How to Purchase the Transit Control Card (TCT) for the Galápagos Islands Online

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The Transit Control Card (TCT) for the Galápagos Islands can be conveniently purchased online through a digital system enabled by the Galápagos Government Council. It is highly recommended to pre-register online to expedite the process of obtaining the TCT at the airport.

How to Buy the TCT Online

Access the Website: Visit the Galápagos Government Council’s digital platform at https://siig-cgreg.gobiernogalapagos.gob.ec/.
Pre-Registration: Fill out the pre-registration form with your personal and travel details, including flight and accommodation information.
Payment: Make the payment for the TCT ($20.00 USD) through the digital platform using a credit card.
Download: Download the QR code for the TCT that will be generated on the platform.
Presentation: Present the QR code or the printed TCT at the CGREG counters in the airports of Quito or Guayaquil before your departure to the Galápagos Islands and upon leaving the archipelago.

Important Considerations:

Although online pre-registration is not mandatory, it is recommended to speed up the process at the airport.
The TCT is mandatory for all visitors, both Ecuadorians and foreigners, entering the Galápagos Islands.
The TCT helps authorities manage sustainable tourism and monitor visitor flow.
The cost of the TCT is $20.00 USD per person.
It is advisable to complete the pre-registration at least 48 hours before your flight.
The TCT is valid in both digital and printed versions.
Keep the TCT until you leave the islands.

Summary

To obtain the TCT for the Galápagos Islands, visit the Galápagos Government Council’s digital platform, complete the pre-registration and payment, and then present the QR code or printed TCT at the airport.

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