Student visa · Bahrain to Ecuador

Student Visa (12-V)

Embassy required

Maximum stay
365 days
Processing time
30-60 days
Fee
$50 application fee + $100 visa fee
Validity
Duration of study program (minimum 6 months)
Entry
Multiple entry

Required for students studying in Ecuador for an academic or calendar year (6+ months). For semester programs (under 180 days), students can use a tourist visa with extension. Colombian, Spanish, and Paraguayan citizens pay reduced fees due to bilateral agreements ($30 visa fee instead of $100).

Eligibility

  • Purpose of visit

    For full-time study at a recognized Ecuadorian educational institution for programs lasting 6+ consecutive months

    Includes
    • University studies
    • language programs
    • vocational training
  • Financial

    Must demonstrate financial capacity to cover tuition and living expenses through bank deposits, family support letters, or scholarship documentation

    Minimum funds: 10% of bank deposit forwarded monthly to student, or documented family/scholarship support

  • Criminal record

    Must have clean criminal record with apostilled police clearance

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6

  • Photo

    Count: 2; Specifications: Passport-size color photos with white background

  • Bank statement

    Minimum balance: Proof of financial solvency to cover living expenses; Months required: 6

  • Admission letter

    Must be notarized: No; Must be original: Yes; Must show program dates: Yes

  • Police clearance

    Validity months: 6

  • Application form

    Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

    Form name: Ecuador Student Visa Application Form (12-V); Form url: https://serviciosdigitales.cancilleria.gob.ec

  • Proof of enrollment

    Provide proof of enrolment or admission from the school, university or training provider.

    Must be current: Yes; Must be original: Yes

How to apply

  1. Document gathering

    Obtain admission letter from Ecuadorian institution, police clearance with apostille, proof of financial support, and passport photos

  2. Online application

    Submit application through Ecuador e-Visa portal

  3. Fee payment

    Pay $50 application fee online

  4. Document submission

    Upload all supporting documents through the portal

  5. Processing wait

    Wait for application review and approval

  6. Visa collection

    Receive student visa approval notification

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This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.

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