Rentista Visa Costs

Complete budget breakdown for the Ecuador Rentista Visa. Total cost ranges from $620-$1,195 plus living expenses.

No Upfront Investment Required: Unlike the Investor visa ($46,000), Rentista only requires proving you HAVE passive income. Your money stays where it is.

Official Government Fees

Visa Application Fee

Paid when submitting application

$50

Visa Issuance Fee

Paid after approval

$270

Total Government Fees

$320

Required Service Costs

FBI Background Check

Criminal record check + apostille

$70-$175

Certified Spanish Translation

6 months statements + supporting docs

$150-$400

Income Verification Documents

Letters from banks, fees for copies

$50-$200

Photos, Copies, Misc

Passport photos, photocopies, etc.

$30-$100

Complete Budget Scenarios

Budget Route

$620

DIY everything

Government fees$320

FBI + apostille$70

Translation$150

Income docs$50

Misc$30

Balanced Route

$900

Recommended

Government fees$320

FBI + apostille$125

Translation$275

Income docs$125

Misc$55

Premium Route

$1,195

Professional help

Government fees$320

FBI + apostille$175

Translation$400

Income docs$200

Misc$100

Don't Forget These Costs

• Living expenses in Ecuador: 2-3 months at $800-$2,000/month = $1,600-$6,000
• Flights: Round-trip $400-$800
• Maintaining your income: You must continue receiving $1,840/month during entire visa period

Cost-Saving Tips

Shop translator prices: Get 3 quotes. Rates vary $10-$30/page.
Digital statements: Download from bank instead of paying for certified copies.
Get it right first time: Rejected application means re-translating documents ($200-$400).

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