Funding Opportunity: Julia Taft Refugee Fund 2022 The U.S. Mission in Ecuador, in collaboration with the U.S. State Department’s Bureau of Population, Refugees and Migration (PRM), is pleased to welcome proposals for the Julia Taft Refugee Fund. Proposals may be submitted by potential NGO partners working in refugee protection and assistance in Ecuador. The Julia ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 20 January, 2022 | Topics: News, U.S. & Ecuador
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE U.S. Embassy and Consulate in Ecuador Public Affairs Section (PAS) Notice of Funding Opportunity: Statement of Interest (SOI) Funding Opportunity Title: U.S. Embassy and Consulate in Ecuador - PAS Public Diplomacy Federal Awards Program - Program Statement Funding Opportunity Number: ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 11 January, 2022 | Topics: Culture, Education
Current Visa Services Quito Nonimmigrant Visas: All visa categories are available Guayaquil Nonimmigrant Visas: All visa categories are available Immigrant Visas: All Immigrant Visa Categories. Please follow the instructions on
https://ais.usvisa-info.com/en-ec/niv to schedule your appointment MRV Fees The U.S. Mission to Ecuador understands that many visa applicants have paid the visa application processing fee and are ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 6 January, 2022 | Topics: Visas
We have recently published new information about visa processing at the U.S. Embassy Quito and the U.S. Consulate in Guayaquil. For more information please check our Visa section:
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Ecuador is part of the Andean Region ICT Infrastructure Project Opportunities Guide, which highlights 24 information and communications technology infrastructure projects valued at more than $3.3 billion in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. Quito, November 9, 2021. In recognition of the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference ‘COP26,’ the U.S. government is pleased to highlight U.S. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 9 November, 2021 | Topics: Environment, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador
Corruption threatens the stability of countries and the security of their citizens. Corruption prevents economic growth, undermines human rights and democracy, and destroys trust in the judiciary and other public institutions. Corruption facilitates transnational crime and undermines citizen safety. No one country can fight these issues alone – however, we can succeed in making our people safer ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 12 October, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases
From October 6 to November 9, 2021, Ecuadorians can apply to the Diversity Visa Program that makes available up to 55,000 diversity visas between all eligible countries. There is no fee to enter. Ecuadorian citizens are again eligible to participate in the Diversity Visa program for 2023. The Diversity Immigrant Visa Program makes available up ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 6 October, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The delegation also participated in the signing of a $150 million loan by the U.S. Development Finance Corporation (DFC) with Ecuador’s Produbanco, benefitting small and medium enterprises and women entrepreneurs. Quito, September 28, 2021. As part of the United States of America’s contributions to the G7’s Build Back Better World initiative, highlighted by President Biden ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 28 September, 2021 | Topics: Commercial Affairs, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador
Date: September 14, 2021 Location: Guayaquil (south of Portete de Tarquí Avenue) Event: Transnational criminal groups and local gangs operating in Guayaquil have recently carried out a series of violent crimes in the region south of Portete de Tarquí Avenue, to include several murders and targeted assassinations, armed robberies, and assaults. As a result of the increased violence, U.S. Embassy and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 14 September, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services
Quito, September 14, 2021. Admiral Craig S. Faller, Commander, U.S. Southern Command, visited Ecuador today to sign the Cooperative Situational Information Integration System (CSII), a regional information-sharing memorandum of understanding to combat narcotrafficking by facilitating the timely sharing of suspected illicit trafficking activities. The memorandum of understanding will help increase Ecuadorian security and also supports ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 14 September, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador, U.S. Agencies
Quito, August 27, 2021 – The U.S. Department of State today announced the allocation of $5.8 million in additional funds for use by the U.S. Embassy in Ecuador for its cooperation with Ecuadorian justice sector and law enforcement authorities to counter transnational crime and narcotics trafficking. The financial support was officially recognized in a ceremony ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 27 August, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador
U.S. and Ecuador Mark Entry into Force of Protocols Relating to Trade Rules and Transparency Quito, August 12, 2021– Today, representatives of the United States and Ecuador marked the entry into force of the Protocol to the Trade and Investment Council Agreement Between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the Republic ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 12 August, 2021 | Topics: Commercial Affairs, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador
On behalf of the Government of the United States and the American people, I send warm greetings to the Ecuadorian people as you celebrate the 212th anniversary of your declaration of independence. The United States commends the people of Ecuador for their transparent, free, and fair elections, the bedrock of our shared democratic values. Last May, President Biden affirmed our commitment ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 10 August, 2021 | Topics: News, U.S. & Ecuador, U.S. Secretary of State
One of the objectives of this visit was to strengthen scientific collaboration between the United States and Ecuador. The technical advice will be used to inform decisions to mitigate the regressive erosion of the Coca River. Quito, August 2, 2021. A delegation of specialists from the United States Army Corps of Engineers last week made ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 4 August, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. Agencies
Bipartisan delegation of U.S. Senators visited Quito to meet with President Guillermo Lasso, other members of the Ecuadorian government, National Assembly leaders, and members of the business community and civil society The delegation was in Quito to discuss environment, economic, security, narcotrafficking, and migration issue Quito, July 7, 2021. A bipartisan delegation of U.S. Senators, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 7 July, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador, U.S. Agencies
The second shipment, with the other one million doses, will arrive in three weeks. Quito, July 1, 2021. The Government of the United States is donating two million doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine to Ecuador. The first shipment of one million vaccines arrived today, and the second shipment will arrive in three weeks. This ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 6 July, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador
The Government United States will donate 2 million doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine to Ecuador. The first delivery will arrive this week. This direct donation is a testament to the strong relations between the United States and Ecuador. The donation is part of the Biden-Harris Administrations’ efforts to support international vaccination efforts to save ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 30 June, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador
FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Unveils Strategy for Global Vaccine Sharing, Announcing Allocation Plan for the First 25 Million Doses to be Shared Globally As we continue to fight the COVID-19 pandemic at home and work to end the pandemic worldwide, President Biden has promised that the United States will be an arsenal of vaccines for ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 3 June, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The below is attributable to U.S. Mission to the UN Spokesperson Olivia Dalton: This morning, Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield met with Ecuador President Guillermo Lasso at the presidential palace. It was President Lasso’s first bilateral meeting following his inauguration yesterday. Ambassador Thomas-Greenfield congratulated President Lasso on his inauguration after a transparent, free, and fair election, and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 25 May, 2021 | Topics: News, Public Affairs, U.S. & Ecuador, Western Hemisphere
Buenas Tardes. I am delighted to be here on behalf of the United States to celebrate your recent election and the inauguration of President Lasso. This is an important occasion. And I’m not just saying that because it’s the first time I have traveled outside the United States in more than 14 months. Free ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 23 May, 2021 | Topics: News, Speeches, U.S. & Ecuador, Western Hemisphere
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 19, 2021 President Biden Announces Presidential Delegation to the Republic of Ecuador to Attend the Inauguration of His Excellency Guillermo Lasso Mendoza President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. today announced the designation of a Presidential Delegation to the Republic of Ecuador to attend the Inauguration of His Excellency Guillermo Lasso Mendoza on ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 19 May, 2021 | Topics: News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador
Beginning May 8, 2021, Ecuadorians who applied for the Diversity Visa Program 2022 (DV-2022) will be able to verify if their entrance was selected. Each year, the diversity visa program makes available up to 55,000 diversity visas, among all of the eligible countries. Quito, May 8, 2021 Beginning May 8, 2021, DV-2022 entrants will ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 8 May, 2021 | Topics: Consular Affairs, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Ecuador, Visas
Quito, April 27, 2021– Today, U.S. Ambassador to Ecuador Michael J. Fitzpatrick and Ecuador’s Minister of Government Gabriel Martinez signed an agreement that will create two specially trained units within the Ecuadorian Judicial Police, one in Quito and one in Guayaquil, which are expected to be operative by the end of this year. These units will work with the U.S. Mission ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 27 April, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Ecuadorian President-elect Guillermo Lasso today. Secretary Blinken congratulated President-elect Lasso for his recent election and the Ecuadorian people for conducting free and fair elections in this challenging pandemic environment. The Secretary and the President-elect discussed strengthening the already vibrant cooperative bilateral ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 23 April, 2021 | Topics: News
On behalf of the people of the United States, I congratulate Guillermo Lasso on his election as the next President of Ecuador. We also extend our congratulations to the Ecuadorian people for exercising their right to select their leadership, especially during these uniquely challenging times. Our partnership with Ecuador is based on our fundamental values, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 13 April, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador
ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE On behalf of the people of the United States, I wish the citizens of Bolivia, Ecuador, and Peru successful elections on April 11 that are fair, free, accessible, and peaceful. As we strive to protect and strengthen democracies, we must recognize that free and fair elections for all citizens are only one step in the ...
