Temporary Residence – Rentista (Residencia Temporal de Rentista)
Temporary Residence – Rentista is a residence route in Ecuador (Medios propios). Stable lawful income (rent, dividends, interest) ≥3 SBU/month (≈US$1,446 at 2026 SBU US$482); health insurance; police record. Max 90 days abroad per year. PR possible after 21 months. Gov fees ~US$310/person.
Passive-income and financially independent residence →Requirements at a glance
You need an annual income of about CHF 13'900. You must spend about 275 days a year in the country to keep it. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 2 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 5 years.
How holders are taxed
Resident >183 days: worldwide income (to 37%); foreign income already taxed abroad generally exempt; 5% ISD exit tax on outbound transfers
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Categoría | Medios propios |
|---|---|
| Inversión | — |
| Tasas (familia) | CHF 750 |
| Ingresos / año | CHF 13'900 |
| Patrimonio | — |
| Estancia mín. | 275 |
| RP | 2 |
| Ciudadanía | 5 |
| Trabajo | no |
| Requisitos | all |
| Impuestos | Resident >183 days: worldwide income (to 37%); foreign income already taxed abroad generally exempt; 5% ISD exit tax on outbound transfers |
| A fecha de | 2026-10 |
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