Embassy of Paraguay in Quito, Ecuador; address Av. 12 de Octubre No. 24-584 and Francisco Salazar, Torre Sol Verde Building, 170109, Quito; phone…
Head of mission: José Emilio Gorostiaga Peña, Ambassador (as of 2025)
Head of mission: Mr. Xavier Félix Simón Isaías, Honorary Consul General (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Ecuador, 1 Oct 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. David Sperber, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Ecuador, 1 Oct 2024)
Paraguay offers a unique blend of history and natural beauty, making it an intriguing option for some Ecuadorian travelers. Although it may not be widely recognized as a tourist hotspot, the country presents diverse experiences for those willing to explore. With around 500,000 Ecuadorians traveling abroad annually, a segment of this population may find Paraguay appealing.
Paraguay is generally considered a safer destination for tourists compared to Ecuador. According to the Global Peace Index, Paraguay ranks 71st out of 160 countries, while Ecuador is ranked 128th. The murder rate in Paraguay is 7.8 per 100,000 people, significantly lower than Ecuador's rate of 14.0. In terms of organized crime, Paraguay has a mixed profile: while it has lower scores in some areas (e.g., heroin trade at 1.0), it also faces challenges with crime networks and state crime, scoring 7.5 and 8.0 respectively. Overall, while both countries have crime issues, Paraguay offers a relatively safer environment for tourists from Ecuador.