Do I need a return ticket for Ecuador?

Airlines usually check at departure, and immigration may ask, especially for one-way ticket holders. Having proof of onward travel is recommended.

Do Galapagos travelers need an onward ticket?

Yes, the same onward ticket requirements apply for entering Ecuador. Additionally, Galapagos visitors need a Transit Control Card and proof of a return flight from the islands.

How long can I stay in Ecuador visa-free?

Most nationalities get 90 days visa-free per calendar year. Your onward ticket should show departure within the 90-day period.

Can I use a dummy ticket for Ecuador entry?

Yes, a dummy ticket with a valid PNR provides proof of onward travel for Ecuador entry. Airlines and immigration can verify it.

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Ecuador typically requires proof of onward travel for air arrivals. Airlines flying into Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) in Quito and Jose Joaquin de Olmedo International Airport (GYE) in Guayaquil check for return tickets at departure. Ecuador is also the gateway to the Galapagos Islands.

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Visa & Onward Ticket Requirements for Ecuador

Ecuador offers visa-free entry for most nationalities for 90 days. Airlines check for return tickets at departure airports. Immigration at Quito (UIO) and Guayaquil (GYE) may ask for proof of onward travel. Enforcement is more common for one-way ticket holders. Travelers heading to the Galapagos need additional permits but the same onward ticket requirements apply for mainland Ecuador entry.