Representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Unit will visit Ecuador to provide services related to U.S. Social Security and other federal benefits. The visits are scheduled for March 10 to 13, 2025, in Quito and Cuenca.
In Quito, services will be available at the U.S. Embassy located at E12-170 Ave. Avigiras and Ave. Eloy Alfaro. In Cuenca, the Abraham Lincoln Cultural Center on Calle Borrero 5-18 y Honorato Vásquez will host the event.
Individuals wishing to submit their Foreign Enforcement Questionnaire SSA 7162/7161 form for 2024 can do so without an appointment during service hours at these locations. However, all other services require a scheduled appointment.
To schedule an appointment, individuals should contact the unit by telephone at +1-809-368-7011 or email at FBU.Santo.Domingo@ssa.gov. Phone lines are open Monday through Thursday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 NOON. It is important to include a telephone number for contact purposes.
Visitors must bring original documents along with photocopies of each document required for their appointments. "Please keep in mind that you will not be granted entry to the Embassy with purses, bags, backpacks or electronic devices," according to guidelines provided by the U.S. Mission in Ecuador.
For further information regarding entry requirements, individuals are encouraged to review security guidelines on the U.S. Mission's website.