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Ecuador visa requirements (2026)

Of 198 passports, 152 can travel to Ecuador without arranging a visa in advance. 46 can apply online for an e-Visa and 0 need a visa from an embassy or visa centre.

Who can visit Ecuador: passports by requirement

Do I need a visa for Ecuador?

Entry requirement Choose a passport and a destination.

Popular passports

PassportRequirementStay
United States Visa-free 90 d
United Kingdom Visa-free 90 d
India e-Visa –
Philippines e-Visa –
Nigeria e-Visa –
Pakistan e-Visa –
Canada Visa-free 90 d
Australia Visa-free 90 d
China e-Visa –
Germany Visa-free 90 d

Access by passport region

Passports that enter visa-free, with a visa on arrival or an eTA.

RegionPassports
Europe 45/46
Asia 31/50
Africa 31/54
North America 21/23
South America 10/11
Oceania 14/14

Working remotely from Ecuador? The Ecuador digital nomad visa requires 3 basic salaries – about US$1,446 per month in 2026.

Passports that can enter Ecuador visa-free

152 passports

Passports eligible for Ecuador e-Visa

46 passports

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Ecuador?

It depends on your passport. 152 passports can enter Ecuador visa-free, 0 get a visa on arrival, 0 need an eTA, 46 can apply for an e-Visa online and 0 need a visa from an embassy or visa centre.

Which countries can enter Ecuador without a visa?

152 passports can enter Ecuador visa-free, including Algeria, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan and others.

Does Ecuador offer an e-Visa?

Yes. Holders of 46 passports can apply for a visa to Ecuador online.

Holding a Ecuador passport? See where the Ecuador passport can travel visa-free.

Data last updated February 2026. Rules can change at short notice and may differ by purpose of travel. Confirm with the embassy or official immigration website of Ecuador before you book.