Check with the office. The official pages for this service leave out some details, or are older than a year. Use this page as a starting point and confirm fees and documents before you apply.
Ecuadorians or foreigners living abroad who draw Ecuadorian social security retirement or survivor pensions can get a life certificate from an Ecuadorian consular office to keep the pension payments going.
Where to apply in Australia
Embassy of Ecuador in Canberra; whether the honorary consulates in Adelaide and Victoria issue it is not stated.
Contact details for every office are on the page of the embassy and consulates of Ecuador.
How to apply
Attend the nearest Ecuadorian consular office in person | present ID and passport | pay the consular tariff | collect the signed certificate
Documents you need
- Original valid identity card and passport
Fees and processing time
- Official fee: USD 20 (50% for age 65+, free for 30%+ disability; no VAT)
Processing time: Not stated.
Good to know
Page last updated 6 March 2025. Opening hours and appointments must be checked with the office.
Official sources
Check before you apply
This page summarises information published by Ecuador's official channels, last checked on 24 octubre 2026. Fees and requirements can change at short notice, so confirm with the office that will handle your case.
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