# U.S. travel advisory for Ecuador

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/us-travel-advisory-for-ecuador
> Updated: 2026-09-09T12:15:32.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

The U.S. Department of State issued a Level 2 ‘Exercise Increased Caution’ advisory for Ecuador, citing risks of violent crime, terrorism, and kidnapping. Officials noted that murders, assaults, and armed robberies are frequently linked to drug trafficking and transnational criminal organizations. Specific high-risk areas identified include parts of Guayaquil and the coastal provinces of Manabí and Santa Elena.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-09: US updates Peru travel advisory citing crime and kidnapping risks

The U.S. State Department updated its Peru travel advisory to Level 2, warning of violent crime, kidnapping, and terrorism, while maintaining Level 4 “Do Not Travel” warnings for specific high-risk regions.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-updates-peru-travel-advisory-citing-crime-and-kidnapping-risks

### 2026-08-21: Ecuador travel advisory issued due to violent crime and kidnapping risks

The U.S. Department of State issued a Level 2 travel advisory for Ecuador, warning of increased risks of kidnapping, extortion, and violent crime linked to drug trafficking in specific regions.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ecuador-travel-advisory-issued-due-to-violent-crime-and-kidnapping-risks

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