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Ecuador visa for French citizens
Entry requirement
French citizens do not need a visa for Ecuador: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at cancilleria.gob.ec
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Ecuadorian citizens travelling to France
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Travel advice for Ecuador
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all but essential travel to parts of the country
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from France to Ecuador, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Ecuador at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 17 August 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all but essential travel to parts of Ecuador (updated 1 November 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Ecuador (updated 13 October 2026).
Good to know
How long French citizens can stay in Ecuador
French citizens may stay in Ecuador for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Ecuador.
Ecuador’s neighbours for French citizens
Peru and Colombia admit French citizens visa-free.
Ecuadorian citizens travelling to France
Ecuadorian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to France.
Frequently asked questions
Do French citizens need a visa for Ecuador?
French citizens do not need a visa for Ecuador: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can French citizens stay in Ecuador?
French citizens can stay in Ecuador for up to 90 days.
Do Ecuadorian citizens need a visa for France?
Ecuadorian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to France.
Can French citizens enter Ecuador visa-free?
Yes, French citizens can enter Ecuador without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.