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By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 9 April, 2021 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador, Western Hemisphere
STUDENTS SOUGHT FOR PRESTIGIOUS U.S. NATIONAL YOUTH SCIENCE CAMP The United States Embassy in Ecuador is opening the call for the “2021 Virtual National Youth Science Camp (NYSCamp)”. Four high school students or recent graduates aged 16, 17, or 18 will receive a full scholarship to exchange ideas with scientists and other professionals from academic, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 5 April, 2021 | Topics: Culture, Education, News
Quito, March 29, 2021– U.S. Ambassador to Ecuador Michael J. Fitzpatrick met separately over the past week with both candidates for the presidency of Ecuador, Andrés Arauz (UNES) and Guillermo Lasso (CREO). The meetings provided opportunities to exchange views on the challenges facing both the United States and Ecuador, as well as to discuss potential ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 29 March, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador
Standard Visas for Business & Tourism Will Be Valid for 10 Years Quito, March 26, 2021—The period of validity for new U.S. tourist and business visas (categories B1 and B2) issued to Ecuadorian applicants will increase from five years to 10 years, effective April 8th. U.S. Ambassador to Ecuador Michael J. Fitzpatrick made the announcement today when meeting with Ecuadorian Minister of Foreign Affairs Manuel Antonio Mejía Dalmau. This achievement, which will benefit hundreds of thousands of ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 26 March, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador, Visas
The United States congratulates presidential candidates Andrés Arauz and Guillermo Lasso, who are to participate in Ecuador’s run-off election. Ecuador’s democratic institutions have confirmed the results of the first-round election in accordance with their constitutional responsibilities and the country’s laws. We also recognize the campaign run by Yaku Pérez and those who supported that historic effort, as well ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 20 March, 2021 | Topics: News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Ecuador
On behalf of the United States, I congratulate the people of Ecuador for exercising that most sacred democratic right of voting for their leaders, especially during this global pandemic. Our appreciation as well to all the public servants and volunteers who made this election possible. While this first result appears to be close, particularly in ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 8 February, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Political Affairs, U.S. & Ecuador
U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) Chief Executive Officer Adam Boehler
today joined officials from the Republic of Ecuador, including President Lenin Moreno and Minster of Finance Mauricio Pozo, to sign a framework agreement to support private sector investment in Ecuador. Under the agreement, the DFC will aim to provide financing for future projects that will ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 14 January, 2021 | Topics: Business, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, U.S. & Ecuador
The events that occurred yesterday in Washington should remind us of the importance of respect for the rule of law and institutions, as well as the value of democracy, which is the only mechanism that enables a society to address its ills and solve its problems peacefully, institutionally, and transparently. Early this morning, the Congress ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 7 January, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Political Affairs
Location: Guayaquil, Ecuador Event: There has been a recent increase in violent crime in the southern region of Guayaquil, including multiple targeted assassinations and attempted assassinations against port employees. The U.S. Embassy has directed official personnel traveling to the port to take additional security measures when in the vicinity. Actions to Take Exercise caution if transiting ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 14 December, 2020 | Topics: Alert
JOINT STATEMENT United States and Ecuador Convene Third Bilateral Consular and Migration Dialogue December 11, 2020 The United States and Ecuador convened the third Bilateral Consular and Migration Dialogue on December 11, 2020, in accordance with the June 2018 commitment between Ecuador’s President Lenín Moreno and U.S. Vice President Mike Pence to expand bilateral dialogue ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 11 December, 2020 | Topics: Consular Affairs, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador, Visas
Due to the effects of the pandemic, the U.S. Mission to Ecuador is currently unable to process most routine, non-immigrant visa applications, including those for first time B (tourist) visa applications. However, our consular sections are processing nonimmigrant visa renewals and emergency appointments, and the Consulate General in Guayaquil continues to process a limited number ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 10 December, 2020 | Topics: Guayaquil, Immigrant Visas, News, Non Immigrant Visas, Press Releases, Visas
12/08/2020 Today, the United States Trade Representative, Robert Lighthizer, and Ecuador Minister of Production, Foreign Trade, Investment, and Fisheries, Iván Ontaneda, signed a new Protocol on Trade Rules and Transparency. This Protocol updates the U.S.- Ecuador Trade and Investment Council Agreement (TIC) with four new annexes comprising state-of-the-art provisions on Customs Administration and Trade Facilitation, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 8 December, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador
The United States Trade Representative, Robert Lighthizer, and Ecuador Minister of Production, Foreign Trade, Investment, and Fisheries, Iván Ontaneda, are pleased to announce the successful conclusion of a Protocol on Trade Rules and Transparency. This agreement is the latest concrete result of the close relationship between Ecuador and the United States under the leadership of ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 8 December, 2020 | Topics: Business, Commercial Opportunities, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador
PRESS STATEMENT
MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE NOVEMBER 25, 2020 Around the world, violence against women harms not only millions of women and girls every year, but also their communities and families. Violence against women, whether in the workforce, the home, a school environment, or as a result of conflict or crisis, is never acceptable. The United States recognizes the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 25 November, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. Agencies
Office of the United States Trade Representative Joint Statement of the United States-Ecuador Trade and Investment Council 11/19/2020 On November 10, the United States and Ecuador held the third meeting of the United States-Ecuador Trade and Investment Council (TIC). The U.S. delegation was led by Deputy U.S. Trade Representative, Ambassador Michael Nemelka, and the Ecuadorian ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 19 November, 2020 | Topics: Commercial Opportunities, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson MEDIA NOTE November 13, 2020 Joint Statement of the U.S.-Ecuador Bilateral Expanded Political Dialogue The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America and the Republic of Ecuador. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo welcomed Foreign Minister Luis Gallegos; Minister ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 13 November, 2020 | Topics: Commercial Affairs, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador
Quito, Ecuador – Today, the U.S. Trade and Development Agency awarded a technical assistance grant to Ecuador’s National Electricity Operator (CENACE) that will enhance the real-time management of the country’s electricity grid and improve the stability and reliability of its power supply network. “Ecuador has ambitious plans to expand its transmission network and interconnections with Colombia ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 21 September, 2020 | Topics: Commercial Affairs, Commercial Opportunities, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador
FACT SHEET Humanitarian and Health Assistance from the United States to Ecuador In Response to the COVID-19 Crisis (Updated January 20, 2021) “This support demonstrates the strong commitment of the United States to the well-being of the Ecuadorian people and especially to its health system in facing this unprecedented crisis, which affects us all.” — Ambassador Michael J. Fitzpatrick As part of the comprehensive and supportive response ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 20 August, 2020 | Topics: Fact Sheets, News
Statement on the Use of Fraudulent Diplomatic Identifications The Embassy is aware of the use of fraudulent diplomatic IDs in Ecuador, falsely representing individuals as being employed by the U.S. Government. The Embassy is also aware of a number of Embassy personnel having been stopped while driving in Quito in recent months; in several of ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 13 August, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Ecuador
PRESS STATEMENT
MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE AUGUST 10, 2020 On behalf of the Government of the United States and the American people, I send warm greetings to the Ecuadorian people as you celebrate the 211th anniversary of your declaration of independence. Even as Ecuador confronts the impact of COVID-19 on its people and economy, it remains a steadfast partner of ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 10 August, 2020 | Topics: Events, Political Affairs, U.S. & Ecuador
USAID delivers additional 200 ventilators to the Ministry of Public Health, as the U.S. Embassy announces historic material and financial assistance in other areas Quito, August 05, 2020. Delivering on President Trump’s pledge to President Moreno and the Ecuadorian people, the United States today delivered 200 latest-generation ventilators and supporting equipment to help Ecuador respond to the COVID-19 pandemic and save lives. At a ceremony at Quito’s Mariscal Sucre International Airport, Ambassador Michael J. Fitzpatrick presented the donation ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 6 August, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador
MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE AUGUST 2, 2020 The People’s Republic of China subsidizes the world’s largest commercial fishing fleet, which routinely violates the sovereign rights and jurisdiction of coastal states, fishes without permission, and overfishes licensing agreements. Given this unfortunate record of illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing, rule-breaking, and willful environmental degradation, it is more important than ever that the international community ...
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By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 2 August, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador
Quito, 04 July 2020. The United States Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), donated a first shipment of 50 brand-new, state-of-the-art ventilators to Ecuador to assist its fight against COVID-19. The donation, which arrived at Quito’s Mariscal Sucre International Airport July 3rd, delivers on President Trump’s offer to President Lenin Moreno of these critically ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 4 July, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador
To commemorate World Refugee Day, U.S. Ambassador to Ecuador Michael J. Fitzpatrick reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to helping migrants, refugees, and host communities Quito, June 20, 2020–On the occasion of World Refugee Day, U.S. Ambassador to Ecuador Michael J. Fitzpatrick reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to protecting and assisting migrants and refugees worldwide. The United States ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 20 June, 2020 | Topics: Culture, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador, U.S. Agencies
Helping Ecuador Respond to COVID-19 Ecuador is confronting the COVID-19 pandemic with support from national and international public and non-profit organizations, the private sector, and private individuals. For those interested in learning more about organizations helping Ecuador respond to this public health emergency, the U.S. Embassy in Quito provides the following illustrative list for informational ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 28 April, 2020 | Topics: News, U.S. & Ecuador
“Today, President Donald J. Trump spoke with President Lenín Moreno of the Republic of Ecuador to discuss ways their governments can cooperate closely to respond to the COVID-19 crisis. President Trump offered to provide critical resources that will assist the Government of Ecuador’s healthcare system deliver life-saving services to its citizens. President Trump also expressed ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 24 April, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE U.S. EMBASSY QUITO PUBLIC AFFAIRS SECTION Notice of Funding Opportunity Funding Opportunity Title: U.S. Embassy Quito and U.S. Consulate Guayaquil, Public Affairs Sections (PAS) Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) Funding Opportunity Number: PAS-SEC-FY20-04 Deadline for Applications: April 30, 2020 CFDA Number: 19.040 – Public Diplomacy Programs Maximum: $10,000 PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The Public Affairs Sections (PAS) ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 8 April, 2020 | Topics: Culture, News, U.S. & Ecuador
Morgan Ortagus, Department Spokesperson The Department of State is rising to meet the historic challenge posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, every day, all over the world. We have no higher duty than to protect American citizens, and have launched an unprecedented global effort to bring home our citizens from every corner of the globe. As ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 24 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Press Releases, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: americans back to usa, covid19, ecuador, repatriation, usa
Department of State’s Global Effort to Bring Americans Home Morgan Ortagus, Department Spokesperson The Department of State is rising to meet the historic challenge posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, every day, all over the world. We have no higher duty than to protect American citizens, and have launched an unprecedented global effort to bring home our citizens from every corner of the globe. As ...
