Skip to main content
Emergency · LATAM
911 Most110 GT/BO123 CO190 BR105 PE133 CL104 PA
EmergencySOS
911Mexico, Dominican Republic, Argentina, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Uruguay, Paraguay110Guatemala, Bolivia123Colombia190Brazil105Peru133Chile104Panama

Country safety guide

Is Ecuador Safe? Travel Safety Guide

Is Ecuador safe to travel to right now?

Conditions in Ecuador vary a lot by city and neighborhood. GringoGuard tracks traveler-safety signals in Quito and Guayaquil. Compare the live feed with official U.S., U.K., and Canadian advisories for Ecuador before making travel decisions.

Emergency number: 911.

Open the live safety feed

Ecuador City Safety Guides

  • Is Quito safe? Quito safety planning is about the historic center after dark, taxi choice, and checking current security notices, which have shifted quickly in Ecuador in recent years.
  • Is Guayaquil safe? Guayaquil has had serious security problems, so visitors should limit movement to planned routes, use trusted transport, and watch official notices closely.

Recent Ecuador Safety News

No recent news or official bulletins for Ecuador have passed our filters. Check the live app for traveler reports and the latest map.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the emergency number in Ecuador?

The emergency number in Ecuador is 911. Use it for immediate danger, medical emergencies, or a crime in progress.

Which Ecuador cities does GringoGuard cover?

Quito: Quito safety planning is about the historic center after dark, taxi choice, and checking current security notices, which have shifted quickly in Ecuador in recent years. Guayaquil: Guayaquil has had serious security problems, so visitors should limit movement to planned routes, use trusted transport, and watch official notices closely.