Ecuador
Ecuador visa and entry requirements for US, UK, Canadian, Australian, NZ and Irish citizens
US, UK, Canadian, Australian, New Zealand and Irish citizens can enter Ecuador visa‑free for up to 90 days; if you need a longer stay, apply for a visa before travel.
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Key facts
- Visa‑free staycheck
- 90 days for US, UK, CA, AU, NZ, IE citizens
- Passport validitycheck
- At least 6 months on arrival
- Electronic travel authorisationcheck
- Not required
Quick answer
All listed nationals may travel to Ecuador without a visa for tourism, business or transit, staying up to 90 days per visit. No electronic travel authorisation (eTA) is needed. Extend the stay up to 180 days by applying to the Ecuadorian consulate before departure.
Details
Entry is granted at any international airport (Quito, Guayaquil, Cuenca) or land border. Present a passport valid for at least six months, a return or onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds (approximately US$100 per day).
If you plan to work, study, volunteer or stay longer than 90 days, you must obtain the appropriate visa (tourist, business, student, etc.) from an Ecuadorian diplomatic mission before travel.
There is no electronic travel authorisation system for Ecuador; the visa‑free rule applies automatically at passport control.
| Nationality | Visa‑free stay | Extension possible? |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 90 days | Yes, up to 180 days (pre‑approval) |
| United Kingdom | 90 days | Yes |
| Canada | 90 days | Yes |
| Australia | 90 days | Yes |
| New Zealand | 90 days | Yes |
| Ireland | 90 days | Yes |
All entries require a passport valid 6 months beyond the intended stay.
Important notes
- If you arrive via the Galápagos Islands, a separate Galápagos Transit Control Card (US$100) is required; it is not a visa.
- Travelers with a criminal record or previous immigration violations may be denied entry even if visa‑free.
- Health entry requirements (e.g., yellow‑fever vaccination) apply only if arriving from a risk country.
Questions people ask
Do US, UK, Canadian, Australian, NZ and Irish citizens need a visa for Ecuador?
No. All these nationals can enter visa‑free for up to 90 days for tourism or business.
How long can I stay in Ecuador without a visa?
Up to 90 days per visit; you may apply for an extension to 180 days before travel.
Do I need an electronic travel authorisation before flying to Ecuador?
No. Ecuador does not require an eTA; entry is granted on passport control.
What passport validity is required?
Your passport must be valid for at least six months on the day you enter Ecuador.
Can I work or study on a visa‑free stay?
No. Working or studying requires a specific visa obtained from an Ecuadorian consulate before you travel.
Verify with the official source
Draft, not field-verified
- officialU.S. Department of State – Ecuador travel
- officialUK Foreign Travel Advice – Ecuador
- officialGovernment of Canada – Travel advice and advisories – Ecuador
- officialAustralian Government – Smartraveller – Ecuador
- officialNew Zealand – SafeTravel – Ecuador
- officialIrish Department of Foreign Affairs – Ecuador
Deep dive
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Sources
- officialU.S. Department of State – Ecuador travel
- officialUK Foreign Travel Advice – Ecuador
- officialGovernment of Canada – Travel advice and advisories – Ecuador
- officialAustralian Government – Smartraveller – Ecuador
- officialNew Zealand – SafeTravel – Ecuador
- officialIrish Department of Foreign Affairs – Ecuador
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