Guidance

Ecuador: mental health support abroad

Information on mental health assistance for British nationals in Ecuador, including how the British embassy can help.

• From: Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
• Published: 6 July 2021
• Last updated: 10 July 2026
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  1. 10 July 2026

     The guide has been substantively reviewed and updated.

  2. 27 May 2025

     Updated version.

  3. 10 June 2024

     Updated version.

  4. 27 September 2023

     Updated information.

  5. 12 October 2022

     Guidance reviewed and updated

  6. 22 November 2021

     Updated version.

  7. 6 July 2021

     First published.

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Mental health support for UK nationals in Ecuador

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Includes information on:

• how to get medical help
• renewing prescriptions
• compulsory hospitalisation

See also foreign travel advice for people with mental health needs and mental health and travelling abroad.