2 missions of Cyprus in Ecuador: Consulate of Cyprus in Quito, Ecuador; Vice Consulate of Cyprus in Guayaquil, Ecuador. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr. Álvaro Noboa, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Cyprus, 29 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Mr Bolivar Santiago Maldonado Guevara, Honorary Vice-Consul (as of 2010)
Cyprus offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and strategic location in the Mediterranean, making it an appealing destination for some Ecuadorian travelers. With around 500,000 Ecuadorians traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Cyprus an intriguing option for their travels.
Cyprus is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Ecuador. It ranks 11th among 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night. According to the Global Peace Index, Cyprus is ranked 86th out of 160 countries, significantly safer than Ecuador, which ranks 128th. Crime statistics further highlight this difference: Cyprus has a murder rate of 1.3 per 100,000 people, compared to Ecuador's 14.0. Female murder rates also reflect this trend, with Cyprus at 1.1 and Ecuador at 2.5. In terms of organized crime, Cyprus scores better across various categories, with lower indices indicating less crime activity compared to Ecuador. For instance, Cyprus has a mafia group index of 3.5 versus Ecuador's 6.5, and an arms trafficking index of 2.5 compared to Ecuador's 7.5. Overall, tourists from Ecuador can feel relatively safe when visiting Cyprus, as it presents a lower risk of violent crime and organized crime compared to their home country.