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ECUADOR PERMANENT VISA

PLANS & PRICING

$299

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  • A review of the validity period of the temporary visa to confirm that the client is eligible to apply for the Permanent Residency Visa

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  • Verification of the client`s cedula to ensure that he/she can obtain an online Ecuadorian criminal checks

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  • A review of the current temporary visa and verification of compliance with the travel restrictions, confirming that the client has not exceeded 90 days per year outside Ecuador

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  • ​A  list of  documents needed for the permanent visa process, separated by task

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  • ​Guidelines to obtain the visa paperwork. This will include addresses of governmental offices as well as recommendations

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  • Updates for the visa process every 15 days

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  • ​Communication using the EcuaAssist online platform to resolve questions about the visa process

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  • Complimentary messages, up to two per week

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  • ​An appointment at EcuaAssist to review your visa paperwork

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  • Review of the visa paperwork

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  • ​Completion of the visa application form

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  • Follow up of the visa process

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  • Review of the documents needed for the "Cédula Order" request form

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  • ​Filing out the "Cédula Order" form

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  • Guidelines to obtain your cédula card, along with the address of the locations you will need to visit and  recommendations

BASIC PLAN

$699

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  • A review of the validity period of the temporary visa to confirm that the client is eligible to apply for the Permanent Residency Visa

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  • Verification of the client`s cedula to ensure that he/she can obtain an online Ecuadorian criminal check

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  • ​A review of the current temporary visa and verification of compliance with the travel restrictions, confirming that the client has not exceeded 90 days per year outside Ecuador

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  • ​A  list of  documents needed for the permanent visa process, separated by task

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  • Services to obtaining of the Ecuadorian Criminal Background Check

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  • Assistance/Interpretation to obtain a migratory movement document

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  • Guidelines for the picture required for your visa, and locations of where the photo can be obtained, based on your home address

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  • Guidelines to prove that you have the legally required financial means to stay in Ecuador

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  • Guidelines to obtain the documents needed to provide required justification for your temporary visa​

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  • Weekly updates on your visa progress

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  • ​Communication using the EcuaAssit online platform to resolve questions about the visa process

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  • ​Messages frequency [UNLIMITED]

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  • ​Appointment at EcuaAssist office to receive the visa paperwork

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  • Appointments at EcuaAssist office to inquire as to the visa process, as requested or required

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  • ​Review of the visa paperwork

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  • Compilation and organization of the paperwork for the visa application according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs guidelines

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  • Translations and notarizations, as needed

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  • ​Completion  of the visa application

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  • Scheduling of  an appointment at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

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  • ​An EcuaAssist bilingual staff member who will accompany you to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs office to facilitate the permanent visa process

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  • Assistance/Interpretation to submit any extra documentation for the visa application to the authorities in person, or via email if needed

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  • Follow up of the visa process and communication of the status with client

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  • Legal responses to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs if additional paperwork explanations or legal justification is needed at no additional cost

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  • Legal assistance to guide the client if an  interview before the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ecuador is needed

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  • **Unlimited communications with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to expedite the process if needed [Only for special emergency cases pre-approved by EcuaAssist]

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  • Payment of the government fees (although the fees must be remitted by the client, EcuaAssist will facilitate payment to government entities).

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  • Review of the documents needed to apply for your cedula card

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  • Guide to obtain the proper medical insurance, as required by law

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  • Assistance/Interpretation to obtain the medical insurance certification letter from the Health Insurance Company or IESS

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  • ​Completion of the cédula order request form

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  • Scheduling of the appointment for the cédula order at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

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  • Compilation and organize paperwork required for the cédula order according to the guidelines of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

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  • ​Assistance/Interpretation from an EcuaAssist bilingual staff member who will accompany you to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to obtain the cédula order

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  • Problem solving with the cédula order process if needed

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  • ​Scheduling of the appointment to obtain the cédula at the Civil Registry Office

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  • Assistance/Interpretation to obtain the cédula at the Civil Registry Office

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  • Review of marriage and birth certificates to be used in the cedula registration process, as needed

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  • Registration of  your education level, as required for your cedula

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  • ​Problem solving with the cédula issuance, as needed

PREMIUM PLAN

ALL GOVERNMENT FEES ARE NOT INCLUDED.  SEE THE END OF THIS DOCUMENT FOR A LIST OF CURRENT GOVERNMENT FEES.

