 Zero Tax
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Income req.

$1,375/mo

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Est. monthly cost

~$831

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Visa duration

24 months ↺

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Visa cost

$475

📄 Visa Details

Income requirement
$1,375/mo
Visa cost
$475
Duration
24 months (renewable)
Path to residency
✅ Yes
Family friendly
✅ Yes
Processing time
1-3 months

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Last verified: 2026-03-23

💸 Tax Reality

🎉 Zero tax on foreign income

Territorial tax system. Foreign-sourced income not taxed. Only Ecuador-sourced income taxable.

🌍 Life in Ecuador

🌐 Internet

42 Mbps · Weak

🔒 Safety

Low (37.5/100)

🏥 Healthcare

Excellent (77.1/100)

🗣️ English

Low

❄️ January avg.

22°C (72°F)

☀️ July avg.

22°C (72°F)

🕐 Timezone

GMT-5

👥 Nomad community

Medium

🌡️ Climate zone

Tropical

Cost of Living Index: 30 — full data on Numbeo →

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