Diplomatic relations between Türkiye and Ecuador that were established in 1950 have gained a new momentum in recent years. Both countries enjoy excellent relations and share a common will to further enhance their relations.

Ecuador opened its Embassy in Ankara at the end of 2009 and the Turkish Embassy in Quito was opened in 2012. Türkiye has an Honorary Consulate in Guayaquil, while Ecuador has one in Istanbul.

The visit of former Ecuadorian President H.E. Rafael Correa to Türkiye on 15-16 March 2012 constituted the first Presidential visit between the two countries. H.E. Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, President of the Republic of Türkiye paid an official visit to Ecuador on 3-4 February 2016.

Improving economic relations are among the common goals of the two countries. Bilateral trade has marked an increasing trend in recent years. It amounted to 117,4 million USD (exports: 59 million USD, imports: 58,4 million USD) in 2019.