Ecuador visa requirements for Zambians

Travel and visa requirements

Ecuadorean Visa is not required for Zambians

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • Zambians intending to visit Ecuador can stay for a duration of 90 days without a visa.
  • Zambians intending to visit Ecuador are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with at least two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
  • There is a 5 percent tax on currency taken out of Ecuador above $1098.00.
  • Ecuador uses 110 volts, 60 cycle electricity, the same as the US. Plugs are typically the 2 pronged flat types so US travelers will not typically need a converter or adapter.
  • Zambia is 7 hours ahead of Quito, Ecuador.
  • The coastal lowlands in the western part of Ecuador are typically warm with temperatures in the region of 25 °C (77 °F). Coastal areas are affected by ocean currents and between January and April are hot and rainy. The weather in Quito is consistent with that of a subtropical highland climate.
  • The predominant religion is Roman Catholic, but there is a scattering of other Christian faiths. Indigenous Ecuadorians, however, have blended Catholicism and their traditional beliefs.
  • Ecuador's official currency is the US dollar. Aside from euros, Peruvian soles and Colombian nuevos soles, it's very difficult to change foreign currencies in Ecuador.
  • Tourists traveling to Ecuador can:
  • Cruise the Galapagos Islands. Tour the historic islands where Charles Darwin developed his theory of evolution.
  • Straddle the Equator in Quito.
  • Downhill Mountain Biking on Cotopaxi Volcano.
  • Shop at Otavalo Market.
  • Explore the Amazon Jungle.
  • Trek the Quilotoa Loop. 
  • Get Wet and Wild in Banos. 
  • Learn to Surf in Montanita.
  • Exercise increased caution when traveling in Ecuador, and do not travel to the province of Carchi, the province of Sucumbíos, and the northern part of Esmeraldas province, including Esmeraldas city due to crime.
  • Penalties for possessing, using, or trafficking illegal drugs in Ecuador are severe. Offenders can expect long jail sentences and heavy fines.
  • Never agree to carry a suitcase or package through customs for anyone.
  • Mud or lava flows from Tungurahua volcano could pose a significant and immediate threat to travelers in Baños.
  • The town of Latacunga is directly in the path of potential mud or lava flow from the Cotopaxi volcano. Even small emissions from the volcano can trigger avalanches and landslides. Low lying areas in the greater Quito area could also be affected if Cotopaxi erupts.
  • In the event of a natural disaster, pay attention to the news media for updates.
  • Many Ecuadorian tour vessels operating in the Galápagos do not meet international safety standards. Inquire about safety features when boarding vessels.
  • The two hospitals on Santa Cruz and San Cristobal Islands do not perform major medical procedures.
  • Serious injury or illness in the Galapagos typically requires medical evacuation to the Ecuadorian mainland. This can cost $60,000 or more and take significant time to arrange. We strongly recommend you purchase travel insurance that includes health coverage and air evacuation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ecuador safe for tourists?

Travelers hitting Ecuador's hot spots should use all the typical travel safety advice they'd normally do in every country. Take extra precautions in a few tourist areas in the capital city of Quito too.

What is Ecuador well known for?

Charles Darwin visited Ecuador's Galápagos Islands in 1835 and largely based his theory of evolution on the discoveries he made there.

Is Ecuador expensive to visit?

Ecuador is not that expensive. Budget hotels are only slightly more expensive than hostels, with prices starting around $18 USD per night for a double. Free WiFi and free breakfast are also common.

What is the best time of the year to go to Ecuador?

On the coast, the dry season from late May and June to November is unpleasantly cool, muggy and overcast. So if you like lying on beaches, then the rainy season from December and January to April and May is surprisingly the best time to visit Ecuador.

Can foreigners buy property in Ecuador?

There are no restrictions on foreign real estate investment in Ecuador. Anyone can freely buy property in Ecuador upon their arrival using only their passport as identification. The Ecuador constitution guarantees the right to buy and hold the property for everyone, citizens, and foreigners.