Add-ons

Features that can be added to the Basic Plan package

$99

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MIGRATORY MOVEMENT

This is a document which details your traveling history in and out of Ecuador, showing the migratory condition you have and also that you have not exceeded the 90 day limit. This service includes assistance going to the Migratory office to obtain the migratory movement document as well as assistance in facilitating the payment of fees.

$49

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VISA SUPPORTING DOCS

Several documents may be required for you to be granted your temporary residency visa. These may include a Social security letter, bank certificate of deposits, a certificate of financial solvency, diploma, or other documents. This service includes assistance and guidance to obtain the paperwork that you will need to apply for the temporary visa.

$99

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VISA APPLICATION ASSISTANCE

A bilingual EcuaAssist staff member will accompany you to the Ministry office to submit your visa application, and help in resolving problems and answering questions as well as to see that proper payments are made.

$99

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VISA PICK UP ASSISTANCE

A bilingual EcuaAssist team member will go with you to the Ministry office to pick up your approved visa and assist you in making the required payment

$99

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CEDULA ORDER ASSISTANCE

This is the enabling document that allows a permanent residency visa holder to obtain a Cédula. This document is issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Human Mobility of Ecuador

$149

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CEDULA ISSUANCE ASSISTANCE

EcuaAssist will set up an appointment with the Civil Registry office and accompany you to get your cedula.

FAQ´s

If I have purchased the basic plan, but have decided the premium package better suits my needs, may I upgrade?

Sure, if you want to switch to the Premium plan you can do so at any time in the permanent visa process.

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If I purchased the basic plan, and would like some additional assistance, but don’t need the full services of the premium package, may I request help for specific tasks, not included in the basic plan?

Yes, if you paid for the basic plan and you do not want to upgrade to the premium plan, you can select and pay for any of the add-on services separately.

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If I stayed out of the country in excess of the 90 days permitted, may I still apply for a permanent residency visa?

Yes, it may be possible. In case that you have exceeded the time allowed out of the country, we will analyze your paperwork and give you an alternative according to the details of your case.

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If I run into legal obstacles during the residency visa application process, and I have not engaged the services of EcuaAssist, may I simply purchase the basic package and have my legal concerns addressed?

No, you would need to purchase the Premium package to have EcuaAssist review your case, so that we can engage in the process and resolve legal questions or concerns.

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Does the payment of legal fees by EcuaAssist include the cost of the fees themselves?

The payment of government fees can be a timely process which requires you to go to the bank and submit the proper payments and obtain receipts for proof for other government that your fees have been submitted.  None of our plans include government taxes or expenses, which will be collected separately. Our service is to facilitate the payment to save you time and guarantee accuracy.

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What if I do not have the health insurance which is required by Ecuador to apply for a visa.  Can you help me with this?

Yes, with the Premium service we will assist you to obtain a health insurance policy which is accepted by the governmental authorities in Ecuador.  You may also hire this service separately as an add-on service.

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What does Ecuadorian education level registration mean?

Your level of education is recorded on your cedula. Once you have provided us with the proper paperwork, certifying your high school or university degree, we will make sure this information is properly recorded on your cedula.  Many, but not all major universities are recognized by Ecuador, which has a list of accredited schools of which we an provide a list.  If this process is not completed, your cedula will indicate that you do not have a formal education which can be problematic down the road including when applying for a drivers license.

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What are the government fees for permanent visas?

  • Application fee: $50

 

  • Application fee for people more than 65 years old: $25

 

  • Permanent visa: $500

 

  • Permanent visa for  for people more than 65 years old: $250

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