Ecuadorian visa for Saudi Arabian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Saudi Arabian passport holders visiting Ecuador for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Saudi Arabian citizens to enter Ecuador for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Ecuador e-visa for Saudi Arabian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Ecuador visa on arrival for Saudi Arabian citizens | Not Available | |
Ecuador tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Saudi Arabian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Ecuador.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Ecuador.
If you are looking for Ecuador visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Saudi Arabia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Ecuador nearest your place of residence.
- Doha: The Embassy of in Doha, ~ 671.68 kilometers (417.36 mi) away from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 24 minutes).
- Amman: The Consulate General of in Amman, ~ 1270.22 kilometers (789.28 mi) away from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 8 hours 24 minutes).
Ecuador visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Ecuador diplomatic mission offices to Saudi Arabia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Saudi Arabia traveling to Ecuador from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Saudi Arabia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 503 | N/A |
| 2009 | 484 | -3.78% |
| 2010 | 524 | 8.26% |
| 2011 | 571 | 8.97% |
| 2012 | 636 | 11.38% |
| 2013 | 682 | 7.23% |
| 2014 | 848 | 24.34% |
| 2015 | 838 | -1.18% |
| 2016 | 785 | -6.32% |
| 2017 | 903 | 15.03% |
| 2018 | 1,268 | 40.42% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Ecuador & Saudi Arabia comparison
Ecuador's area is approximately 248,360 km2 (95,892 sq mi), while the area of Saudi Arabia is approximately 2,149,690 km2 (829,999 sq mi). This means Saudi Arabia is 8.66 times bigger than Ecuador.
As of October 2025, Ecuador's population is ~19.0 million people - 18,571,183 fewer people than the population of Saudi Arabia.
We have highlighted Ecuador & Saudi Arabia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Ecuador | Saudi Arabia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 19,010,390 | 37,581,573 | 18.6 million fewer people live in Ecuador than Saudi Arabia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 145 | 114 | Ecuador has 31 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Saudi Arabia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 53 | 39 | Ecuador passport holders can visit 14 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 110 | 127 | Ecuadorian hosts 17 fewer foreign missions than Saudi Arabia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Saudi Arabia travel to Ecuador in one year?
The number of visitors from Saudi Arabia visiting Ecuador in 2018 was approximately 1,268.
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