Live in Ecuador while having a job in Japan

Can I work remotely in Ecuador for a company in Japan?

Yes it’s perfectly possible, but we advise first to check the following points:

1. The company you are going to work for, does it have a branch in Ecuador? If yes, then you are in the right direction, because in that case you will be able to work in Ecuador.
2. If the company you are going to work for does not have a branch in Ecuador, but the company is based in Ecuador, then you will be able to work from your home country, provided that you are registered as an employee in Ecuador.
3. If the company is based in Japan, but you are going to work from your home country, then you will need to be registered as an employee in Ecuador.

Yes you can work remotely in Ecuador.
We recommend you to work from your home country.
If you are a freelancer, you are not considered as an employee of the company.
If you are a freelancer and you want to work remotely in Ecuador, you can do it.
If you are a freelancer and you want to work in Ecuador, you cannot do it.

How can I find a remote job in Japan while living in Ecuador?

When things work out well, it’s possible to find remote jobs in Japan even if you are located in Ecuador, for that we need to know a little bit more about the country. The first thing we need to know is the language. The official language of Japan is Japanese, but most Japanese people speak at least some English. Some Japanese people are fluent in English, and some people even speak better than native English speakers. When you are working for a Japanese company, it’s very likely that you will be working with Japanese people, and you will need to know at least some Japanese to be able to communicate.

The second thing we need to know is the visa. Japan has very strict visa laws, so you need to know how to get a visa. In addition to the visa, you need to know if you need a work visa or a residence visa. You will also need to know how long you will need to stay in Japan.
When we talk about Japan, we usually think of the Tokyo area, but Japan has a lot more to offer. You can find remote jobs in Japan in cities such as Osaka, Kyoto, and Nagoya. Japan is also a very safe country, so there are a lot of remote jobs in Japan.

How to find a remote job in Japan?
Finding a job in Japan is very easy. There are a lot of Japanese companies that are looking for remote workers. You just need to know what to look for and how to find the job.

How can I get paid in Ecuador when working remotely for a company in Japan?

It is possible to get paid in Ecuador while working for a company in Japan but it requires some planning and effort. If you are a foreigner, you may be able to get paid in Ecuador while working for a company in Japan. However, if you are a Japanese citizen, you will have to get paid in Japan.

I’m not a lawyer and this is not legal advice. Please consult a lawyer for legal advice.

Will I pay taxes in Ecuador or Japan when working remotely in Ecuador?

Taxes can be complicated when working remotely in Ecuador for a corporation in Japan, so we’ve put together a guide to help you work out if you’ll be paying taxes in both countries.

When you work remotely in Ecuador, you will be working for a company in Japan. You will be working from your home or office in Ecuador, and you will be paid in Ecuadorian Pesos (EC$).
If you work for a company in Japan, you will be working for a Japanese company, and you will be paid in Japanese Yen (JPY).