Huaquillas Postal Codes: 070501 to 070504 | El Oro

Key Facts

Huaquillas is a canton located in the El Oro province of southwestern Ecuador, positioned directly on the border with Peru along the Pacific coast. This strategically important border town serves as one of Ecuador's primary international crossing points, situated approximately 80 kilometers southwest of the provincial capital Machala. With an estimated population of around 50,000 people, Huaquillas covers an area of approximately 72 square kilometers and functions as a major commercial hub for cross-border trade between Ecuador and Peru. The canton is divided into a single urban parish, also named Huaquillas, which contains the main urban center and surrounding areas. Its location at the mouth of the Zarumilla River and proximity to the Pacific Ocean gives it significant economic importance for regional commerce and transportation. As a border canton, Huaquillas plays a crucial role in facilitating international trade and movement between the two countries, with its economy heavily dependent on cross-border commerce and related services. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for Huaquillas and its surrounding areas, comprehensive resources are available to assist with location-specific queries and navigation needs.

Neighboring Regions

• Arenillas
• Santa Rosa
• Machala