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title: Ecuador visa for citizens of Argentina
description: Citizens of Argentina can visit Ecuador without a visa for up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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# Ecuador visa for citizens of Argentina

Citizens of Argentina can visit Ecuador without a visa for up to 90 days.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-free
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** May be requested at border (e.g. $300–$500 cash or card).

## How to apply

1. **Travel to Ecuador** — No pre-arrival visa procedure needed; simply travel with valid passport or ID card.
2. **Complete entry form (if required)** — Some land border crossings may require a simple entry form; airline check-in may ask for destination details.
3. **Present passport/ID at immigration** — Show passport (or Argentine DNI) and onward ticket to immigration officer upon arrival.
4. **Receive entry stamp** — Immigration will stamp passport/ID granting up to 90 days stay.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond entry.
- **National ID card (Argentine DNI)** (Identity, optional): Accepted in lieu of passport under Mercosur agreement.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Ecuador within 90 days.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): May be requested at immigration; amount not strictly defined.

## Good to know

- Visa-free stay limited to 90 days per year unless otherwise specified under Mercosur residency agreement.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.
- **Criminal background check failure (if applying for Mercosur residency)** — For long-term stay under Mercosur, a clean background check is required; consult Ecuadorian embassy.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Argentina need a visa for Ecuador?

Citizens of Argentina can visit Ecuador without a visa for up to 90 days.

### How long can citizens of Argentina stay in Ecuador?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

### What documents do citizens of Argentina need for Ecuador?

Valid passport; Return or onward ticket; National ID card (Argentine DNI); Proof of sufficient funds.

### How long must my passport be valid for Ecuador?

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Ecuador visa for every passport](/visa/ecuador)
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