Visitors should carry identification with them at all times. Copies of passports should be used, keeping the originals in a safe place. We advise against travel to Sucumbios province on the border with Colombia because of the risks to personal safety. Take extra care in the border regions generally, if you must visit them. Ecuador is located in an earthquake zone.
Tremors are common.
Do not get involved in drugs in Ecuador. Trafficking is a serious crime, penalties are harsh and prison conditions are grim. There are already a number of British prisoners for drugs related crime. Visit extensions of a further 90 days can be obtained through the local immigration authorities. Overstaying without permission from the immigration authorities is an offence and will result in a fine.