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Ecuador visa requirements for Canadian citizens

Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Ecuador?

Canadian citizens do not need a tourist visa to travel to Ecuador in 2024. Canadian passport holders can stay in Ecuador for a short period, up to 90 days. Please review the information below to ensure a smooth and safe trip.

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Updated: 11/03/2024.

Entry requirements

visa free

Duration of stay

90 days

Purpose of travel

Tourism

Passport validity for travel to Ecuador

Passport must be valid for 6 months on arrival.

Is it safe to travel to Ecuador?

Ecuador has a current risk level of 3.30 (out of 5). We advise to use some caution when travelling to Ecuador. The safety index is derived from travel advisories issued by independent 6 sources.

Safety index is provided by www.travel-advisory.info: 11/03/2024.

Ecuador customs rules

Duty-free allowance

Tobacco limit

Restricted to travellers 18 years and over. All of the following:

  • 20 packs of cigarettes;
  • 25 cigars;
  • and 1 pound of tobacco.

Bringing alcohol

  • Restricted to travellers 18 years and over;
  • 3 litres of alcohol.

Cash limit

  • There are no restrictions on the import of currency, however amounts exceeding US$10,000 must be declared.

Other Goods

  • 300mL perfume per person, or 600mL perfume total per family group.
  • Personal goods such as clothing, jewellery, toiletries, books, sporting equipment, electronics, and toys.
  • Medications should be accompanied by a prescription.
  • Gifts and personal effects up to a value of US$2000.
Find more information on the customs regulations of Ecuador page.

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