The impact of a global temperature rise
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We strongly recommend that all British citizens resident or travelling to Ecuador register with us on LOCATE. Thank you! More information
New global out of office hours emergency number - from 2 December 2009
When the Embassy in Quito is closed, emergency calls will be handled by a centralised Global Response Centre in London. Find out more here.
British Embassy in Ecuador
The British Embassy represents the British Government in Ecuador. We play an active role in strengthening links between Ecuador and the UK at all levels. We are part of the Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO), the headquarters of which are located in London. Find out more about us!
New Passport issuing arrangements from 12 October 2009
Passports for British nationals in Ecuador will be processed and printed in Washington from 12 October 2009.
The British Embassy in Quito
Will be closed on Tuesday 24th November due to staff training. For any emergency case, please contact our Duty Officer number: +593 9 2029 944
Emergency contact details
In case of a real emergency involving a British citizen outside normal working hours, you should contact the Duty Officer on: +593 (0) 92 029 944 contact us
Scams in existence in Ecuador
There are individuals and organisations in every country that will try to deceive others for personal gain. Find here some pointers so as not to fall foul of the scammers’ efforts.
Bilateral Programme
Ecuador has an outstandingly rich biodiversity. It is in our common interest to protect this environmental jewel, above all because of the dangers of Climate Change, which threatens our planet. find out more
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Human Rights resolution on Iran
20 November 2009
The United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution on the situation of human rights in the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Change of Ambassador to Mozambique
20 November 2009
Mr Anthony Shaun Cleary has been appointed British High Commissioner to the Republic of Mozambique in succession to Mr Andrew Soper.
Ecuador, Quito, British Embassy
Ecuador, Quito, British Embassy
Citiplaza Building,
Naciones Unidas Ave. and Republica de El Salvador 14th Floor
(Consular Section 12th floor)
PO Box 17-17-830,
Quito
Telephone:
(593) (2) 2970 800 / 801
Fax:(593) (2) 2970 809 Commercial
(593) (2) 2970 807 Consular
(593) (2) 2970 811 Chancery
GMT:
Embassy: Mon-Thurs: 1230-1730 and 1830-2100
Fri: 1230-1730
Local Time:
Embassy: Mon-Thurs: 0730-1230 and 1330-1600
Fri: 0730-1230
