‼ About the introduction of a curfew in several provinces in Ecuador ‼ In accordance with Executive Order No. 519 of October 15, 2026, the President of Ecuador, D. Novoa, introduced a temporary restriction on the movement of citizens in order to fight organized crime and ensure public safety. The curfew is in effect every day between 00:00 and 05:00 until November 10 inclusive. The restriction applies to five provinces in the country: Goiás, Manbí, El Oro, Esmeraldas and Los Rios.
During the curfew period the following exceptions are provided:
- The movement of people traveling to the airport for departure or arrival on night flights is permitted. You must have an identification document as well as a printed boarding pass; - Taxi drivers transporting passengers to or from the airport must carry their ID card and the passenger's boarding pass;.
- Guayaquil and Menta airports continue to operate as usual. Airport employees can travel if they have the appropriate official identification;.
- Ensuring the operation of public services, including hospitals, as well as the possibility of worker movement in strategically important branches. At the same time, special permits will not be given to citizens who are not within the scope of the exceptions to move during the curfew. AMN employees and the national police will individually evaluate the circumstances in each case, including emergency situations related to the presence of citizens on the street during the restrictions period.