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Do Brazil passport holders need a visa to visit EC?

Q: How long can a Brazilian stay in Ecuador without a visa?

Up to 90 days within a chronological year (365 days from your first entry). This can be extended once per year for an additional 90 days, up to a maximum of 180 days total.

Q: Can I enter Ecuador with my Brazilian ID card instead of a passport?

Yes. As a South American (Mercosur/UNASUR) national, Brazilians may enter Ecuador with a valid national ID card. A passport is still recommended for air travel and smoother processing.

Q: Is Ecuador part of Schengen / do I need ETIAS?

No. Ecuador is in South America and is not part of the Schengen area. The Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply to travel to Ecuador.

Q: What happens if I overstay my 90 days in Ecuador?

Overstaying can result in fines (up to roughly one month's Ecuadorian minimum wage) and possible re-entry bans of 1-2 years. Track your days and apply for an extension before day 89 if you need longer.

Q: Can I extend my stay beyond 90 days?

Yes, once per chronological year you can apply for a 90-day extension at a Ministry of Foreign Affairs office, paying about USD 156 (one-third of the minimum wage). Apply between day 80 and 89 of your initial stay.

Brazilian ordinary passport holders do NOT need a visa to visit Ecuador for tourism. They can enter visa-free for up to 90 days within a 12-month (chronological) period, free of charge. As a fellow South American (Mercosur/UNASUR) state, Brazilians may even enter on a valid national ID card instead of a passport. Ecuador grants visa-free entry to Brazilian citizens for tourism and short visits. On arrival you receive a tourist entry stamp permitting a stay of up to 90 days within a 12-month period (counted from your first entry of that chronological year). No visa, eVisa, or fee is required for the standard 90-day stay. Ecuador is not part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. Brazil and Ecuador are both South American (Mercosur/UNASUR) members, so Brazilians may enter with a valid national identity card as an alternative to a passport, though a passport is recommended for air travel and smoother processing. If you wish to stay beyond 90 days you can apply once per chronological year for a 90-day extension at a Ministry of Foreign Affairs office, paying a fee of roughly one-third of the Ecuadorian minimum wage (about USD 156 in 2025-2026). Ecuador uses the US dollar as its official currency. Total visa-free stay cannot exceed 180 days per year, after which you must remain outside Ecuador before returning.

VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Visa-free (tourist entry stamp on arrival)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days per 12-month period

per entry

Entries

Multiple (90 days total counted per chronological year)

from issue date

Visa fee

USD 0 (no fee for standard 90-day stay)

consular fee only

Processing time

On arrival (immediate at port of entry)

standard track

Validity

90 days within a 365-day chronological year from first entry

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

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Confirm your passport (or national ID) is valid

Ensure your Brazilian passport is valid for at least 6 months on the date of entry. As a South American national you may alternatively enter on a valid Brazilian national ID card (cedula/RG), though a passport is recommended for air travel.

· Passport: 6 months validity· ID card accepted

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Book a return or onward ticket

Have a confirmed return or onward flight (or bus) ticket showing when you will leave Ecuador. Immigration officers may ask to see it on arrival.

· Return/onward ticket

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Prepare proof of accommodation and funds

Carry a hotel reservation or address of stay and evidence of sufficient funds for your trip. These may be requested at the immigration checkpoint.

· Hotel booking· Sufficient funds

/04

Travel to Ecuador

Fly into Quito (UIO) or Guayaquil (GYE), or arrive via an official land border. No visa or pre-registration is needed for the visa-free tourist channel.

· No pre-approval needed

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Receive your tourist entry stamp on arrival

At immigration you will be registered in Ecuador's national database and issued a tourist entry stamp authorizing up to 90 days. Always use official checkpoints, especially at land borders from Peru or Colombia.

· Tourist stamp· Use official checkpoints

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Track your 90-day limit (extend if needed)

The 90 days count within your chronological year (365 days from first entry). To stay longer, apply once per year for a 90-day extension between day 80 and 89 at a Ministry of Foreign Affairs office before reaching 180 total days.

· 90/365 limit· Extension before day 89

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

9 items

Personalized checklist

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Brazilian passport valid 6+ months beyond entry (or valid national ID card)

required

Return or onward ticket out of Ecuador

required

Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)

recommended

Evidence of sufficient funds for the stay

recommended

Travel/medical insurance for the trip

recommended

Track days used within the 90/365 chronological-year limit

required

For land entry from Peru/Colombia, use official immigration checkpoints

required

Galapagos: Transit Control Card (INGALA) and national park fee if visiting

optional

Yellow fever vaccination if arriving from an endemic area / for Amazon regions

optional

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist entry (visa-free 90-day stamp)USD 0No charge for the standard 90-day visa-free tourist entry

Tourist stay extension (optional, +90 days)~USD 156One-third of Ecuador's minimum wage; once per chronological year, applied between day 80-89

Galapagos national park entry fee (if visiting)USD 100-200Paid on arrival in Galapagos; varies by visitor category

Galapagos Transit Control Card (INGALA, if visiting)USD 20Required transit card for travel to the Galapagos Islands

Total estimate0 — 0incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry on arrival

Immediate at port of entry

Tourist entry stamp issued at immigration upon arrival; no application or fee required for up to 90 days.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

South American (Mercosur/UNASUR) integration

Brazil and Ecuador are both members of South American regional blocs, granting Brazilian nationals visa-free entry and the option to use a national ID card.

High

/02

General visa-free tourist policy

Ecuador admits citizens of most countries visa-free for up to 90 days, and Brazil is not on the restricted/visa-required list.

High

/03

Tourism, family visits, and short business trips

The visa-free channel covers tourism, visiting friends or relatives, and short non-remunerated business visits.

Medium

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Transit

Brazilians transiting through Ecuador also benefit from visa-free entry.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

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Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

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Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30

Brazil to Ecuador route verified

Confirmed visa-free access for Brazilian ordinary passport holders: 90 days within a 12-month chronological year, no fee, national ID card accepted. Verified against Ecuador visa policy, UK FCDO immigration guidance, and Ecuadorian legal/tourist sources.

/09 — The questions