United Kingdom
Ecuador
Ecuador visa for British citizens
Entry requirement
British citizens do not need a visa for Ecuador: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at reinounido.embajada.gob.ec
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Ecuadorian citizens travelling to the United Kingdom
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Travel advice for Ecuador
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all but essential travel to parts of the country
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
For a trip from the United Kingdom to Ecuador, the published travel advice reads as follows: the US State Department rates Ecuador at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 17 August 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all but essential travel to parts of Ecuador (updated 1 November 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Ecuador (updated 13 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long British citizens can stay in Ecuador
British citizens may stay in Ecuador for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Ecuador.
Ecuador’s neighbours for British citizens
Peru and Colombia admit British citizens visa-free.
Ecuadorian citizens travelling to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom requires Ecuadorian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do British citizens need a visa for Ecuador?
British citizens do not need a visa for Ecuador: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can British citizens stay in Ecuador?
British citizens can stay in Ecuador for up to 90 days.
Do Ecuadorian citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom requires Ecuadorian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can British citizens enter Ecuador visa-free?
Yes, British citizens can enter Ecuador without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.