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By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 24 March, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 23 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude All
Global Level 4 Health Advisory – Do Not Travel March 19, 2020 The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. In countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return to the United ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 20 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
The U.S. Embassy and Consulate in Ecuador are pleased to announce the 2020 National Youth Science Camp (NYSCamp) offered to Ecuadorian high school students. The NYSCamp will be held at a facility located in the Monongahela National Forest near Bartow in the eastern mountains of West Virginia. The NYSCamp will take place from Monday, June ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 11 March, 2020 | Topics: Culture, Education, News, Public Affairs, Scholarships and Exchanges, Science & Tech, Study in the U.S., U.S. & Ecuador | Tags: english camp, science youth camp, youth camp
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Quito, Ecuador (March 6, 2020) Location: Ecuador Event: On March 5, the Ecuadorian Ministry of Public Health announced 13 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Ecuador. The Government of Ecuador has implemented enhanced screening to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Travelers whose trips originate in China, South Korea, Italy, and Iran will be subject to mandatory ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 6 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services
Fact Sheet February 12, 2020 United States Bolsters Ties with Ecuador; Improves Prosperity, Security, and Democracy President Donald J. Trump and President Lenin Moreno took great strides to expand the growing positive bilateral relationship at their meeting on February 12, 2020. They agreed to joint measures to strengthen economic, security, and cultural ties to ensure ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 12 February, 2020 | Topics: Commercial Affairs, Commercial Opportunities, Culture, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador
Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 12, 2020 Joint Statement from the President of the United States and the President of the Republic of Ecuador Today, President Donald J. Trump met with the President of the Republic of Ecuador, Lenín Moreno, signaling the historic turn in bilateral ties between our two ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 12 February, 2020 | Topics: News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador
Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 12, 2020 Oval Office 2:42 P.M. EST PRESIDENT TRUMP: Well, thank you very much. It’s great to be with the President of Ecuador — and it’s one of the most beautiful countries in the world — and perhaps equally as important, and maybe even more importantly, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 12 February, 2020 | Topics: News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador | Tags: Donald J. Trump, ecuador white house, president ecuador, trump, white house
Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 7, 2020 Statement from the Press Secretary Regarding the Visit of His Excellency Lenin Moreno Garcés, President of the Republic of Ecuador President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump will welcome President Lenin Moreno Garcés and First Lady Rocio González de Moreno of the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 8 February, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador
The U.S. Consulate General in Guayaquil is pleased to announce that representatives from the Consulate will offer notarial services and accept passport applications in the City of Cuenca on Wednesday, January 29, 2020. Where: Abraham Lincoln Center Calle Borrero 5-18 y Honorato Vásquez Cuenca When: Wednesday, January 29, 2020, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, by ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 13 January, 2020 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Press Releases, U.S. Citizen Services
The U.S. Consulate General in Guayaquil is pleased to announce that representatives from the Consulate will offer notarial services and accept passport applications in the City of Vilcabamba on Thursday, January 16, 2020. Where: Charlitos Diego Vaca de la Vega and Jose Toledo Vilcabamba When: Thursday, January 16, 2020, 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM, by ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 7 January, 2020 | Topics: Guayaquil, News, Notification
U.S. Department of State U.S. Embassy Quito and U.S. Consulate in Guayaquil Notice of Funding Opportunity The Embassy and the Consulate of the United States in Ecuador announces an open competition for past participants (“alumni”) of U.S. government-funded and U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to submit applications to the 2020 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2020). ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 30 December, 2019 | Topics: Alumni, Culture, News, Public Affairs
Quito, December 18, 2019—To fight the global and regional challenge of human trafficking, Ecuador launched its Anti-TIP National Action Plan (2019-2030), funded with contributions from the United States Department of State, on December 18. Minister of Government María Paula Romo, International Organization for Migration (IOM) Chief of Mission, José Iván Dávalos, and U.S. Ambassador to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 18 December, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson October 28, 2019 Secretary Michael R. Pompeo’s Call with Ecuadorian President Lenin Moreno Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo spoke with Ecuadorian President Lenin Moreno today. Secretary Pompeo assured him of the United States’ continued support for his commitment to democratic practices, and for economic reforms to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 28 October, 2019 | Topics: News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador, U.S. Agencies
STATEMENT BY SECRETARY MICHAEL R. POMPEO October 11, 2019 United States Response to Protests in Ecuador The United States supports President Moreno and the Government of Ecuador’s efforts to institutionalize democratic practices and implement needed economic reforms. We are aware and monitoring claims of external actor involvement in these demonstrations. We recognize the difficult decisions ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 11 October, 2019 | Topics: News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Ecuador
Deputy Secretary of State John J. Sullivan led the U.S. delegation to a ministerial-level meeting of the Rio Treaty on September 23 in New York, NY, convened by the state parties. This meeting discussed regional next steps to address the worsening crisis in Venezuela; the previous time the OAS convened this meeting was to discuss ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 24 September, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. Agencies
REMARKS
JOHN J. SULLIVAN, DEPUTY SECRETARY OF STATE NEW YORK, NY SEPTEMBER 23, 2019 Good afternoon. Thank you, Mr. President, Vice-Presidents, and delegates. Today’s meeting of Western Hemisphere democratic countries marks a turning point for the horrific crisis in Venezuela. Your presence here sends a resounding message that freedom and democracy are values our nations cherish, dictators and tyrants will face accountability ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 24 September, 2019 | Topics: Uncategorized
AMERICAN CITIZEN SERVICES IN THE CITY OF CUENCA – September 25, 2019 – September 25, 2019 The U.S. Consulate General in Guayaquil is pleased to announce that representatives from the Consulate will offer notarial services and accept passport applications in the City of Cuenca on Wednesday, September 25, 2019. Where: ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 27 August, 2019 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, U.S. Citizen Services
Ecuador’s National Day August 9, 2019 On behalf of the Government of the United States, I extend congratulations to the people of Ecuador on the 210th anniversary of your country’s First Call for Independence. As illustrated by my constructive meeting with President Lenin Moreno during my recent visit to Guayaquil, the relationship between the United States ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 9 August, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. & Ecuador
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE U.S. Embassy and Consulate in Ecuador, Public Affairs Section (PAS) ***ATTENTION: Unfortunately we are no longer receiving proposals in response to the below Annual Program Statement. Please follow us on Social Media to learn of upcoming funding opportunities in the future.*** ***ATENCIÓN: Lamentablemente ya no estamos recibiendo propuestas en respuesta a las bases ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 1 August, 2019 | Topics: Culture, Education, News
Social Security Individual Consultations in Cuenca and Guayaquil The U.S. Consulate General in Guayaquil is pleased to announce that representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Office will visit Cuenca and Guayaquil to offer individual consultations by appointment for beneficiaries of Social Security and other federal benefit programs. CUENCA Abraham Lincoln Center, Calle Borrero ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 29 July, 2019 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, U.S. Citizen Services
Message for U.S. Citizens – Social Security Individual Consultations in Quito Location: U.S. Embassy Quito – Avigirias Av E12-170 and Eloy Alfaro Av. Quito, Ecuador Event: Social Security Individual Consultations in Quito. The U.S. Embassy in Quito is pleased to announce that representatives from the Social Security Administration’s Regional Federal Benefits Office in Santo ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 29 July, 2019 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, U.S. Citizen Services
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release REMARKS July 20, 2019 Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo And Ecuadorian President Lenin Moreno At a Press Availability July 20, 2019 Hilton Hotel Guayaquil, Ecuador SECRETARY POMPEO: Great. Gracias. Thank you. Mr. President, it’s an honor for me to be here in Ecuador ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 22 July, 2019 | Topics: News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. Secretary of State
U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement by Morgan Ortagus, Spokesperson July 16, 2019 Secretary Pompeo’s Travel to Puerto Rico, Argentina, Ecuador, Mexico, El Salvador, and Florida Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo will travel to Buenos Aires, Argentina; Guayaquil, Ecuador; Mexico City, Mexico; and San Salvador, El Salvador July ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 16 July, 2019 | Topics: News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. Secretary of State
MANTA, Ecuador – The hospital ship USNS Comfort (T-AH 20) arrived in Manta, Ecuador for the first mission stop of the 2019 deployment, June 26. While in Manta, U.S. service members and medical professionals will work alongside partner and host nation medical professionals to provide much-needed medical assistance in communities with urgent health care needs, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 26 June, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador, U.S. Agencies
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE U.S. EMBASSY QUITO PUBLIC AFFAIRS SECTION Notice of Funding Opportunity Funding Opportunity Title: South American Regional Tech Camp: Tech Tools for media and civil society to fight corruption Funding Opportunity Number: PAS-SEC-FY19-01 Date Opened: May 20, 2019 Deadline for Applications: June 20, 2019 CFDA Number: 19.040 – Public Diplomacy Programs Maximum for ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 26 May, 2019 | Topics: Culture, News, Notification, Public Affairs
Embassy Quito Press Release May 22, 2019 BILATERAL EXPANDED POLITICAL DIALOGUE JOINT STATEMENT Following the visit of the Vice President of the United States, Mike Pence, to Ecuador in June 2018, the Bilateral Expanded Political Dialogue between Ecuador and the United States of America took place at the headquarters of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 23 May, 2019 | Topics: News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador, U.S. Agencies
