Ecuador
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Ecuador

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Processing Time
1-2 weeks
Corporate Tax
≈25-28%
Foreign Ownership
100% Allowed
Remote Setup
In-person

About Business in Ecuador

A stable economy using the US dollar, 100% foreign ownership allowed, and minimal capital requirements (from $400). The country offers incentives for small businesses and exporters (reduced 22% rate for SMEs and strategic sectors). Standard corporate tax rate 25%, VAT 12%. Membership in the Andean Community and Mercosur provides export benefits to neighboring countries. Advantages: no currency controls, growing opportunities in oil, mining, and agribusiness. Restrictions: some sectors require a local resident director (e.g., banking, insurance), and regulation is unpredictable.

Why Choose Ecuador?

Stable Jurisdiction

Onshore developing jurisdiction with clear regulatory framework

Full Ownership

100% foreign ownership allowed for most business types

No Visa Required

Banking services available without visa requirements

Tax Structure

≈25-28%
Corporate Tax
On company profits
Up to 35%
Personal Tax
On individual income
10-15%
Dividend Tax
On profit distributions

Crypto & Digital Assets

Prohibited

Prohibited

Banking Options

Business Account

Limited

Personal Account

Limited

Legal & Compliance

Substance Requirements

Minimal

Double Tax Treaty Network

Weak

Ideal For

Local market

Reputation & Considerations

Very high political/financial risks

Available Services

Basic Registration
$2,640
one-time
Virtual Office
$600
/year
Residence Visa
$1,950
one-time
Accounting
$240
/month
Bank Account
$780
one-time

What's Included in Basic Registration

  • Company registration with local authorities
  • Business license
  • Company seal/stamp
  • Certificate of incorporation
  • Basic compliance setup

Registration Process

1
Submit Application Day 1
Fill out the online form with your business details and upload required documents
2
Document Review Days 2-3
Our team reviews and verifies your documents, requesting clarifications if needed
3
Government Filing Processing
We submit your registration to local authorities and track the progress
4
Completion Final Step
Receive your official registration documents and certificate of incorporation

Ready to Start Your Business in Ecuador?

We'll connect you with trusted local partners to handle every step of the registration process. Starting from just $2,640.

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Quick Facts

  • Processing Time 1-2 weeks
  • Corporate Tax ≈25-28%
  • Min. Capital $400
  • Foreign Ownership 100% Allowed
  • Remote Registration No
  • Crypto Prohibited
  • Jurisdiction Onshore developing
  • Remote Bank Account No

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