Vietnam Visa for Ecuadorian Citizens: E-Visa Cost in US Dollars and Steps
Vietnam visa for ecuadorian citizens: ordinary passports need a visa: the 90-day e-visa from $47, paid in the US dollars you already use. Quito cut-offs.
Ecuadorian citizens with an ordinary passport need a visa for Vietnam, so the Vietnam visa for Ecuadorian citizens is the e-visa, valid for up to 90 days and from $47 all-in through us for single entry. Ecuador appears on a Vietnamese exemption list, but only for diplomatic and official passports. This page covers the e-visa, prices (already in your own currency), urgent cut-offs in Quito time, the steps, documents, visa on arrival and the embassy. You can apply for your e-visa with us in about ten minutes.
Quito is twelve hours behind Vietnam, so the Vietnamese working day runs from 20:00 the evening before to 6:00 in your morning. Orders placed in your evening reach Vietnam as its day begins, and the table below shows why.
Vietnam visa for Ecuadorian citizens at a glance:
| Visa-free? | No, not for ordinary passports |
| Usual visa | E-visa, up to 90 days, single or multiple entry |
| Price through us | From $47 single, $82 multiple |
| Same-day option | Order before 2:15 in Quito, delivered by 6:00 |
| Passport | Valid for at least 6 months from your entry date, with two blank pages |
Do Ecuadorian citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes. Ecuadorian citizens with an ordinary passport need a visa for any stay in Vietnam, and the e-visa is the usual route.
Ecuador's row on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs exemption list (published June 30, 2025, checked October 2026) is marked under Diplomatic and under Official/Service/Special, with a 90-day stay. The Ordinary column is empty, and Ecuador is absent from the later 45-day lists.
Quito and the mainland share one time zone; the Galápagos Islands are one hour behind, so use mainland time for the table below. For the general rules, see Do I need a visa for Vietnam?
Visa for Vietnam from Ecuador: the e-visa
A visa for Vietnam from Ecuador is nearly always the e-visa. It lets Ecuadorian citizens stay up to 90 days, with single or multiple entry, under Law 23/2023/QH15. It covers holidays, family visits and short business trips.
The Vietnam e-visa for Ecuadorian passport holders works at any of 79 border gates: 15 international airports, 26 land border gates and 38 seaports (as of October 2026). You apply online, so there is no trip to a consulate, and you carry the approved PDF with your passport.
Vietnam visa Ecuador: e-visa cost in US dollars
A Vietnam e-visa costs $47 through us for single entry at Standard speed, government fee included. The table gives every speed per person, slowest first.
Prices last updated: 2026-10-07. Ecuador uses the US dollar as its currency, so every price below is already in your currency. Your card is charged in USD.
| Speed | Single entry | Multiple entry |
|---|---|---|
| Standard, 5 to 7 working days | $47 | $82 |
| 3 working days | $69 | $98 |
| 2 working days | $92 | $116 |
| 1 working day | $99 | $123 |
| Same day | $118 | $150 |
| Super Urgent | $169 | $212 |
| Emergency | $260 | $285 |
| Weekend and public holidays | $250 | $280 |
A 90-day e-visa costs no more than a 30-day one. We refund 100% if the e-visa is refused, unless the application had false information, or if it arrives after the delivery time shown at checkout. On evisa.gov.vn the government fee alone is US$25, not refunded on refusal. Our full price table breaks down each price.
Vietnam visa for Ecuadorian citizens: urgent cut-offs in Quito time
Standard takes 5 to 7 working days. The urgent speeds use Vietnamese working days, which start at 8:00 in Vietnam, or 20:00 in Quito.
| Order cut-off | Quito time |
|---|---|
| Same day (Vietnam 14:15) | 2:15 |
| Super Urgent (Vietnam 15:30) | 3:30 |
| Emergency (Vietnam 17:30) | 5:30 |
| 1 working day (Vietnam 18:00) | 6:00 |
Example: you order on Monday at 21:00 in Quito, which is 9:00 on Tuesday in Vietnam. Emergency arrives by 22:30, Super Urgent by 23:30 and Same day by 6:00 on Tuesday, all in Quito time. Ordered on Tuesday at 4:00 instead (16:00 in Vietnam), Emergency still arrives by 5:30, but Super Urgent and Same day have passed their cut-offs: Super Urgent arrives at 23:00 and Same day on Wednesday at 2:00.
