US State Dept Travel AdvisoriesUnited States14 October 2025
Ecuador - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
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There was no change to the advisory level. The "terrorism” risk indicator was added. Advisory summary was updated. Exercise increased caution in Ecuador due to risk of crime , terrorism , unrest , and kidnapping . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Do Not Travel to these areas due to terrorism and crime : Guayaquil, south of Portete de Tarqui Avenue. The cities of Huaquillas and Arenillas in the province of El Oro. The cities of Quevedo, Quinsaloma, and Pueblo Viejo in the province of Los Rios. The canton of Duran, in the province of Guayas. Esmeraldas City and al
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