Ecuador will introduce new yellow fever vaccination requirements for travellers arriving from four neighbouring countries starting May 12.
Visitors from Peru, Colombia, Bolivia and Brazil who have stayed in any of these countries for more than 10 days will need to present a valid yellow fever certificate upon entry.
The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has updated its travel advice to reflect this new health requirement.
The certificate must prove that travellers received their yellow fever vaccination at least 10 days before their journey to Ecuador.
Ecuador will introduce new yellow fever vaccination requirements
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Travellers are advised to consult TravelHealthPro's Ecuador guide for complete details about medical entry requirements and recommended vaccinations.
"This information is for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK," stated the FCDO.
"It is based on the UK Government’s understanding of Ecuador’s current rules for the most common types of travel. The authorities in Ecuador set and enforce entry rules."
If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the Ecuadorian Embassy in the UK.
The latest requirement adds to Ecuador's existing entry conditions for international visitors.
"To enter Ecuador, your passport must have an 'expiry date' at least six months after the date you arrive," states the FCDO.
Travellers are urged to check with their travel providers that their passports and other travel documents meet all requirements.
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Visitors can enter Ecuador without a visa for up to 90 days
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"You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen," the FCDO warned.
Visitors can enter Ecuador without a visa for up to 90 days in any 12 months.
If you’re already in Ecuador and want to stay longer than 90 days, you can pay to extend your stay (in Spanish) by an extra 90 days.
The Ecuadorean Embassy in the UK can provide further clarification on how different requirements apply to specific travel situations.
