Ecuador
Republic of Ecuador
People: Ecuadorean
Ecuador is located in South America and has a population of around 18.1 million. Its capital city is Quito, and the most widely spoken official language is Spanish.
Ecuador — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Republic of Ecuador |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Quito |
| Continent | South America |
| Region | South America |
| Population | 18,103,660 |
| Area | 276,841 km² |
| Currency | United States dollar (USD) $ |
| Official Language | Spanish |
| Dialling Code | +593 |
| Internet TLD | .ec |
| Timezones | UTC-06:00, UTC-05:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | EC / ECU |
| Borders | Colombia, Peru |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ecuador
What is the capital of Ecuador?
The capital of Ecuador is Quito.
What currency does Ecuador use?
Ecuador uses the United States dollar (USD, symbol: $).
What language do they speak in Ecuador?
The official language of Ecuador is Spanish.
What is the dialling code for Ecuador?
The international dialling code for Ecuador is +593.
What side of the road does Ecuador drive on?
Ecuador drives on the right-hand side of the road.
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