The United States sent a consul to Guayaquil, Ecuador, in 1825, and the U.S.
Embassy in Quito opened in 1848.
The United States and Ecuador share a history of partnership and cooperation, and have mutual interests in economic prosperity, democratic governance, regional security, environmental sustainability and protection, and academic exchanges.
The welfare, safety, and protection of U.S. citizens in Ecuador are the highest priorities and mission of the Department of State.
The United States supports the Government of Ecuador’s determination to strengthen democratic institutions, counter transnational organized crime, and increase economic prosperity while respecting the rights of the people of Ecuador.
