Message for U.S. Citizens
Ecuador Updates Entry Requirements for Galapagos
August 26, 2021
Effective September 1, 2021, all foreign travelers age 16 and older who are not residents of Ecuador must present the following when entering the Galapagos Islands:
- A negative RT-PCR test taken a maximum of 72 hours prior to travel, counting from the time the sample was taken, AND
- A vaccination card showing the traveler received a complete series of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days prior to travel, AND
- A “transit control card” issued by the Government of Galapagos.
Foreign travelers between the ages of 2 and 16, as well as residents of Ecuador age 2 and older, do not require a vaccination card, but must present:
- A negative RT-PCR test taken a maximum of 72 hours prior to travel, counting from the time the sample was taken, AND
- A “transit control card” issued by the Government of Galapagos.
These new entry requirements only apply to the Galapagos Islands. The entry requirements for international arrivals to Ecuador have not changed. International travelers entering Ecuador are still permitted to present proof of a negative COVID-19 RT-PCR test taken no more than three (3) days before entering OR a COVID-19 vaccination card showing the traveler received a complete series of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days prior to entry.
Please note procedures may change at any time. We encourage you to visit our COVID-19 webpage for the latest information on COVID-19 in Ecuador.
Assistance
- U.S. Embassy Quito, Ecuador
Ave. Avigiras E12-170 y Ave. Eloy Alfaro
+(593)(2) 398-5000
ACSQuito@state.gov - U.S. Consulate General Guayaquil, Ecuador
Santa Ana St. and Jose Rodriguez Bonin Ave., San Eduardo
+(593)(4) 371-7000
ACSGuayaquil@state.gov - State Department – Consular Affairs
+1-888-407-4747 or +1-202-501-4444 - Ecuador Country Information
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