🇪🇨 Ecuador · Artist Entertainer
Residencia Temporal Deportista/Artista/Gestor Cultural — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €697 |
| Minimum annual salary | €1,308 |
| Proof of savings | €4,359 |
| Minimum investment | €1,744 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Work experience | 2+ years |
| Age range | 14–65 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €298 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 24 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.gob.ec/mremh/tramites/concesion-visa-residencia-temporal-deportista-artista-gestor-cultural.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €697.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Visto de artista/atleta/entertainer = autorização temporária ligada a contrato/engajamento/evento; fonte não confere PR (rota separada). not_applicable. Programa: Deportista, artista o gestor cultural”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-22.