Ecuador remains the top destination for North American retirees in 2026 due to its unique combination of affordable high-quality healthcare, a diverse climate, and a legal framework that welcomes foreign investment. With the 2026 residency requirements now fully updated, navigating the visa process requires expert legal guidance to ensure a seamless transition.

FINES: Another change inside this law is that the fines are not as expensive as before. For example, a tourist that had overstayed their...

On August 21, 2018, the “Organic Law of Productive Development” was published in the Official Register, which introduced new adjustments...

APO (Aislamiento preventivo Obligatorio) is a Mandatory Preventive Isolation for all those coming back to Ecuador during the COVID-19...

Mediante acuerdo interministerial número 00006, publicado en el Registro Oficial el lunes 13 de Abril del 2020, documento en el que el...

This is a comprehensive list of the current requirements in 2020 needed for those foreigners seeking to obtain a Residency Visa in...

Underage children in Ecuador, whether they are Ecuadorian or residents will need a notarized authorization if traveling with just one...

Is cash in danger of extinction? Unlikely. At least in the short term - and in most countries - but it is increasingly common to perform...

The Ministry of Tourism issued the Regulation of Accommodation in Real Estate for use in tourism [1]. The Ministerial Agreement seeks to...

If you are you planning to move to Ecuador?, here is a summary of the requirements of the most common types of TEMPORARY RESIDENCY VISAS...