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How to Call Ecuador from the United States
Country code +593 — Dial 011 593 99 XXX XXXX from a US landline or +593 99 XXX XXXX from a mobile phone.
What to Dial
- 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
- 2Dial 593, the country code of Ecuador.
- 3Dial the number: 9 digits for mobiles and 8 for landlines, without the leading 0 used for calls inside Ecuador.
| Calling a… | Written in Ecuador | From a US landline | From a cell phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile | 099 XXX XXXX |
011 593 99 XXX XXXX |
+593 99 XXX XXXX |
| Landline (Pichincha) | (02) XXX-XXXX |
011 593 2-XXX-XXXX |
+593 2-XXX-XXXX |
X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 093 or 095–099. More number types: Ecuador phone number format.
Mobile or Landline?
Ecuador had 102 mobile subscriptions and 6.7 landlines per 100 people in 2024. Most people you call will be on a mobile, so ask for their mobile number and check what your plan charges for calls to Ecuador mobiles.
Source: World Bank (ITU).
Calling Tips for Ecuador
Best Time to Call
To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Quito, call between 9:00 AM–8:00 PM EST (6:00 AM–5:00 PM PST). Ecuador doesn’t change its clocks, so the gap moves by an hour when the US does.
Ecuador is on UTC−5, the same time as US Eastern Time right now.
Cost Saving Tips
- VoIP services such as Google Voice or Vonage usually charge less per minute than a carrier's standard international rate.
- WiFi calling apps (WhatsApp, Viber, FaceTime) are free when both parties have the app.
- Check your carrier's international plan — many offer add-on packages.