ECUADOR - SECURITY CONSIDERATIONS

The delincuency in Ecuador could be rated as mild compared to countries like Colombia and Perú. Ecuador does not have an organized guerrilla movement. This has allowed Ecuador to live in relative calm since we have efficiently controlled our borders.
Professional criminal activity and opportunistic street crime are a problem in some areas but recent security measures are beginning to improve these situations.

In Ecuador, there are numerous multinational companies who do not view security as a serious problem for their installations and people. Reasonable and appropriate precautions ensure that they can effectively conduct business.

Police and Military

Police in Ecuador are working with the cooperation of Military Forces in order to keep control of as many of the areas in the country as possible.

There are private enterprises which hire private guards as well.

The military is the primary authority in dangerous areas. They also provide for logistical (Aircraft, Helicopters and Trucks) and personal services for the transportation and custody of private goods that favor the economic interest of the country.

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Dangerous areas

In touristic places like all over the world, it's necessary to be aware about the presence of pick pockets; just take a copy of your passport with you and leave all the rest of your documents in the safe from the hotel. Do not carry so much money with you.

Make sure you don't carry big or too attractive backpacks and always keep control of them during your visit to big cities, basically in Quito it's important to pay attention during your visit to the old city.

Once in the areas of airports, please never leave your luggage unattended and keep always control of the safety of your carry ons.

Always follow the instructions of your guide, he/she will lead you into safe places.