Requirements for Entering Peru

Requirements for Entering Peru
 
Everything you need to enter Peru
 
 
Peru General Information and Travel Requirements
 
Peru Visa Information
 
Peru is basically a country of open doors. The entry into Peru for Citizens of most American and Western European countries does not require a tourist visa. The maximum period of stay granted by the authorities is 183 days (cannot be extended). For longer periods of time for other purposes (business, study, work, etc.) it is necessary to apply for the corresponding visa at a Peruvian consulate.
 
In order to enter Peru it is indispensible to carry a valid passport. Citizens of Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay, Ecuador, Colombia, Bolivia, Venezuela and Chile may enter with their valid national identification document.
 
Check here if you need a visa by contacting your local Peru Embassy
 
Peru Currency
 
The "Nuevo Sol" (S/.) is the official currency of Peru.  There are notes of the following denominations: 10, 20, 50, 100 and 200 soles. Coins are 10, 20 and 50 cents, as well as 1, 2 and 5 Nuevos Soles.Countless shops, restaurants, hotels and gas stations accept US Dollars. It is possible to exchange currency in banks and currency exchange agencies. There are also “cambistas” street currency exchangers, but the safety of the transaction is not guaranteed. Currency exchange agencies are regularly open from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, from Monday to Friday, and half day on SaturdaysMost cities in the country have ATMs connected in most cases to Plus (Visa), Cirrus (MasterCard/Maestro), American Express and other networks. You may withdraw Nuevos Soles or US Dollars, although the exchange rates tend to be less favorable.
 
Peru Time Zone
 
Peru has one time zone -5h, GMT
 
Lima 12:00 h London 17:00 h
New York 12:00 h Berlin 18:00 h
Buenos Aires 14:00 h Paris 18:00 h
Santiago 13:00 h Tokyo 02:00 h (*)
México D.F. 11:00 h Sydney 03:00 h (*)
*of the following day
 
Peru Health
 
Hygienic conditions in Peru are good, particularly in the cities. Over the last year health services have been modernized and expanded to many hospitals and clinics in order provide adequate care; however it is always advisable to purchase your own travel health insurance.
 
Peru Vaccination
 
There are no mandatory vaccines for entry into Peru. Should you wish to visit the Amazonian region of the country, the Ministry of Health recommends vaccinations against yellow fever.
 
More information on vaccines for Peru
 
Vaccination Recommended for Peru Destinations where it is recommended
 
Chicken pox Travelers who have never had chicken pox The whole country
 
Hepatitis A All travelers The whole country
 
Hepatitis B Travelers who expect to be in contact with local population for extended periods of time Amazonas, Loreto, San Martín, Ucayali, Junín, Madre de Dios
 
Yellow Fever Travelers in jungle areas below 2,300 meters (7,546 feet) Amazonas, Loreto, San Martín, Ucayali, Junín, Madre de Dios
 
The vaccination against yellow fever must be administered at least 10 days before the date of travel to be effective.
 
Peru Information for Travelers
 
Consulates and Embassies
 
 
Peru Duty-free Items
 
In line with Peruvian customs regulations, those used or new items that a traveler may reasonably require for use or consumption, and that due to their nature, quantity and variety are not assumed to be for commercial use, are considered as duty-free items.For more information check the list of exempt items hereWhen entering Peru, the traveler must fill out the Official Luggage Declaration, which indicates all items that are subject to duty.
 
Peru Drug Enforcement
 
Do not carry drugs, spending years in a Peru jail will not be very nice

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