New Cooperation Agreements between the United States and Ecuador During the May 22-23 visit of Under Secretary for Political Affairs David Hale to Ecuador, the United States and Ecuador agreed to expanded cooperation to advance mutual interests in democracy, prosperity, and security. Cultural Patrimony Agreement: The United States and Ecuador signed a memorandum of ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 22 May, 2019 | Topics: Business, Commercial Affairs, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador, U.S. Agencies
USTDA Reopens in Ecuador ARLINGTON, VA – Today, the U.S. Trade and Development Agency announced the reopening of its program in Ecuador to support priority infrastructure projects in the transportation, energy, telecommunications and water sectors, as well as increase export opportunities for U.S. companies. USTDA has not been active in the country since 2005. “This ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 22 May, 2019 | Topics: Business, Government Offices, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador, U.S. Agencies
For Immediate Release MEDIA NOTE May 21, 2019 Under Secretary for Political Affairs David Hale Travels to Ecuador Under Secretary David Hale will travel to Ecuador May 22-23 to strengthen our growing bilateral partnership. He will meet with President Lenin Moreno and Minister of Foreign Affairs Jose Valencia and launch the new Bilateral Political Dialogue ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 21 May, 2019 | Topics: Government Offices, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador, U.S. Agencies
UNITED STATES AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT Office of Press Relations For Immediate Release May 15, 2019 REMARKS USAID Administrator Mark Green’s Participation in a Press Availability Following MoU Signing with Ecuadorian Foreign Minister José Valencia Amores May 15, 2019 Ministry of Foreign Affairs Quito, Ecuador FOREIGN MINISTER VALENCIA: (In Spanish) MODERATOR: (In Spanish) ADMINISTRATOR GREEN: ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 16 May, 2019 | Topics: Government Offices, News, U.S. & Ecuador, U.S. Agencies
UNITED STATES AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT Office of Press Relations For Immediate Release May 15, 2019 READOUT USAID Administrator Mark Green’s Visit to the Republic of Ecuador The following is attributable to Acting Spokesperson Tom Babington: U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Administrator Mark Green visited Quito, Ecuador May 14-15, 2019. The Administrator met with ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 16 May, 2019 | Topics: Government Offices, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador, U.S. Agencies
Location: U.S. Embassy Quito Avigirias Av E12-170 and Eloy Alfaro Av Quito, Ecuador Event: Social Security Individual Consultations in Quito. The U.S. Embassy in Quito is pleased to announce that representatives from the Social Security Administration’s Regional Federal Benefits Office in San Jose, Costa Rica, will visit Quito to assist beneficiaries with specific questions regarding ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 15 May, 2019 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
UNITED STATES AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT Office of Press Relations For Immediate Release May 15, 2019 PRESS RELEASE United States and the Republic of Ecuador Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Advance Development in Ecuador U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Administrator Mark Green today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Honorable José Valencia, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 15 May, 2019 | Topics: Fact Sheets, Featured Event, News, U.S. & Ecuador
United States Agency for International Development Office of Press Relations For Immediate Release May 8, 2019 Media Advisory USAID Administrator Mark Green Travels to Latin America and the Caribbean U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Administrator Mark Green will travel to Trinidad and Tobago, Saint Lucia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Panamá May 9-15, 2019. On this ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 13 May, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador, U.S. Agencies
Remarks Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo On U.S. Latin American Policy April 12, 2012 Casa Piedra Vitacura, Chile **UNEDITED/DRAFT** GUAZZOTTI: Good afternoon. On behalf of the Chilean North American Chamber of Commerce, AmCham Chile, I would like to welcome you all to this important event in honor of the visit of the Secretary ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 12 April, 2019 | Topics: Government Offices, News, Speeches, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo
U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson MEDIA NOTE April 10, 2019 United States Provides Additional Humanitarian Aid to Venezuelans Who Have Fled Their Country Today, Vice President Pence announced that the United States is providing nearly $61 million in additional humanitarian assistance to support the regional response for the 3.4 million Venezuelans who ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 10 April, 2019 | Topics: Government Offices, News
The Department of State Updated its Travel Advisory for Ecuador on April 9, 2019. The full text of the new Travel Advisory follows: Travel Advisory April 9, 2019 Ecuador – Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution Exercise increased caution in Ecuador due to crime. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Do not ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 9 April, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Division of International Conservation International Affairs Latin America Regional Program Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) Number:15.640 Funding Opportunity Number: F19AS00097 Submission Deadline: 23:59 PM ET 12 April 2019 Description: USFWS will support local, national and transnational activities to reduce removal of wildlife and plants (including timber) from natural ecosystems ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 1 April, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. Agencies
Location: Sangay Volcano, Morona Santiago Province, Ecuador. Event: According to the Geophysical Institute of the National Polytechnic School, there is increased volcanic activity at Sangay volcano. The Ecuadorian Ministry of Tourism recommends that visitors do not hike up to the crater or approach the high areas of the volcano. Actions to Take: Avoid the area near ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 28 March, 2019 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens
Quito, 25 de marzo de 2019.- 38 voluntarios del Cuerpo de Paz Ecuador, del Programa de Enseñanza del Idioma Inglés como Lengua Extranjera (TEFL), prestaron juramento en el Palacio de Cristal. Luego de 10 semanas de capacitación, los voluntarios permanecerán en el país por un período de dos años en los cuales trabajarán en escuelas ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 25 March, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador
March 6, 2019 Today, the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) launched the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE), a new initiative supporting women entrepreneurs around the world. The Academy, in support of the White House-led Women’s Global Development and Prosperity Initiative, will equip women with the practical skills needed to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 8 March, 2019 | Topics: Culture, Education, News, Press Releases
We are pleased to present the recent issue of the American Citizen Services (ACS) Newsletter. Articles in this issue include: 2018: Advancing U.S. Goals for Mutual Gain USNS Comfort Visits Ecuador An Interview with Ambassador Todd Chapman Join the American Liaison Network What’s New for U.S. Citizens? Enroll in STEP 2018 By The Numbers
American Citizen Services Consular Mission Ecuador Newsletter Winter 2019 (PDF – 2.044 ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 7 February, 2019 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, U.S. Citizen Services
Remarks Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Organization of American States Washington, DC January 24, 2019 SECRETARY POMPEO: Thank you very much. The United States is a friend of Venezuela and of the Venezuelan people. We have watched Venezuelans suffer for far too long. We know what they know, that the tyranny of the now ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 24 January, 2019 | Topics: News, Political Affairs, Press Releases
Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release January 23, 2019 Today, I am officially recognizing the President of the Venezuelan National Assembly, Juan Guaido, as the Interim President of Venezuela. In its role as the only legitimate branch of government duly elected by the Venezuelan people, the National Assembly invoked the country’s constitution to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 23 January, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. Agencies
Statement by Secretary POMPEO January 23, 2019 The United States recognizes Juan Guaido as the new interim President of Venezuela, and strongly supports his courageous decision to assume that role pursuant to Article 233 of Venezuela’s constitution and supported by the National Assembly, in restoring democracy to Venezuela. As President Trump said, “The people of ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 23 January, 2019 | Topics: News, Political Affairs, U.S. Agencies
Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC January 10, 2019 The United States condemns Maduro’s illegitimate usurpation of power today following the unfree and unfair elections he imposed on the Venezuelan people on May 20, 2018. The United States remains steadfast in its support of the Venezuelan people and will continue to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 10 January, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State
Special Advisor Suzanne Lawrence of the U.S. Department of State’s Office of Children’s Issues visited Ecuador this week to strengthen the operation of the Hague Abduction Convention between the United States and Ecuador. The 1980 Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction, which has been in force between the United States and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 13 December, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador
U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson Statement by Secretary Pompeo on Human Rights Day December 10, 2018 Seventy years ago, the UN General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Emerging from a world war that shocked humanity with its cruelty, the sovereign nations of the world united to specify those rights that are ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 11 December, 2018 | Topics: Human Rights, News, U.S. Secretary of State
By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 4 December, 2018 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, U.S. Citizen Services, Visas
November 27, 2018 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Heather Nauert: Secretary Pompeo met on November 26 with Ecuadorian Foreign Minister Jose Valencia and Finance Minister Richard Martinez. They reaffirmed their commitment to expand bilateral cooperation on a number of political and economic issues, including through the recently relaunched U.S.-Ecuador Trade and Investment Council. Secretary ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 27 November, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador
U.S. Navy Story by Littoral Combat Group One Public Affairs PACIFIC OCEAN (NNS) – Sailors assigned to USS Wayne E. Meyer (DDG 108) conducted a fisheries patrol exercise with the U.S. Coast Guard and Ecuadorian naval assets in the Pacific Ocean on Nov. 22, 2018. The ship, along with an embarked U.S. Coast Guard Law ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 27 November, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador
