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Customs & Cash — Ecuador

What travelers need to know about customs & cash in Ecuador. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.

Short answer

Customs & Cash in Ecuador: restricted — there are real limits travelers must follow.

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RESTRICTED

Declare USD 10,000 or more when entering or leaving Ecuador — and on exit, amounts of USD 1,200 or more are subject to a 5% currency-exit tax.

Failure to declare can lead to fines, confiscation, or criminal charges (FCDO).

§ US State Dept — Ecuador

Verified Jul 20, 2026

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