Are foreigners allowed to own property in Ecuador?

When we asked expats in Ecuador if foreigners are allowed to own property, they answered...

"Yes, foreigners are allowed to own property in Ecuador. The Ecuadorian Constitution guarantees the right of foreigners to own real estate in the country, as long as they are legally registered with the Ecuadorian government. Foreigners must obtain a cedula, or national identification card, in order to purchase property in Ecuador. This process is relatively straightforward and can be completed with the help of a lawyer or real estate agent. Additionally, foreigners are subject to the same taxes and regulations as Ecuadorian citizens when it comes to owning property," explained one expat living in Ecuador.

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Are foreigners allowed to own property in Ecuador?

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Joshua Wood, LPC is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and serves as Co-President of Expat Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.

Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.