On November 15, the United States and Ecuador held the second meeting of the United States-Ecuador Trade and Investment Council (TIC). The meeting reflects the interest of both countries in re-engaging and deepening trade and investment ties, and comes after a gap of nine years since the prior meeting. Representatives of both countries discussed a ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 15 November, 2018 | Topics: News
DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTING PROPOSALS: Monday, November 26, 2018, 5:00 p.m. The U.S. Embassy Quito and the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) of the U.S. Department of State are pleased to announce the 2019 call for proposals for the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP). The Fund was established to help countries to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 11 October, 2018 | Topics: Culture, News
MIAMI – The U.S. Navy hospital ship USNS Comfort (T-AH 20) is scheduled to depart Naval Station Norfolk, Va., Oct. 11 en route to South America and Central America where it will conduct an 11-week medical assistance mission working closely with host-nation health and government partners in Ecuador, Peru, Colombia, and Honduras. The purpose of ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 2 October, 2018 | Topics: News, U.S. & Ecuador
U.S. Mission, Ecuador Message for U.S. Citizens VOTING IN 2018 U.S. ELECTIONS September 19, 2018 Your Vote Counts! Did you know that many U.S. elections for House and Senate seats have been decided by a margin smaller than the number of ballots cast by absentee voters? All states are required to count every absentee ballot ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 19 September, 2018 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens
On Patriot Day, we honor the memories of the nearly 3,000 precious lives we lost on September 11, 2001, and of every hero who has given their life since that day to protect our safety and our freedom. We come together, today, to recall this timeless truth: When America is united, no force on Earth can break ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 11 September, 2018 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Western Hemisphere | Tags: Donald J. Trump
The Embassy in Quito and the Ecuadorian Ministry of Foreign Affairs organized the first bilateral dialogue on Human Mobility and Consular Issues to take place on September 10, in “Salón de los Próceres.” The meeting will be attended by delegates from the Vice Ministry of Human Mobility, led by Santiago Chávez, and by a delegation ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 10 September, 2018 | Topics: News, U.S. & Ecuador
Peace Corps Director Jody Olsen completed a visit to Ecuador this week. She met with Ecuadorian President Lenin Moreno and with Fander Falconi, Minister of Education to discuss further cooperation efforts with Peace Corps Ecuador. Director Olsen also delivered remarks at a conference for Peace Corps County Directors from the Inter-America and Pacific region and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 16 August, 2018 | Topics: News, U.S. & Ecuador
Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State Washington, DC, August 9, 2018 On behalf of the Government of the United States, I extend congratulations to the people of Ecuador on the anniversary of the first call to independence on August 10, 1809, which sparked the independence movement in Latin America 209 years ago. Since we ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 9 August, 2018 | Topics: Key Officials, News, U.S. & Ecuador, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Michael R. Pompeo
Estamos gustosos de presentar la edición más reciente del Boletín de Noticias de la Sección de Servicios para Ciudadanos Estadounidenses (ACS). Esta edición contamos con los siguientes artículos (en inglés): Notes from the Consul General Lessons from the 2016 Earthquake Ecuadorian Response to Crises What to Expect From the Embassy During a Crisis Crisis Preparedness ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 18 July, 2018 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
July 13, 2018 Correcting the Record: Erroneous Allegations Claiming U.S. Threats towards the Ecuadorian Government Recent news reports included erroneous allegations about supposed threats and pressures made by U.S. government officials during bilateral discussions with Ecuadorian government officials about a resolution on breastfeeding at the World Health Assembly in Geneva in May 2018. These allegations ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 13 July, 2018 | Topics: News
JUNE, 27-28, 2018 The President of the Republic of Ecuador, Lenin Moreno Garcés, welcomed to Ecuador the Vice President of the United States of America, Mike Pence, who conducted an official visit June 27 – 28, 2018. Both leaders noted with satisfaction the strong bilateral relationship in areas of mutual interest, including the economy, development, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 28 June, 2018 | Topics: Featured Event, News, U.S. & Ecuador | Tags: VPinEcuador
During the June 27-28 visit of Vice President Mike Pence to Ecuador, the United States and Ecuador committed to expanded cooperation to advance mutual interests in democracy, prosperity, and security. Support for Venezuelan Migrants: The United States announced $8.1 million in new funding to the International Organization for Migration for assistance to Venezuelans in the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 28 June, 2018 | Topics: Featured Event, News, U.S. & Ecuador | Tags: VPinEcuador
June 28th – 2018 Palacio Carondelet Quito, Ecuador VICE PRESIDENT PENCE: Well, President Moreno, and to the First Lady, to all the distinguished members of your government thank you for the gracious welcome that you have shown to me and my wife Karen on our very first visit to Ecuador. We were honored to join ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 28 June, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Ecuador, Vice President of the United States | Tags: Mike Pence, VPinEcuador
Natural Disaster Alert – U. S. Mission Ecuador (26 June 2018) Location: Sierra Negra Volcano, Isabela Island, Galapagos, Ecuador Event: According to the Ecuadorian Geographic Institute, on June 26, 2018 the Sierra Negra Volcano began erupting. Rural area habitants have been evacuated to Puerto Villamil as a precaution. The Ecuadorian Geographic Institute has advised ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 27 June, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Natural Disasters, Security & Emergency Messages
Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Department of State’s Bureau of Populations, Refugees, and Migration Nancy Jackson’s Remarks at the Ecuadorian National Assembly to Commemorate World Refugee Day. Thank you National Assembly President Cabezas, UNHCR Country Representative Martin, distinguished guests. Good morning. This is my second visit to this beautiful country. It is a pleasure and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 20 June, 2018 | Topics: News, U.S. & Ecuador
“Vice President Mike Pence will travel to Brazil and Ecuador at the end of June to strengthen regional security with our allies in the hemisphere threatened by the deepening humanitarian, political, diplomatic, and economic crisis caused by gross misrule of Venezuela by the Maduro Regime. The Vice President will reaffirm President Trump’s unwavering commitment to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 4 June, 2018 | Topics: News
Vice President Mike Pence spoke today with President Lenin Moreno of Ecuador to discuss opportunities to reinvigorate the bilateral relationship between the United States and Ecuador. Amidst the General Assembly meeting of the Organization of American States, the two leaders discussed the on-going humanitarian and economic disaster in Venezuela, and the need to work together ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 4 June, 2018 | Topics: News
Lima, Peru THE VICE PRESIDENT: Secretary General Almagro, President Vizcarra, Presidents, Prime Ministers, and leaders from across the Western Hemisphere — it is my great honor to join you today, as Vice President of the United States of America, at the 8th Summit of the Americas. And I bring greetings and great respect to each ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 15 April, 2018 | Topics: News
On Yom HaShoah, or Holocaust Remembrance Day, and during this week of remembrance, we reflect on one of the darkest periods in the history of the world and honor the victims of Nazi persecution. This year marks the 75th anniversary of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising, when the imprisoned Polish Jews mounted a courageous and extraordinary ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 12 April, 2018 | Topics: News, President of the United States | Tags: Donald J. Trump
U.S. Mission, Ecuador Security Alert for U.S. Citizens March 16, 2018 Location: City of Borbón, Esmeraldas province, Ecuador Event: An improvised explosive device detonated at an Ecuadorian naval station in Borbón, Ecuador on March 16, 2018. Initial reports state there were no injuries or deaths, but significant damage to the facility. This is in Esmeralda ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 16 March, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
U.S. Mission, Ecuador Message for U.S. Citizens Passport Execution Fee to Increase by $10.00 on April 2, 2018 March 16, 2018 Important notice: Effective April 2, 2018, the passport execution fee will increase from $25 to $35 for U.S. passport applicants using the DS-11 form, including first-time applicants over age 16, children under age 16, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 16 March, 2018 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens
Effective April 2, 2018, the passport execution fee will increase from $25 to $35. The $10 execution fee increase applies to U.S. passport applicants using the DS-11 form including: first-time applicants over age 16, children under age 16, and applicants who reapply after reporting their previous passport lost or stolen. Customers applying with the DS-11 ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 16 March, 2018 | Topics: Consular Affairs, News, U.S. Citizen Services, U.S. Passports
U.S. Mission, Ecuador Message for U.S. Citizens Primary Elections Begin This Month – Register and request your absentee ballots for all 2018 elections now at
FVAP.gov March 9, 2018 Location: Ecuador Event: This year the entire House of Representatives and a third of the U.S. Senate are up for election. Don’t miss your opportunity to vote ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 9 March, 2018 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens
As we commemorate International Women’s Day on March 8th, the United States renews our steadfast commitment to addressing inequalities between women and men at home and abroad and reaffirms the importance of advancing the status of women and girls globally. We will continue to implement measures to strengthen the economic empowerment of women and girls ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 8 March, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Public Affairs | Tags: Rex Tillerson
Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Thomas A. Shannon, Jr. will travel to Ecuador, Colombia, and Chile February 25-March 3. The Under Secretary will underscore long-standing U.S. support for bilateral priorities and reaffirm U.S. engagement to promote a safe, prosperous, and democratic hemisphere. In Quito, Ecuador on February 25-27, Under Secretary Shannon will meet ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 23 February, 2018 | Topics: News, Public Affairs, U.S. Agencies, Western Hemisphere
U.S. Mission, Ecuador Message for U.S. Citizens Schedule Change for U.S. Passport Pick-Up and Appointment-Free Renewals for Adults (starting March 1st, 2018) February 21, 2018 To better serve U.S. citizens in the Guayaquil consular district, the American Citizen Services Unit will institute new hours for U.S. passport pick-up and appointment-free renewals (form DS-82), beginning March ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 21 February, 2018 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens
Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC January 29, 2018 The United States strongly condemns the attacks against police that took place in Colombia and Ecuador this past weekend. We mourn all those who lost their lives in these cowardly acts and our thoughts are with the families of the deceased and those injured. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 30 January, 2018 | Topics: News
