In Ecuador, a new species of orchid has been discovered, named Telipogon pillaropatatensis, in honor of the cantons of Píllaro and Patate. This orchid, found in the highlands of the central-eastern part of the country, covers only a few square meters of the forest, which is why it is potentially in danger of extinction.
In Ecuador, a new species of orchid has been discovered, named Telipogon pillaropatatensis, in honor of the cantons of Píllaro and Patate. This orchid, found in the highlands of the central-eastern part of the country, covers only a few square meters of the forest, which is why it is potentially in danger of extinction.
Considered the Oscar of the gastronomic world, the 2024 World Culinary Awards awarded two Ecuadorian restaurants for honoring the most outstanding culinary establishments and the talented chefs who lead them.
The yellow iguana (Conolophus suscriptatus) is one of three species of land iguanas that live in the Galapagos archipelago, located about 1,000 kilometers from the continental coast of Ecuador
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The following information is provided by the Ministries of the Interior and Human Relations for citizens who wish to visit and get to know Ecuador.
Therefore, Responsible travel as a tour operator considers the following guidelines in order to generate a satisfactory experience on your trip through Ecuador. Nevertheless, please note that any requirement can change without prior notice, and it is the responsibility of each traveler to make sure to comply with the current requirements when entering the country.
Visa
The duration to visit the country is 90 days a year; if you are going to extend your visit, it is recommended to pay an extension.
List of countries that need a visa to enter Ecuador:
| Afghanistan | Guinea Bissau | Republic of the Congo |
| Albania | Haiti | Democratic People’s Republic of Korea |
| Angola | Kenya | Senegal |
| Bangladesh | Kyrgyzstan | Sierra Leone |
| Cameroon | India | Syria |
| Chad | Iraq | Sri Lanka |
| Ivory Coast | Iran | Somalia |
| Cuba | Libya | Sudan |
| Egypt | Mali | South Sudan |
| Eritrea | Mauritania | Tajikistan |
| Ethiopia | Myanmar | Uzbekistan |
| Philippines | Nigeria | Venezuela |
| Gambia | Pakistan | Vietnam |
| Ghana | Nepal | Yemen |
| Guinea | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
Applying for a visa
In case of applying for a visa and being able to enter the country. Please contact the following emails: consejeria@cancilleria.gob.ec and citasvisas@cancilleriga.gob.ec.
For more information, there are links to Ecuadorian embassies as well as foreign embassies within the country.
In the case of entering the country by land or river
The Government, through its Ministries, provides that foreign citizens who enter the country through the land or river borders of Colombia and Peru may present their apostilled certificate indicating that they do not have a criminal record; this certificate must have been issued in their country of origin or residence in the last five years. or in turn request the review of the corresponding information through the Ecuadorian Migration System (SIMIEC).
The following individuals are exempt from filing
COVID-19 rules
There is not a COVID certificate needed at the moment, but if you experience symptoms prior to your trip, you can complete a health application and bring it to the airport.
Conditions for passport validity
The passport must be valid for at least half a year. Access is restricted without a valid or reported lost document
Galapagos Islands
People could visit until 60 days. For enter, you need to present:
Foreign Exchange
When you leave the country, you must declare the foreign exchange if you exceed the aggregate of $1,380.
Personal ID
As a regular law, you must carry your identification. Always keep a copy of your passport, with the pages containing your photo and Ecuadorian entrance stamp.
Departure of Foreign Citizens
Departure of national and foreign minors
Ecuadorian children and adolescents and resident foreigners may leave the national territory under the following conditions:
The native language is Spanish. Some indigenous people speak Spanish, Quechua, and English. The indigenous communities living in the jungle speak their languages and dialects.
At Responsible Travel, we are trained to provide the best experience to the tourist. For this reason, our team of guides is bilingual, as are most of our suppliers (hotels and restaurants).
