South African visa for Ecuadorian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Ecuadorian passport holders visiting South Africa for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Ecuadorian citizens to enter South Africa for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | South Africa e-visa for Ecuadorian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | South Africa visa on arrival for Ecuadorian citizens | Not Available | |
South Africa tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Ecuadorian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in South Africa.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from South Africa.
If you are looking for South Africa visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Ecuador, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of South Africa nearest your place of residence.
- Quito: The Consulate of South Africa in Quito, Ecuador (Working hours: Open now. Close in 32 minutes)
South Africa visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest South Africa diplomatic mission offices to Ecuador for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Ecuador traveling to South Africa from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Ecuador) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 6,714 | N/A |
| 2009 | 4,908 | -26.90% |
| 2010 | 5,652 | 15.16% |
| 2011 | 5,837 | 3.27% |
| 2012 | 6,432 | 10.19% |
| 2013 | 6,676 | 3.79% |
| 2014 | 6,684 | 0.12% |
| 2015 | 6,233 | -6.75% |
| 2016 | 7,031 | 12.80% |
| 2017 | 7,200 | 2.40% |
| 2018 | 7,330 | 1.81% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
South Africa & Ecuador comparison
South Africa's area is approximately 1,213,090 km2 (468,376 sq mi), while the area of Ecuador is approximately 248,360 km2 (95,892 sq mi). This means Ecuador is 4.88 times smaller than South Africa.
As of April 2024, South Africa's population is ~62.3 million people - 43,608,371 more people than the population of Ecuador.
We have highlighted South Africa & Ecuador’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| South Africa | Ecuador | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 62,345,294 | 18,736,923 | 43.6 million more people live in South Africa than Ecuador |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 124 | 145 | South Africa has 21 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Ecuador. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 67 | 53 | South Africa passport holders can visit 14 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 197 | 110 | South African hosts 87 more foreign missions than Ecuador. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Ecuador travel to South Africa in one year?
The number of visitors from Ecuador visiting South Africa in 2018 was approximately 7,330.
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