The weekend window starts at Friday 6:00 in Quito and ends on Sunday at 4:00. In that window, order the Weekend and public holidays speed before 3:20 and it arrives by 6:30 the same day. Our urgent e-visa page has every speed in Vietnam time.
How to apply from Ecuador
You apply from Ecuador online, in three steps with us:
- Enter your details: Passport, travel dates, the airport or border gate you will use and your speed.
- Pay and add files: Pay by card, then upload your passport data page and a recent photo, straight away or later.
- Receive the e-visa: We check everything, submit it and email you the approved PDF.
You can also apply yourself on evisa.gov.vn with the same details. Our guide on how to apply walks through both.
Vietnam visa requirements for Ecuadorian citizens
The Vietnam visa requirements for Ecuadorian citizens match those for every e-visa applicant:
- Ecuadorian passport: Valid for at least 6 months from your entry date, with two blank pages.
- Passport data page: Full page in the frame, no glare on the code lines at the bottom.
- Portrait: Recent, facing forward, white background, no glasses.
- Trip details: Arrival and departure dates, entry and exit gates, first accommodation address.
- Card: Debit or credit card that works for overseas online payments.
Photo examples and the full checklist are on our e-visa requirements page.
Visa on arrival for Ecuadorian citizens
Ecuadorian citizens can use visa on arrival only when flying into Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang or Cam Ranh. You need an approval letter before you board and pay a $25 or $50 stamping fee at the airport.
It does not work for cruise ports or land borders. For most trips the e-visa is simpler; you can compare both when you choose a service.
Vietnam embassy in Ecuador
You do not need an embassy for an e-visa, which is issued online. For consular help, check the list of Vietnamese missions on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website (mofa.gov.vn) for the one that covers Ecuador.
Tips for Ecuadorian travelers
Two points help Ecuadorian travelers: reading the exemption list correctly, and ordering at the right hour.
Diplomatic and official passports are different
The 90-day stay on Ecuador's row of the exemption list belongs to diplomatic and official or service passports only. A holder of an ordinary Ecuadorian passport needs the e-visa, even if a colleague with an official passport enters without one.
Order in your evening, not your morning
Ordered at 9:00 in the morning in Quito, your file reaches Vietnam after every urgent cut-off and starts at 8:00 the next Vietnamese morning, which is 20:00 that evening in Quito. Ordered at 20:00 instead, every speed is still open.
eVisaVietnam.com is a private visa service operated by TK VIET NAM., JSC, not the Vietnamese government. You can apply yourself at evisa.gov.vn for US$25. If you want your files checked and a delivery time backed by a full refund, apply for your e-visa with us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Ecuadorian citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes, with an ordinary Ecuadorian passport. Most apply online for the e-visa, valid for up to 90 days with single or multiple entry, and show the PDF with their passport at the border.
How long is the e-visa valid for Ecuadorian citizens?
The e-visa allows a stay of up to 90 days, with single or multiple entry. You choose the entry type and travel dates on the form, and the e-visa does not cost more for 90 days than for 30.
How much is the Vietnam government fee for Ecuadorians?
On evisa.gov.vn the government fee is US$25 for single entry and US$50 for multiple entry, charged in US dollars. It is not refunded if the e-visa is refused.
Can I get a Vietnam visa today in Quito?
Yes, on a Vietnamese working day. Order Same day before 2:15 Quito time for delivery by 6:00, or Emergency before 5:30 for delivery 1.5 working hours later. After those cut-offs, order 1 working day.
Can I use the e-visa for a business trip from Ecuador?
Yes, for short business visits such as meetings or conferences, within the 90-day limit. Employment in Vietnam is outside what the e-visa covers.
