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Ecuador

The practical basics before you go: plugs, emergency numbers, money, tipping and the time.

Emergency911All emergencies

Plug typesA · B120 V · 60 Hz CurrencyUSDUS Dollar

Drives on theright

TippingA service charge is often included

Local time–+593 · Calling code

The country in brief

About 18.3 million people live in Ecuador, on 257,204 km². The capital is Quito.

Capital: Quito
Population: 18,289,896
Area: 257,204 km²
Official languages: Spanish, Shuar, and Northern Quichua

Land borders

Colombia Peru

Facts change, so check the important things before you travel.
Population: World Bank, 2025 (CC BY 4.0). Capital, area and languages: Wikidata. Facts fetched October 30, 2026.

Before you go

Which plugs are used in Ecuador?
Sockets take plug type A/B, at 120 V and 60 Hz.
That is lower than Europe's 230 V: phone and laptop chargers handle it, but check hair dryers and the like.
What is the emergency number in Ecuador?
Call 911 for police, ambulance and fire.
Do you tip in Ecuador?
A service charge is often included.
Which side of the road do they drive on in Ecuador?
Traffic drives on the right.
What currency is used in Ecuador?
Prices are in US Dollar (USD).
What language do they speak in Ecuador?
Official languages: Spanish, Shuar, and Northern Quichua.
How do I call a number in Ecuador from abroad?
To call a number there from abroad, start with +593.