Bank Statement for the Ecuador Retirement Visa

Ecuador's retirement visa (visa de jubilado) requires proof of a stable lifetime pension — set as a multiple of Ecuador's basic salary, historically around USD 1,350 or three times the basic wage per month. The pension certification does the legal work, while bank statements showing the deposits arriving make the file credible. Here is how to prepare both.

Key Benefits

• Corroborates pension certification with months of matching deposits
• Documents additional amounts required for accompanying dependents
• Provides apostille-ready evidence for the Ecuadorian consulate
• Supports the later transition to permanent residency

How It Works

1. Step 1: Obtain your pension letter certifying lifetime monthly payments, apostilled and translated
2. Step 2: Download 6 to 12 months of statements showing the pension credits
3. Step 3: Convert them to Excel with Bank Statement Converter and mark each pension deposit
4. Step 4: File through the consulate or in-country with your attorney

Frequently Asked Questions

How much pension income does Ecuador require?

The requirement is tied to Ecuador's unified basic salary — commonly cited as three times the basic monthly wage, with add-ons per dependent. The basic salary adjusts annually, so verify the current figure.

Does Social Security qualify?

Yes. US Social Security, national pensions, and lifetime annuities all qualify with proper certification and an apostille.

Can savings substitute for pension income?

Not on the jubilado visa — it is income-based. Applicants relying on savings typically use Ecuador's investor visa with a qualifying deposit or property instead.

When can I get permanent residency?

After holding temporary residency for the qualifying period (generally 21 months), you can apply for permanent residency while keeping the same income evidence on file.

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