Visitor & short-stay visas
Ecuadorian Transit visitor visa
A short transit visa for nationals of specified countries passing through Ecuadorian territory on their way to another destination.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
Duration (30 days), the two-entry allowance, the advance-application window and the sufficient-funds threshold (one Basic Unified Salary) should be confirmed against the current official trámite page; the list of eligible nationalities changes.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Ecuador government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Visa de visitante temporal de transeúnte
- Route type
- Transit visa
- Duration
- Up to 30 days
- Reported as normally one entry, up to two entries within the same 30-day period.
- Cost
- USD 50 application + USD 30 visa fee
- Passport validity
- At least 6 months
Who it is for
- Nationals of listed countries who need to transit through Ecuador en route to a third country
- Applicants must apply from outside Ecuador
Requirements
- Passport valid for at least 6 months
- Proof of sufficient funds (reported as at least one Basic Unified Salary)
- Transport ticket supporting the transit (air / land / sea)
- Application submitted in advance of travel
How to apply
- Apply online through the e-VISAS platform (serviciosdigitales.cancilleria.gob.ec) from outside Ecuador
- Upload scanned documents and pay the fees within the payment window
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.
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