Technician Visa (10-V)
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 730 days
- Processing time
- 60 days
- Fee
- $50 application fee + $270 visa fee
- Validity
- 2 years, renewable
- Entry
- Multiple entry
For technical experts who have signed a contract with an Ecuadorian employer. Similar requirements to Professional Visa but for technical rather than degree-level positions.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
For technical experts performing specialized technical work
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Employment
Must have contract with Ecuadorian employer for technical work
Required status: Valid technical employment contract
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Police clearance
Validity months: 60
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Ecuador Technician Visa Application (10-V); Form url: https://serviciosdigitales.cancilleria.gob.ec
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Professional license
Accepted licenses: Technical certifications, licenses, or proof of technical expertise; Must be translated: Yes
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Work contract
Provide a signed job offer, contract or assignment letter showing the role, dates and employer.
Must be notarized: No; Must be translated: No
How to apply
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Online application
Submit application through e-Visa portal
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Document gathering
Collect technical certifications, employment contract, police clearance
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Fee payment
Pay $50 application fee
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Document submission
Upload documents via e-Visa portal
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Processing wait
Wait for processing
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Visa collection
Receive visa approval