Ecuador
Passports
Passport valid for
at least six months required by all, except holders of nationals identification cards issued by Bolivia, Chile, Colombia and Peru.Note
Passports must be carried at all times.Visas
Required only by:
(a) nationals of Algeria, Bangladesh, China (PR), Costa Rica, Cuba, Guatemala, Honduras, India, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Korea (Dem Rep), Korea (Rep), Lebanon, Libya, Nigeria, Pakistan, Palestinian Authority Area, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Syrian Arab Republic, Taiwan (China), Tunisia, Vietnam and Yemen;
(b) 1. all nationals wishing to remain in Ecuador for more than three months.
Note: (a) Nationals listed above also require a visa even when in transit, unless continuing their journey to a third country by the same or first connecting flight or within 48 hours, provided holding confirmed onward tickets and not leaving the airport. As this list may change at short notice, visitors to Ecuador are advised to check with the nearest Consulate before traveling. (b) Those with visas must register with the Ministry of Government and the Director General of Migration in Ecuador within 30 days of their entry.Types of visa and cost
Visas are issued free of charge to nationals of Colombia, Germany, Spain, Paraguay and the USA. Cultural exchange visas are issued free of charge. Tourist: US$52 Business: US$263 Validity
Tourist, transit and business visas are valid for up to six months; Student and cultural exchange visas are valid for one year (a student visa is renewable).Application to
Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy); see Passport/Visa Information.Application requirements
(a) Completed application form. (b) Two passport-size photos. (c) Valid passport. (d) Fee. (e) Return ticket. (f) Proof of economic solvency; for instance, the applicant's last three bank statements. Tourist: (a)-(f) and, (g) Letter of invitation from an Ecuadorian resident or proof of hotel reservation. Business: (a)-(f) and, (g) Letter from applicant’s firm and sponsoring company. Student: (a)-(e) and, (f) Certificate of the course registration in Ecuador. (g) Certificate of financial solvency (eg a bank deposit with a letter stating the intention of the bank to pay the student 10 per cent of that amount per month) or a document signed by a relative stating that the student is supported by a family member. Cultural Exchange: (a)-(e), and (f) Application from the Ecuadorian authority sponsoring the student/teacher with a copy of the agreement under which the program is carried out and, for teachers, a signed document stating that they will not receive any Ecuadorian funds for their work.Note
A measles vaccination certificate is required by all nationals traveling from Colombia, Germany, Italy and Venezuela and must be shown on arrival.Working days required
Applications must be made in person (an appointment is necessary) and a visa is usually issued on the same day.Temporary residence
Persons wishing to stay longer than six months should apply to the Consulate for details.
No Test Required
US$25.
Embassy of the Republic of Ecuador in the UK
Flat 3B, Hans Crescent, London SW1X 0LS, UK
Tel: (020) 7584 2648.
Website: www.ecuador.embassyhomepage.com
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0930-1300Embassy of the Republic of Ecuador in the USA
2535 15th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20009, USA
Tel: (202) 234 7200 or 7166 (Consulate).
Website: www.ecuador.org
Travelers are advised against travel to the northern border area including the provinces of Sucumbios and Orellana. Armed groups are active in these areas and there is a risk of kidnapping and crime.
Travelers should be aware of the risks of crime in all areas and take sensible precautions at all times. Visitors should be particularly vigilant in poorer urban areas, after dark and on public transport. It is recommended not to travel alone.
On 21 March 2006, a State of Emergency was declared in the provinces of Imbabura, Cotopaxi, Chimborazo and Cañar, as well as in two northern districts of the province of Pichincha. The States of Emergency were called in response to widespread public protests across Ecuador. Street demonstrations, protests and strikes are commonplace in Ecuador, and sometimes turn violent. Visitors should take care to avoid any area in which large crowds are gathering.
The threat from terrorism is low, but you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice: British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: (0845) 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.ukUS Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel
