Embassy of Ecuador in Mexico City, Mexico; address Sección de Intereses del Ecuador en la Embajada de Suiza en México, Mexico City; phone +525526242310.…
Head of mission: Mr. Francisco Carrión Mena, Ambassador (as of 2022)
Head of mission: Mr Enrique Watanabe García, Consul (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Christian José Ochoa Quinteros, Vice-Consul (as of 2010)
Ecuador presents a compelling destination for Mexican travelers, showcasing a diverse array of cultural and natural attractions. With its unique offerings, such as the Galápagos Islands, the Andes mountains, and the Amazon rainforest, it appeals to a segment of the 7.3 million Mexicans who travel internationally each year.
Ecuador is generally considered safer for tourists compared to Mexico, based on various crime statistics. According to the Global Peace Index, Ecuador ranks 128th out of 160 countries, while Mexico is ranked 136th. In terms of murder rates, Ecuador has a rate of 14.0 per 100,000 people, significantly lower than Mexico's rate of 28.2. Additionally, the rates of female murders are also lower in Ecuador (2.5) compared to Mexico (6.2). The Global Organized Crime Index further highlights that Ecuador has lower indices for various crime categories compared to Mexico. For instance, mafia groups and crime networks score 6.5 and 5.5 in Ecuador, while Mexico scores 9.0 in both categories. Overall, while no destination is without risk, Ecuador presents a relatively safer environment for tourists coming from Mexico.