Upcoming Event Alert – U. S. Mission Ecuador (January 29, 2018) Location: Coastal locations in the following provinces in Ecuador: Esmeraldas Manabí Santa Elena Guayas Galapagos Event: On Wednesday, January 31, 2018, the Ecuadorian Secretariat of Risk Management will conduct a tsunami evacuation drill in the coastal areas of five provinces. Sirens will indicate the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 29 January, 2018 | Topics: Events, Messages for U.S. Citizens
U.S. Mission, Ecuador Security Alert for U.S. Citizens: Esmeraldas province January 28, 2018 Location: City of San Lorenzo, Esmeraldas province, Ecuador City of Eloy Alfaro, Esmeraldas province, Ecuador Event: A car bomb caused damage to a local police command center in the early hours of Saturday morning, January 27, 2018 in the city of San Lorenzo, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 28 January, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens
STATEMENT BY HEATHER NAUERT, SPOKESPERSON January 26, 2018 U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson will travel to Austin, Texas, and then to Mexico City, Mexico; Bariloche and Buenos Aires, Argentina; Lima, Perú; Bogotá, Colombia; and Kingston, Jamaica on February 1-7. The Secretary will engage with regional partners to promote a safe, prosperous, energy secure, and democratic ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 26 January, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Rex Tillerson
U.S. Mission, Ecuador Message for U.S. Citizens Voting in 2018 U.S. Elections January 25, 2018 Your vote counts! Did you know that many U.S. elections for house and senate seats have been decided by a margin smaller than the number of ballots cast by absentee voters? All states are required to count every absentee ballot ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 25 January, 2018 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens
Due to the lapse in appropriations, this Website will not be updated regularly. Please visit
@StateDept on Twitter for updates. American Citizen Services and Visa services will continue without interruption.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 20 January, 2018 | Topics: Alert, embassy
U.S. Mission, Ecuador Security Alert for U.S. Citizens: Galapagos region January 16, 2018 Location: Sierra Negra Volcano, Isabela Island, Galapagos, Ecuador Event: According to the Ecuadorian Geographic Institute, greater seismic activity near the Sierra Negra Volcano indicates that an eruption may occur in the near future. The Ecuadorian Geographic Institute has advised visitors to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 16 January, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens
U.S. Mission, Ecuador Message for U.S. Citizens Improvements to Safety and Security Information January 5, 2018 On Wednesday, January 10, 2018, the Department of State will make changes to our safety and security information to make it easier to find, understand, and use. Travel Advisories will replace Travel Warnings and Travel Alerts. Every country will ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 5 January, 2018 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens
U.S. Mission, Ecuador Security Message for U.S. Citizens Holiday Season Safety and Security Reminder December 22, 2017 As holiday celebrations in Ecuador are beginning, so too is the seasonal surge in crime. The threat of street crime (e.g. purse snatchings, pickpockets) is higher in areas where there are large crowds, and U.S. citizens are strongly ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 22 December, 2017 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
U.S. Mission, Ecuador Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Protests in the area of Avenida Naciones Unidas and Rio Amazonas December 13, 2017 The U.S. Embassy has learned of protests in the area of Avenida Naciones Unidas and Rio Amazonas in Quito. The Embassy advises U.S. citizens to avoid the area for the rest of the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 13 December, 2017 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTING PROPOSALS: Friday, January 5, 2018, 5:00 p.m. The U.S. Embassy Quito and the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) of the U.S. Department of State are pleased to announce the 2018 call for proposals for the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP). The Fund was established to help countries to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 29 November, 2017 | Topics: Culture, News
U.S. Mission, Ecuador Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens: Potential demonstrations at Alianza PAIS (AP) headquarters on Shyris Avenue November 28, 2017 Police have closed Shyris Avenue between Portugal Street and Holanda Street because of potential demonstrations at Alianza PAIS (AP) headquarters and these street closings may be extended if circumstances warrant. The atmosphere is politically ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 28 November, 2017 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
The U.S. Embassy has learned of a confirmed bomb threat at the “Unidad de Transparencia y Lucha Contra la Corrupcion” located at Patria Avenue and 9 de Octubre, two blocks west of the Hilton Colon hotel in Quito. All U.S. citizens are advised to stay away from the area for the remainder of the day. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 20 October, 2017 | Topics: Alert, Notification, U.S. Citizen Services
Due to technical issues, the registration period for DV-2019 is being restarted, and all entries made prior to October 18, 2017, will need to be resubmitted for the entrant to be considered. We regret the inconvenience to Diversity Visa entrants. In order to ensure fairness and protect the integrity of the process for all those ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 13 October, 2017 | Topics: Family Immigration, Immigrant Visas, News, Press Releases, Visas
October 18, 2017 The U.S. Consulate General in Guayaquil is pleased to announce that it will take part in an informational fair designed for foreign residents in Cuenca on October 18, 2017. The External Relations Office of the Municipality of Cuenca will be hosting an information fair for the expat community. The fair’s aim ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 11 October, 2017 | Topics: Culture, Events, Featured Event, Federal Benefits, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Notification, U.S. Citizen Services
U.S. Mission, Ecuador Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens: Bomb Threat Unicornio Shopping Center, Quito October 2, 2017 The U.S. Embassy has learned of a confirmed bomb threat to the Unicornio Shopping Center in Quito. According to police contacts, the shopping center has been evacuated and is being searched by Ecuadorian authorities. All U.S. citizens are ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 2 October, 2017 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Our Nation is heartbroken. We mourn with all whose loved ones were murdered and injured in last night’s horrible tragedy in Las Vegas, Nevada. As we grieve, we pray that God may provide comfort and relief to all those suffering. As a mark of ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 2 October, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases | Tags: Donald J. Trump
During National Hispanic Heritage Month, we celebrate the accomplishments of Hispanic Americans who have helped shape our great Nation. We are grateful for the many contributions Hispanic American men and women make to our society and the vibrancy they weave into our American culture. From America’s earliest days, Hispanic Americans have played a prominent and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 15 September, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States | Tags: Donald J. Trump
¿Quieres asistir a ComicCon Ecuador como un superhéroe? Entonces esta es tu oportunidad. Participa en nuestro Concurso #CreaTuHeroe, y gánate dos entradas VIP para ComicCon y conoce al famoso ilustrador estadounidense de comics Bernard Chang. Participar es fácil, solo debes enviarnos una dibujo con tu héroe original, junto a su nombre y descripción de sus ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 17 August, 2017 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture
Statement by Secretary TILLERSON August 10, 2017 On behalf of the United States, best wishes to the Ecuadorian people on the anniversary of the First Cry for Independence. Since we established bilateral relations 169 years ago, our nations have enjoyed deep and growing ties. We have stood with the Ecuadorian people during trying times, and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 10 August, 2017 | Topics: News, Western Hemisphere
Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC August 3, 2017 The United States considers the Venezuelan National Constituent Assembly the illegitimate product of a flawed process designed by the Maduro dictatorship to further its assault on democracy. The process was rigged from the start, from the irregular manner in which the election was decreed ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 4 August, 2017 | Topics: News, Western Hemisphere
Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC July 30, 2017 The United States condemns the elections imposed on July 30 for the National Constituent Assembly, which is designed to replace the legitimately elected National Assembly and undermine the Venezuelan people’s right to self-determination. The United States stands by the people of Venezuela, and their ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 31 July, 2017 | Topics: News, Western Hemisphere
We are pleased to present the inaugural issue of the American Citizen Services (ACS) Newsletter. Articles in this issue include: Information about Passports, Photos, Taxes Zika Information Sheet Travel Alerts/Warnings Quito U.S. Citizen Services Guayaquil U.S. Citizen Services
American Citizen Services Consular Mission Ecuador Newsletter Volume 1, Issue 1 (PDF – 539 KB)
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 5 July, 2017 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens
On June 20, in recognition of World Refugee Day, Ambassador Todd C. Chapman met with Catholic Relief Services (CRS), the Scalabrinian Mission in Quito, and a group of Colombian refugees to reaffirm the U.S. Mission to Ecuador’s commitment to aiding refugees and vulnerable populations. Ecuador receives thousands of refugees from countries such as Colombia each ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 20 June, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, News, U.S. & Ecuador
In recognition of LGBTI Month, the Department of State affirms its solidarity with the human rights defenders and civil society organizations working around the world to uphold the fundamental freedoms of LGBTI persons to live with dignity and freedom. We also recognize that LGBTI persons continue to face the threat of violence and discrimination. Violence ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 8 June, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Ecuador | Tags: Rex Tillerson
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 23, 2017 President Donald J. Trump Announces Presidential Delegation to the Republic of Ecuador to attend the Inauguration of His Excellency Lenín Moreno President Donald J. Trump today announced the designation of a Presidential Delegation to attend the Presidential Inauguration of His Excellency ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 23 May, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States, U.S. & Ecuador | Tags: Donald J. Trump
Geneva, May 1, 2017 Thank you Mr. Vice President. The United States welcomes the Ecuadorian delegation. The United States also remains concerned about the lack of judicial independence caused by executive branch pressure on the judiciary. Bearing in mind these concerns, we make the following recommendations: Promote the exercise of freedom of expression without undue ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 5 May, 2017 | Topics: News, Official Reports, Policy, U.S. & Ecuador
Today, on World Press Freedom Day, we reaffirm our commitment to promoting the fundamental principles of a free press around the world. We honor those men and women who work tirelessly, often at great personal risk, to tell the stories we would not otherwise hear. They are the guardians of democratic values and ideals.
