Embassy of the United States in Quito
Today · Closed- Address
- De Las Avigiras E12-170, Quito
- Phone
- +593-2-398-5000
- Website
- ec.usembassy.gov
United States
Ecuador
US Embassy & Consulates in Ecuador
- 2 embassies
- 1 consulate general
The United States is represented in Ecuador by 3 missions: an embassy in Quito, a consulate general in Guayaquil and 1 other office. Ecuadorian citizens need a visa for the United States, obtained before travel.
Map: the United States’ 3 missions in Ecuador
Map: the United States’ 3 missions in Ecuador
US Embassy in Quito
The United States has its embassy in Quito, the capital; the address on record is De Las Avigiras E12-170, Quito. Its phone number and website are on its page.
US consulates in Ecuador
- Embassy of the United States in Guayaquil
Calle Santa Ana y Av. Jose Rodriguez Bonin, Guayaquil
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The United States also has a consulate general in Guayaquil; a consulate does consular work for a region: passports, certificates and help for nationals in difficulty.
United States visa for Ecuadorian citizens
EcuadorUnited States Visa required United States visa for citizens of Ecuador
United StatesEcuador Visa-free, 90 days Ecuador visa for citizens of the United States
United States visa requirements for citizens of Ecuador
- B-1/B-2 visitor visa (business / tourism)
- Transit (C visa) – brief
- Student (F/M/J) and work (H, L, O…) visas – brief
- Fee: US$185
- 4 required documents
checked 22 October 2026
The United States requires Ecuadorian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance. From Ecuador, the application is made at the US embassy in Quito or the consulate in Guayaquil or through a visa centre appointed by the United States.
Ecuador’s missions in the United States
Missions of Ecuador in the United States (3)
In return, Ecuador has 3 missions in the United States, including its embassy in Washington D.C.
Good to know
The United States in Ecuador
Worldwide, the United States has 314 missions in 179 countries; 3 of them are in Ecuador.
Travel to Ecuador for US citizens
Ecuador admits US citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days. In Ecuador, US citizens can turn to the US embassy for passports and emergency help.
When US missions in Ecuador are closed
US missions in Ecuador close on Ecuador’s public holidays, the next being Christmas Day (Día de Navidad) on Friday 25 December 2026, New Year's Day (Año Nuevo) on Friday 1 January 2027 and Carnival (Carnaval) on Monday 8 February 2027, and usually on some holidays of the United States, such as Veterans Day on Wednesday 11 November 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the US embassy in Ecuador?
The US embassy is in Quito, at De Las Avigiras E12-170, Quito.
Does the United States have consulates in Ecuador?
Yes, the United States has a consulate general in Guayaquil.
Do Ecuadorian citizens need a visa for the United States?
The United States requires Ecuadorian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Do US citizens need a visa for Ecuador?
US citizens can visit Ecuador without a visa for up to 90 days.
Does Ecuador have an embassy in the United States?
Yes, Ecuador has its embassy in Washington D.C., along with 2 other missions in the United States.