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🇪🇨 Ecuador

Student Visa (12-V)

Ecuador's Student Visa (12-V) is for international students enrolled in recognized Ecuadorian educational institutions for courses lasting at least 6 consecutive months. Includes family members (spouse and children). Requires proof of enrollment, financial solvency to cover living expenses, and health insurance. Short-term study (under 90 days) possible on tourist visa; semester students may receive extended tourist visa for up to 180 days. Academic year or longer requires Student Visa. All documents must be translated to Spanish and notarized.

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Processing Time

2-3 months; start 4 months before departure

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Cost

$50 application + $100 visa (varies by nationality)

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Duration

Duration of study program

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Work Rights

Limited; primarily for study

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Renewability

Renewable for continued study

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Path to Permanent Residence

No

Requirements

  • 1Valid passport (6+ months validity)
  • 2Enrollment certificate from recognized Ecuadorian institution
  • 3Course duration of at least 6 consecutive months
  • 4Proof of financial solvency (bank statement or sponsor letter)
  • 5Health insurance covering Ecuador
  • 6Apostilled criminal background check
  • 7All documents translated to Spanish

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