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Citizenship (Naturalization) Visa

Ecuador citizenship through naturalization requires 5 years of residency: 2 years as temporary resident, followed by 3 years as permanent resident. Must maintain uninterrupted residence (no more than 90 days abroad per year during permanent residency, or 180 days maximum absence per year). Requirements include: passing Spanish language proficiency test, demonstrating knowledge of Ecuador's history, geography, and constitution, and good moral character. Applicants over 65 exempt from civics test but must still prove Spanish proficiency. Marriage to Ecuadorian citizen reduces requirement to 2 years of legal residency. Ecuador permits dual citizenship without restriction.

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Processing Time

6-12 months after meeting requirements

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Cost

Administrative fees vary

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Duration

Permanent

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Path to Permanent Residence

Yes

Requirements

  • 12 years temporary residency + 3 years permanent residency
  • 2Uninterrupted residence (max 90 days abroad per year during PR)
  • 3Spanish language proficiency
  • 4Knowledge of Ecuador history, geography, constitution
  • 5Good moral character / no criminal record
  • 6Financial solvency
  • 7Naturalization speech about significance of being Ecuadorian

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