The “Permiso de Salida” or “permission to exit the country” is a document that was previously required in order to leave Ecuador. This document was issued by the national police and was required for both residents and citizens of Ecuador. Jason and I went to the Subjefatura de Migracion in [...]

The “Censo” or “Certificado de Empadronamiento” is a document that needs to be renewed each year for residents of Ecuador. Your first experience with the “Censo” will most likely be associated with your resident visa process because this document is a requirement for the “Cedula” (national I.D. card). The Censo [...]

I checked with a few sources today and found out that a police report is necessary for each person wanting to apply for an Ecuador Residency Visa. To get this police check, go to your local police station or state highway patrol and request them to run a back ground [...]