Community · Londres
Ecuadorians in London
One of the founding communities of Latin London — from Seven Sisters to Elephant & Castle. Everything you're looking for, in one place.
15,756
born in Ecuador (2021 census)
7,985
registered to vote in the UK (2025)
US$76M
in remittances a year from the UK
Your country's paperwork, from London
What your community searches for most — answered plainly, with the official source.
Consulate
Consulado del Ecuador en Londres
9 John Sessions Square, E1 8NQ
+44 20 3905 215024/7 emergencies: +44 7580 331084
Monday to Friday, 10:00–13:30
💡 Appointments at citas.cancilleria.gob.ec. The cédula is renewed at the consulate: US$18, CASH only, and it arrives by diplomatic pouch in 7-15 working days.
How do I renew my Ecuadorian cédula in London?
With an appointment at the consulate: it costs US$18, cash only, and the cédula arrives by diplomatic pouch in 7-15 working days.
Can I vote in Ecuador's elections from the UK?
Yes — voting abroad is optional. In the Nov 2025 referendum voting took place at the Pimlico venue (47 Cumberland St). Register at the consulate; there are mobile consulates for those not yet registered.
How do I do a power of attorney or apostille documents?
Both are consulate services (by appointment). The proof-of-life certificate for IESS pensions is done there too.
Your life in the UK
The British paperwork coming your way, explained properly.
The tourist visa they now require (changed in 2024)
Since 26 Nov 2024, Ecuadorians need a visa even for tourist visits. If your family plans to come, have them apply in good time.
Your first weeks: NIN, bank, GP
The newcomer's step-by-step.
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Your people
Where your community gathers: food, faith, sport and meeting places.
Elephant & Castle and Walworth
Miko's Ecuadorian Kitchen (Elephant Park) and Komá (Walworth Rd) keep Ecuadorian cooking alive in the south.
Seven Sisters — the history
The Latin Village was the Ecuadorian-Colombian hub for decades; the market reopened in October 2025 after the community's long fight.
The Latin churches
More than 20 congregations; the Comunidad Cristiana de Londres gathers thousands, mostly Ecuadorians.
Ecuavóley in London?
We know it's played — but nobody has documented it. If you know the courts, write to us and let's map London's ecuavóley together.
Dates that matter
First Cry of Independence
The consulate holds an annual celebration (in 2025 it was 16 Aug, with registration)
Carnaval del Pueblo (Burgess Park)
Europe's biggest Latin festival — with an Andean stage
Send money home 🇪🇨
Compare how much actually arrives with each service — fee and exchange rate included.
Compare now →Community, media and support
Ecuadorian Community Association (ECA)
Founded in 2007 with the Embassy's support: integration, legal guidance and cultural festivals.
IRMO and the pan-Latin organisations
Free immigration, work and housing advice in Spanish — serving the whole community.
Facebook groups
"Ecuatorianos en Londres" and groups by province — the community's digital square (unverified: watch out for scams).
Facts checked against official sources (July 2026). Spotted something out of date? Write to [email protected].