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| data1 = Impuesto Predial
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| data2 = Annual
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| data3 = 0.25–0.50‰ of cadastral value
| label4 = Paid To
| data4 = Municipal Government (GAD)
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| data5 = Usually March 31 (with discounts Jan–Mar)
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Ecuador's annual property tax (impuesto predial) is remarkably low by international standards. It is levied by the municipal government (GAD) based on the cadastral (assessed) value of the land and improvements, which is typically well below market value.

== How Much Is It? ==

Rates vary slightly by municipality, but generally fall between 0.25 and 0.5 per mille (‰) — that is, 0.025% to 0.05% of the cadastral value per year. A property with a cadastral value of $100,000 would typically owe $250–$500 in annual property tax.

Many properties on the Peninsula have cadastral values significantly below their market value, making effective tax rates even lower.

== Early Payment Discounts ==

Municipalities typically offer a discount of 10% for early payment in January and February. By March, the full amount is due. Late payment after the deadline may incur a small penalty.

== How to Pay ==

Property taxes can be paid at:
* The local GAD (municipal government) office in person
* Some municipal offices accept bank transfers
* In larger cities, via the municipal website (check [[Salinas]] or Santa Elena GAD portals)

You will need the property's cadastral number (número catastral) or the deed address to look up your account.

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== Certificate of No Outstanding Debts ==

When selling a property, you must present a '''certificado de no adeudar''' (certificate of no outstanding debts) from the municipality confirming all property taxes are paid. This is required before a notary will execute the deed transfer. See [[Buying Process Ecuador]] for context.

== Transfer Tax (Alcabala) ==

In addition to the annual predial, a one-time '''alcabala''' of 1% of the declared property value is due when property changes hands. This is paid at the municipal level at or before deed signing.

== Rural vs. Urban Property ==

Urban property (within municipality limits) is taxed by the cantonal GAD. Rural property (outside urban perimeters) may be taxed at a slightly different rate by the provincial government. Most Peninsula beachfront and residential property falls under cantonal jurisdiction.

== Capital Gains (Plusvalía) ==

A separate '''plusvalía''' (capital gains) tax applies when property is sold at a profit above the last cadastral value. This is calculated by the municipality and can vary. Consult a local accountant or lawyer when selling to estimate this obligation.

== See Also ==
* [[Property Laws]]
* [[Buying Process Ecuador]]
* [[Registro de la Propiedad (property registry)]]
* [[Notarías]]
* [[Taxes]]
* [[RUC & RISE]]
* [[SRI Ecuador]]

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