U.S. Embassy in Ecuador
Recent News About U.S. Embassy in Ecuador
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Nineteen arrested across four countries over alleged multimillion-dollar visa fraud scheme
Nineteen individuals were arrested across the United States, Colombia, Ecuador, and El Salvador in a coordinated law enforcement operation targeting an alleged transnational visa fraud, racketeering, and money laundering scheme.
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U.S. Consulate General offers citizen services in Vilcabamba on December 16
Representatives from the U.S. Consulate General in Guayaquil will visit Vilcabamba on December 16, 2025, to provide services for American citizens.
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United States and Ecuador move forward with reciprocal trade agreement framework
President Donald J. Trump and President Daniel Noboa have announced that the United States and Ecuador have agreed to a framework for an Agreement on Reciprocal Trade.
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U.S. Embassy monitors security concerns after explosive device incident in Guayaquil
The U.S. Embassy and Consulate in Ecuador are monitoring the situation following reports of vehicle-borne improvised explosive devices (VBIEDs) near the Sheraton Hotel and Mall del Sol in Guayaquil.
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Explosion near Mall del Sol in Guayaquil prompts security response
An explosion occurred near Mall del Sol in Guayaquil on October 14, 2025, according to a statement from the U.S. Consulate General in Guayaquil.
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U.S. Embassy updates travel advisory for Ecuador with new terrorism warning
The U.S. Embassy in Ecuador has issued an updated travel advisory for U.S. citizens on October 14, 2025, maintaining the country at Level 2—meaning travelers should exercise increased caution.
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U.S. Embassy monitors rising violence as Ecuador launches major security crackdown
Violence in Ecuador has increased, with the U.S. Mission in Ecuador reporting a rise in criminal activity and security operations by local authorities.
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U.S. Embassy warns of ongoing demonstrations causing disruptions across Ecuador
Demonstrations organized by Ecuadorian civil society groups are ongoing across the country, according to a recent alert from the U.S. Embassy in Ecuador.
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U.S., Ecuador strengthen security ties with new agreements and radar system donation
U.S. Navy Admiral Alvin Holsey, Commander of U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), visited Ecuador on September 21 and 22 to meet with top defense officials.
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U.S. Consulate General warns citizens of demonstration in Cuenca
A demonstration is scheduled to take place in Cuenca, Ecuador, according to a message issued by the U.S. Consulate General in Guayaquil.
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Ecuador declares state of emergency in seven provinces due to internal disturbance
Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa has declared a state of emergency in seven provinces, citing “severe internal disturbance.” The affected provinces are Azuay, Bolivar, Carchi, Cotopaxi, Imbabura, Pichincha, and Santo Domingo.
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Secretary Rubio to visit Mexico and Ecuador for diplomatic engagement
Secretary of State Secretary Rubio will travel to Mexico and Ecuador, according to a statement released by Thomas “Tommy” Pigott, Principal Deputy Spokesperson, on August 28, 2025.
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U.S. Embassy schedules American Citizen Services visit to Cotacachi for September 9
Representatives from the American Citizen Services (ACS) unit of the U.S. Embassy in Quito will visit Cotacachi on September 9, 2025, to provide notarial and passport services.
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United States and Ecuador renew parliamentary group to enhance cooperation
The United States and Ecuador have renewed the Ecuador–United States Inter-Parliamentary Friendship Group in the National Assembly, aiming to strengthen cooperation on security, trade, and development.
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U.S. Consulate General Guayaquil to provide citizen services in Cuenca in August 2025
Representatives from the U.S. Consulate General in Guayaquil will visit Cuenca on August 28 and 29, 2025, to offer American Citizen Services.
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Tsunami warning issued for Ecuadorian coast after major earthquake near Kamchatka
The U.S. Mission in Ecuador has informed American citizens residing or traveling in the country of a tsunami warning for the Ecuadorian coast.
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U.S. Embassy works with Ecuadorian postal service to address mail delays for Americans
U.S. citizens living in Ecuador continue to face challenges in receiving mail and packages from the United States, according to a recent update from the U.S. Embassy and Consulate.
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Town hall meeting for U.S. citizens scheduled by U.S. Consulate General in Guayaquil
The U.S. Consulate General in Guayaquil has announced a town hall meeting for U.S. citizens residing in Ecuador.
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U.S. Embassy announces new regional office for social security services
The U.S. Embassy in Quito has announced that the Federal Benefits Unit (FBU) based in San Jose, Costa Rica, will now serve as the regional office for U.S. citizens residing in Ecuador.
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Reports of scopolamine drugging incidents increase in Guayaquil
Recently, there have been reports of scopolamine drugging incidents in Guayaquil, specifically in the areas of Ceibos and Samborondón.