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 3 May, 2017 | Topics: U.S. Agencies
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson ________________________________ For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY MARK TONER, ACTING SPOKESPERSON April 10, 2017 The United States views with grave concern the Venezuelan government’s actions to bar Miranda State Governor Henrique Capriles—a prominent, democratically-elected member of Venezuela’s political opposition and former presidential candidate—from participating in the country’s public ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 11 April, 2017 | Topics: U.S. Agencies
Federal Benefits/Social Security Town Hall Meetings The U.S. Embassy in Quito is pleased to announce that representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Office will visit Quito and Cotacachi to offer general information sessions and individual consultations for beneficiaries of Social Security and other federal benefits programs. General Information Sessions The Regional Federal Benefits Officer will ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 10 April, 2017 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens
Social Security Information Sessions and Individual Consultations in Guayaquil and Cuenca The U.S. Consulate General in Guayaquil is pleased to announce that representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Office will visit Guayaquil and Cuenca to offer general information sessions and individual consultations for beneficiaries of Social Security and other federal benefits programs. General Information ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 10 April, 2017 | Topics: Federal Benefits, Messages for U.S. Citizens
Immigrant Visa and American Citizen Services Information Session Consular representatives from the U.S. Consulate General in Guayaquil will host an information session explaining the process how U.S. citizens and Legal Permanent Residents can petition family members (spouses, children, parents and siblings) for immigration to the United States and to inform the local community of the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 10 April, 2017 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens
AMERICAN CITIZEN SERVICES IN THE CITY OF CUENCA – April 21, 2017 The U.S. Consulate General in Guayaquil is pleased to announce that representatives from the Consulate will offer notarial services, accept passport applications, and deliver completed passports in the city of Cuenca on Friday, April 21, 2017. Where: Abraham Lincoln Center Calle ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 10 April, 2017 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens
For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY MARK TONER, ACTING SPOKESPERSON April 6, 2017 Congratulations to Ecuador’s President-Elect Lenin Moreno The United States congratulates the people of Ecuador on taking part in the second-round Presidential elections on April 2. We also congratulate Lenin Moreno of the Alianza Pais party on his victory. However, we do note the concerns ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 6 April, 2017 | Topics: Key Officials, News
U.S. Mission, Ecuador Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Potential for Election-Related Violence March 31, 2017 The Ecuadorian presidential election will be held on April 2 and may create the potential for violent protests. As a precautionary measure, the U.S. Embassy recommends all U.S. citizens avoid the area near the Consejo Nacional Electoral (CNE) in Quito ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 31 March, 2017 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
The United States condemns the Venezuelan Supreme Court’s March 29 decision to usurp the powers of the democratically elected National Assembly. This rupture of democratic and constitutional norms greatly damages Venezuela’s democratic institutions and denies the Venezuelan people the right to shape their country’s future through their elected representatives. We consider it a serious setback ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 30 March, 2017 | Topics: U.S. Agencies
On March 3, the U.S. Department of State published the annual Country Reports on Human Rights Practices — the Human Rights Reports — which describe the status of internationally recognized human rights in nearly every country around the world, including those rights reflected in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. You can read the full ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 3 March, 2017 | Topics: Human Rights, News, Official Reports
Ecuador’s First Round of Elections The United States congratulates Ecuadorian voters on their participation in national elections on February 19. The Ecuadorian National Council (CNE) has announced that a second round of voting for president will be held April 2. We applaud the efforts of the CNE, and the work of international observation missions. We ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 23 February, 2017 | Topics: News, Speeches
U.S. Mission, Ecuador Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Update Insel Air February 7, 2017 This message is to inform U.S. citizens that, effective immediately, U.S. government personnel under Chief of Mission authority in Ecuador are prohibited from using Curaçao-based Insel Air for official travel. This message is an update to a February 3, 2017, security ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 7 February, 2017 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Insel Air February 3, 2017 This message is to inform U.S. citizens that U.S. Consulate General Curaçao has temporarily prohibited U.S. Consulate Curacao personnel from flying on Insel Air. The Consulate adopted this policy following an internal review of safety-related considerations. You are receiving this message because Insel Air also ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 3 February, 2017 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
U.S. Mission, Ecuador Extended State of Emergency in Morona Santiago January 26, 2017 The Government of Ecuador declared a 30-day state of emergency for the province of Morona Santiago on December 14, 2016. On January 12, the government extended the state of emergency for an additional 30 days. We recommend U.S. citizens avoid unnecessary travel ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 26 January, 2017 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
U.S. Mission, Ecuador State of Emergency in Morona Santiago December 23, 2016 The Government of Ecuador declared a state of emergency for the province of Morona Santiago on December 14, 2016. We recommend U.S. citizens avoid unnecessary travel to this province until the state of emergency is lifted. Demonstrations and other potentially violent acts have ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 23 December, 2016 | Topics: Security & Emergency Messages
Safety Message for U.S. Citizens Holiday Safety December 21, 2016 The U.S. Embassy in Quito and U.S. Consulate General in Guayaquil would like to remind U.S. citizens that as holiday celebrations in Ecuador are beginning, so too is the seasonal surge in crime. The threat of street crime (e.g. purse snatchings, pickpockets) is higher in areas where ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 21 December, 2016 | Topics: Exclude, Security & Emergency Messages
The U.S. Embassy Quito and the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) of the U.S. Department of State are pleased to announce the 2017 call for proposals for the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP). The Fund was established to help countries to preserve cultural heritage and to demonstrate U.S. respect for other ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 21 November, 2016 | Topics: Culture, News
12:20 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon, everybody. Yesterday, before votes were tallied, I shot a video that some of you may have seen in which I said to the American people: Regardless of which side you were on in the election, regardless of whether your candidate won or lost, the sun would come up ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 10 November, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Speeches | Tags: Barack Obama
From the White House residence, the President phoned Donald Trump to congratulate him on his victory early this morning. The President also called Secretary Clinton and expressed admiration for the strong campaign she waged throughout the country. The President will make a statement on Wednesday at the White House to discuss the election results ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 9 November, 2016 | Topics: Exclude, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Government Offices, News, U.S. & Ecuador | Tags: Barack Obama
The U.S. Delegation to the United Nations Conference on Housing and Sustainable Urban Development (Habitat III) in Quito, Ecuador, October 17-20 will be led by Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Julian Castro, with Ambassador Nancy Stetson, Special Representative for Habitat III serving as Deputy Head of Delegation. Urbanization is a ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 12 October, 2016 | Topics: News, Policy
Hurricane Matthew, categorized by the National Hurricane Center as a major hurricane with sustained winds of over 110 mph, has passed directly over or near Cuba, Haiti, and The Bahamas. Further information about Hurricane Matthew is available from the
National Hurricane Center . The Bahamas: The U.S. Embassy in Nassau is closed Wednesday, October 5, through Friday, October 7. However, the embassy ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 6 October, 2016 | Topics: Alert, Notification
U.S. Mission, Ecuador Security Message for U.S. Citizens Demonstrations in Ecuador on August 25, 2016 U.S. Mission Ecuador informs U.S. citizens living and traveling in Ecuador that on Thursday, August 25, 2016, demonstrations are planned throughout Ecuador. We recommend U.S. citizens avoid areas where protests are planned. You should expect transportation delays and detours ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 25 August, 2016 | Topics: Security & Emergency Messages
Embassy’s telephone switchboard will be taken offline on Saturday, July 23 from approximately 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. in order to perform maintenance and upgrades. All Embassy telephone lines will be down including the local telephone service. The U.S. Consulate General in Guayaquil will not be affected. U.S. citizens with emergencies should call 099-788-3222 (011-593-99-788-3222 ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 23 July, 2016 | Topics: Security & Emergency Messages
Message for U.S. Citizens Telephone Outage July 23, 2016 July 22, 2016 The U.S. Embassy in Quito would like to inform U.S. citizens throughout Ecuadorthat the Embassy’s telephone switch will be taken offline on Saturday, July 23 from approximately 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. in order to perform maintenance and upgrades. All Embassy telephone lines will ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 22 July, 2016 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens
The United States has provided millions in humanitarian assistance to help Ecuador in recovery efforts from the April 16 earthquake. This includes support for a USAID airlift of relief supplies, as well as for humanitarian programs that are providing safe drinking water, improved sanitation, hygiene kits, and other supplies to communities affected by the earthquake. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 9 June, 2016 | Topics: News | Tags: earthquake
Assistant Secretary for Consular Affairs Michele Thoren Bond travelled to Ecuador May 16-19 to review consular operations at the U.S. Embassy in Quito and the U.S. Consulate General in Guayaquil. In Quito, Assistant Secretary Bond met with senior Ecuadorian officials to discuss cooperation on international parental child abductions and efforts to strengthen people-to-people ties. En ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 3 June, 2016 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Exclude, News, Press Releases, Travel & Tourism, Visas
On May 15, eight university students travelled to Las Cruces, New Mexico, to participate in a Cultural Diversity exchange program sponsored by the Embassy in cooperation with San Francisco University in Quito. The eight-week program offers the students the opportunity to learn English in an intensive course at the New Mexico State University while living ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 3 June, 2016 | Topics: Culture, Education, News, Scholarships and Exchanges, U.S. & Ecuador
Humanitarian and technical assistance to the Ecuadorian people is a priority for the U.S. Mission to Ecuador. This support will continue throughout the second phase of reconstruction. To date, the United States has provided more than $4 million in humanitarian assistance to help the people of Ecuador. This includes more than 80 tons of supplies ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 2 May, 2016 | Topics: Emergency Services, Natural Disasters, News | Tags: earthquake
In close coordination with the authorities of the Ecuadorian government, the United States Department of Defense and the Office for Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA) delivered on April 26 a mobile equipment for air traffic control (ATC) of Eloy Alfaro International Airport in Manta. The provisional equipment and four experts arrive on a flight from the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 27 April, 2016 | Topics: Natural Disasters, News, U.S. & Ecuador | Tags: earthquake
In close cooperation with the Ecuadorian government an aircraft arrived on April 24 in Quito bringing in emergency humanitarian relief managed by the Office of Foreign Disaster Assistance Abroad(OFDA) of USAID. More than 80 tons of emergency supplies were delivered directly to the Ecuadorian Red Cross. The technical team sent by USAID identified the urgent ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 27 April, 2016 | Topics: Natural Disasters, News, U.S. & Ecuador | Tags: earthquake
