In Ecuador equal treatment is given to local and foreign investors, so across the board you receive the same rights of entry as Ecuadorian citizens. Almost all sectors are open to investors, and profits and capital can be repatriated without restriction.

• Foreigners have the same legal rights to own property anywhere in Ecuador.

• You do not need to have any special visa to purchase property in Ecuador; the Tourist Visa that you purchase upon entrance is all you need to invest in real estate. Make sure you know how long your tourist visa is valid for – click here for additional visa information.

• Investing in real estate, be it a house, an apartment of land, opens the door to getting a resident visa, allowing you to enter and leave the country  just as a local does.

Do your research by actually coming to Ecuador and scoping out any property you want to invest in. Ask around regarding the area, and find a realiable lawyer who has specific experience in helping foreigners purchase real estate.