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Ecuador visa requirements for Israeli citizens

Israeli citizens do not need a visa for Ecuador. Show your passport at the border and stay up to 90 days.

Passport

ISR

Israel

Going to

ECU

Ecuador

No visa needed

Tourists outside Ecuador's visa-required list can visit without a visa.

Visa
Not required
Max stay
90 days (3 months)
Valid for
365 days
Fee
Free
Last updated
11 November 2026

What to do

  1. Check your passport is valid for the whole stay, ideally six months beyond it.

  2. Carry proof of onward travel and of funds; border officers can ask for both.

  3. Note the maximum stay and count your days in Ecuador.

Ways into Ecuador

Your nationality decides whether you need a visa before travel.

  • Visa not required90-day visa-free stayTourists outside Ecuador's visa-required list can visit without a visa.
    Stay
    90 days
    Valid for
    365 days
    Fee
    Free

    How to apply

    1. Show your travel document at an official border checkpoint.
    2. Answer the officer's questions and complete entry registration.

    Documents required

    • Passport valid 180 days
    • Accepted South American ID, if eligible
    • Interview
    • The 90-day limit runs within 365 days from first entry.
    • You cannot take a job; another 90 days needs approval and payment.
    Official page
  • Visa not requiredSouth American tourist stayEligible South American tourists can stay for up to 180 days.
    Stay
    180 days
    Valid for
    365 days
    Fee
    Free

    How to apply

    1. Show your passport or accepted ID at the border.
    2. Answer the officer's questions and complete entry registration.

    Documents required

    • Valid passport or accepted national ID
    • Interview
    • The 180-day limit runs within 365 days from first entry.
    • Venezuelans still need a visa.
    Official page
  • eVisaOnline visa applicationUse eVISAS to apply online for a visitor or residence visa.
    Fee
    Fees depend on your chosen visa
    Processing
    60 days

    How to apply

    1. Create an account with your email and passport details.
    2. Choose your visa and upload its required documents.
    3. Pay the application fee on the day you apply.
    4. Check for document requests or interview updates.
    5. After approval, pay the visa fee and download it.
    • Apply at least 30 days early; this does not guarantee approval in time.
    • Answer requests to fix your application within 10 working days.
    Official page
  • eVisaTourist visa extensionPeople with a tourist visa can ask for 90 more days.
    Stay
    90 days
    Valid for
    90 days
    Fee
    US$80

    How to apply

    1. Sign in to eVISAS and choose the tourist extension.
    2. Upload documents and proof your current stay is legal.
    3. Pay the application fee on the day you apply.
    4. Follow updates and pay the fee after approval.

    Documents required

    • Passport valid 180 days
    • Colour photo: 5×5 cm, white background
    • Photo JPG, maximum 1 MB
    • Police records if over 18
    • Translated, officially certified police records
    • Proof of money from legal sources
    • Proof your current stay is legal
    • Only 1 extension is allowed, and approval is required.
    • Visa-free tourists use a separate extension process.
    Official page
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Embassies for this trip

For lost passports and emergencies.

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  • Embassy

    Embassy of Israel in Ecuador

    Av. La Coruña E25-58 y San Ignacio

    embassies.gov.il

Coming from Israel

  • Plugs A BAdapter needed
  • MoneyUSD $
  • Time−8h
  • DrivingOn the rightSame as home
  • LanguageSpanish
  • Emergency911 police

Planning your Ecuador trip

  • Quito and CuencaBoth Andean cities are World Heritage Sites. Quito has historic colonial buildings.
  • Galapagos IslandsThese islands are a World Heritage Site known for wildlife.
  • Cotopaxi and ChimborazoCotopaxi is a high active volcano. Chimborazo is Ecuador's highest peak.
  • Loma AltaThis cloud forest covers 2,428 hectares.
Read the full Ecuador guide

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About Ecuador

Ecuador is a republic on the Pacific coast of South America, crossed by the equator and Andes.

Capital
Quito
Money
United States dollar ($)
Languages
Spanish
Time zone
2 time zones
Cars drive on the
right side
Calling code
+593
Read the Ecuador guide

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Easier trips nearby

Places close to Ecuador with simpler entry for you.

ArgentinaVisa not required90 days
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BrazilVisa not required90 days
ChileVisa not required90 days
ColombiaVisa not required 
ParaguayVisa not required90 days
PeruVisa not required90 days
SurinameVisa not required90 days

Questions

Do israeli citizens need a visa for Ecuador?

Israeli citizens do not need a visa for Ecuador. Show your passport at the border and stay up to 90 days.

How long can israeli citizens stay in Ecuador?

Up to 90 days each visit with the no visa needed rule. Staying longer can mean a fine or a ban from coming back.

Do ecuadorian citizens need a visa for Israel?

Ecuadorian citizens need an eTA, a short online form, before flying to Israel.

Do other Asia passports get easier entry to Ecuador?

Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bhutan Brunei, and 5 more can enter without applying before they travel.

Which countries near Ecuador are easier for israeli citizens?

Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile Colombia, and 3 more let israeli citizens in without applying before travel.

What should I carry to Ecuador?

Check your passport is valid for the whole stay, ideally six months beyond it. Carry proof of onward travel and of funds; border officers can ask for both.

What money is used in Ecuador?

United States dollar ($). Carry some cash for arrival, especially if a visa fee is paid at the border.

What language do people speak in Ecuador?

Spanish.

How strong is the Israel passport?

It ranks #20 and reaches 139 destinations without applying ahead.

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