Safety Message for U.S. Citizens Update on April 16 earthquake April 22, 2016 The U.S. Mission in Ecuador remains committed to assisting U.S. citizens in the aftermath of the April 16 earthquake, and sent a consular assistance team to Manabí this week to locate U.S. citizens needing assistance. Please contact us at
EcuadorEmergencyUSC@state.gov if you need assistance, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 22 April, 2016 | Topics: Exclude, Security & Emergency Messages
Safety Message for U.S. Citizens Update on April 16 earthquake April 19, 2016 The U.S. Mission in Ecuador remains committed to assisting U.S. citizens in the aftermath of the April 16 earthquake. We have sent a Consular Assistance Team to Manabí to provide consular assistance to U.S. citizens, including accounting for U.S. citizens in the area, helping ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 19 April, 2016 | Topics: Exclude, Security & Emergency Messages
Safety Message for U.S. Citizens Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens April 17, 2016 The U.S. Mission is aware of significant damage caused by the April 16 earthquake, and continues to closely monitor the situation. Some areas of the country have been badly damaged and are difficult to reach at this time. All major airports in Ecuador are ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 17 April, 2016 | Topics: Exclude, Security & Emergency Messages
Safety Message for U.S. Citizens Urgent message regarding April 16 earthquake April 17, 2016 We express our condolences on the tragic loss of life resulting from the April 16 earthquake in Ecuador, and our thoughts go out to all those affected. We are closely monitoring the situation and remain in close contact with Ecuadorian authorities. We recommend ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 17 April, 2016 | Topics: Exclude, Security & Emergency Messages
Security Message for U.S. Citizens URGENT: 7.8 Magnitude Earthquake April 16, 2016 The U.S. Embassy in Quito would like to inform U.S. citizens throughout Ecuador that a 7.8 magnitude earthquake occurred at 1858 in northern Ecuador. Some local damage to buildings and possibly to bridges and roadways has been reported in Quito and Guayaquil. Cell phone ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 16 April, 2016 | Topics: Exclude, Security & Emergency Messages
On April 14, Ambassador Todd Chapman presented his credentials to Ecuadorian Vice President Jorge Glas in a morning ceremony at Palacio de Carondolet. The formal act took place in the Presidents’ Room. After the credentialing ceremony concluded, the Ambassador issued the following statement: I am delighted to have this opportunity to meet with Vice President ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 14 April, 2016 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador
On April 13, the Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security Rose Gottemoeller visited Quito for a series of events and activities that reinforced the U.S.-Ecuador bilateral partnership. During a speech on nuclear security and nonproliferation at the Universidad San Francisco de Quito, the Under Secretary emphasized the importance of international cooperation ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 14 April, 2016 | Topics: News, Policy, Political Affairs, U.S. & Ecuador
On April 13, the U.S. Department of State published the annual Country Reports on Human Rights Practices — the Human Rights Reports — which describe the status of internationally recognized human rights in countries around the world, including those rights reflected in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. You can read the full reports at
www.state.gov ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 14 April, 2016 | Topics: Exclude, News, Reports, U.S. & Ecuador
The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) of the United States Department of Agriculture is pleased to announce that it has amended its regulations on fruits and vegetables and announced today that it will allow the importation of blackberries (Rubus glaucus Benth) and raspberries (Rubus idaeus Linnaeus) from Ecuador to United States mainland starting ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 13 April, 2016 | Topics: Commercial Affairs, News, U.S. & Ecuador
In a program sponsored by the U.S. Embassy in Quito, in cooperation with the General Consulate in Guayaquil, the U.S. Collaborative Governance and Citizen’s Participation expert, Cristina Rodriguez, held workshops in Duran, Guayaquil, and Ambato in order to share experiences surrounding the best practices in municipal government, in fundraising, and in innovative ways to provide ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 6 April, 2016 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ecuador
The Business Unit of the Embassy announce the opening of registration for SelectUSA’s Investment Summit to take place in Washington, D.C., June 19 to 21, 2016. If you represent a company and are considering starting operations or expanding, SelectUSA’s can help you find the answers you need efficiently, saving you time and money. You will ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 6 April, 2016 | Topics: Commercial Affairs, Exclude, News
Message for U.S. Citizens U.S. Citizen Voting Town Hall in Cotacachi on April 12, 2016 April 5, 2016 The Embassy of the United States of America in Quito is pleased to invite you to a Town Hall meeting on Tuesday, April 12, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., at the Municipal Theater in Cotacachi, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 6 April, 2016 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens
Security Message for U.S. Citizens Updated CDC Zika Guidance March 24, 2016 The U.S. Embassy in Ecuador informs U.S. citizens that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a revised travel notice for Ecuador
regarding the Zika virus . Travel to elevations higher than 2,000 m (6,500 ft) above sea level is considered to have minimal likelihood ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 24 March, 2016 | Topics: Exclude, Security & Emergency Messages
Thirteen students who participated in the “Youth Ambassadors 2015” program presented the results of their community projects and had the opportunity to meet the new Ambassador of the United States, Todd Chapman. These outstanding young people shared their experiences, their challenges, and the achievements of their individual projects aimed at benefiting their communities. Workshops and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 22 March, 2016 | Topics: News
The Embassy’s office of Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), in coordination with the government of Ecuador, is hosting a Child Exploitation Cyber Training event March 7 to 10 in Quito. The seminar, supported by Child Rescue Coalition (CRC) and the U.S. State Department, will allow CRC trainers to share their knowledge and experience with approximately 30 ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 8 March, 2016 | Topics: News
Ambassador Todd Chapman assisted in the inauguration of the North American –Ecuadorian Center’s “Abraham Lincoln” library in Cuenca. This space had been previously inaugurated in 1957 to serve as a cultural rendezvous point between Americans and Ecuadorians. The North American-Ecuadorian Center offers English courses for students of all ages and also puts on multiple cultural ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 8 March, 2016 | Topics: News
Students of the College Horizons program and the English Access program (from five different provinces) participated in an English immersion camp. Participants from Santo Domingo, Manabi, Esmeraldas, Guayas and Loja spent three nights and four days in Mindo in order to strengthen their English skills. Eleven professors, 22 volunteers from Cuerpo de Paz, and one ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 3 March, 2016 | Topics: Culture, Education, News
Security Message for U.S. Citizens Crime Advisory March 1, 2016 In light of recent media reports regarding the robbery and murder of two foreign tourists in Montañita, a beach popular with tourists, the U.S. Embassy in Quito and U.S. Consulate General in Guayaquil would like to remind U.S. citizens of the critical crime threat present in Ecuador. The ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 1 March, 2016 | Topics: Exclude, Security & Emergency Messages
On February 17, Ambassador Todd Chapman presented copies of his credentials to Ricardo Patiño at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Human Mobility of Ecuador in a ceremony that took place in the afternoon. Ambassador Chapman was delighted to have the opportunity to meet with the Minister of Foreign Affairs. He thanked Patiño for the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 22 February, 2016 | Topics: News
On Friday, January 29th, Ambassador Designate Todd C. Chapman arrived in Ecuador. The diplomat was confirmed by the U.S. Senate on December 9, 2015 and will start his official activities once he submits his credentials to the Ecuadorian government. During the weekend, Ambassador Chapman and his wife had the opportunity to tour some of the ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 22 February, 2016 | Topics: News
U.S. mission in Ecuador congratulates Runa LLC on being a finalist for the 2015 Secretary of State’s Award for Corporate Excellence The Secretary of State has awarded the ACE each year since 1999, in order to recognize American companies that are leaders in responsible business conduct worldwide. Each of these companies is making an important ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 11 February, 2016 | Topics: News
On January 23, 45 students from Manta, Portoviejo, and Santo Domingo graduated from one of the English Access Microscholarship Programs that the U.S. Embassy sponsors throughout Ecuador. The U.S. Consul General, Patricia Fietz, attended the ceremony and congratulated the students on their effort and commitment to learn a second language. After two years of education ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 10 February, 2016 | Topics: Exclude, Uncategorized
Security Message for U.S. Citizens Additional Information on Zika Virus January 27, 2016 The U.S. Embassy to Ecuador advises U.S. citizens that the Ecuadorian Ministry of Health has confirmed the presence of the mosquito-borne Zika Virus in various areas of the country. As we reported in our January 15 security message, there is a CDC ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 27 January, 2016 | Topics: Exclude, Security & Emergency Messages
Message for U.S. Citizens Register to Vote and Request Your Ballot January 15, 2016 Make sure your ballots arrive in 2016 Register to vote now and request your ballots for the year. The Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) registers you to vote and serves as a request for your state’s absentee ballots for the year. It ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 15 January, 2016 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens
Safety Message for U.S. Citizens Zika Virus Advisory January 15, 2016 The U.S. Mission in Ecuador informs U.S. citizens that the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) is upgrading its
advisories regarding the Zika Virus . For general information about Zika, please visit the
CDC website . To obtain Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (
CDC ) travel notices, call the
CDC at 1-800-CDCINFO (1-800-232-4636) ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 15 January, 2016 | Topics: Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
The American Corner located in the Municipal Library Gonzalez Suarez, 1st floor of Centro Cultural Metropolitano (Garcia Moreno 887 y Espejo) will host the 7th annual festival of Christmas Choirs on Thursday, December 10, at 09:30. Choirs from seven educational institutions (Lethbridge International School, Saint Patrick School, Escuela Concentración Deportiva de Pichincha, Unidad Educativa Particular Bilingüe ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 5 December, 2015 | Topics: American Spaces, Events, News
The Embassy, along with Fundacion Museos de la Ciudad (FMC) and Centro de Arte Contemporáneo de Quito, organized “In Your Own Handwriting, Dialogues in the Arena”. The artistic performance was directed by Suzanne Lacy to mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women 2015. Suzanne Lacy is an American artist, educator, and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 25 November, 2015 | Topics: Events, News
The U.S. Embassy in Quito and the U.S. Consulate in Guayaquil have publicly invited people to attend to the following free concerts, featuring Chicago blues guitarist Lurrie Bell, sponsored by the Quito Blues Festival 2015, la Casa de la Cultura Núcleo del Chimborazo and el Centro Ecuatoriano Norteamericano de Guayaquil: Riobamba: Tuesday, August 4th, 19h00, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 4 August, 2015 | Topics: Exclude, News
The Consular Section of the Embassy in Quito and the US General Consulate in Guayaquil, in order to enhance our customer’s experience, have made several improvements to our processes. These include expanding the interview waiver program for non-immigrant visas, and offering a more efficient process. As of July 6: Applicant will not be required to ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 9 July, 2015 | Topics: Exclude, News
The Consular Section of the Embassy in Quito and the US General Consulate in Guayaquil, in order to enhance our customer’s experience, have made several improvements to our processes. These include expanding the interview waiver for non-immigrant visas, and offering a more efficient process. As of July 6: Applicant will not be required to be ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 1 July, 2015 | Topics: Exclude, News, Visas
The Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) poses a clear threat to thepeople of Iraq and Syria, and to the broader Middle East, as well as U.S.persons, allies and interests in the region. Left unchecked, ISIL could pose a growing threat beyond the region, including to the U.S. homeland. The United States is ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission Ecuador | 11 September, 2014 | Topics: Exclude, News, Political Affairs
