Ecuador uses the American Dollar (USD) as the country’s official currency. The USD is the world’s most traded currency, with the Euro and Japanese Yen following respectively.
The USD is seen as the default global currency, so this actually makes sending money to Ecuador so much easier. If you are sending money to Ecuador in USD, you are saving at least 2% on every transaction, as money transfer services generally mark up these rates significantly. Using the USD offers you access to the best services and exchange rates.