Peru travel restrictions
| Airlines Updates | Published on 10.01.2022, Avianca, Star Peru: In alliance with Star Peru, Avianca once again has presence in five Peruvian cities Published on 27.11.2020 Published on 26.11.2020 04.11.2020 Peru has launched phase two of reinstating international flights, with several North American destinations now cleared for service to the country. Commercial air operations in Peru essentially ground to a halt at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in March. The country resumed some domestic service in July, followed by the restart of international service on Oct. 5 to destinations in Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Panama, Paraguay, and Uruguay. Lima Airport (LIM) (pictured) serves as Peru’s primary international gateway. As of Nov. 1, airlines were allowed to resume flights between Peru and 25 additional international destinations including Atlanta (ATL), Houston (IAH), Los Angeles (LAX), Miami (MIA), New York (JFK) and Toronto (YYZ). Airlines are now free to operate flights from Peru to cities in El Salvador, Argentina and Brazil. Passengers traveling to Peru are required to show negative results from a COVID-19 test that is less than 72 hours old. Peru’s minister of transport Carlos Estremadoyro stated that passengers have responded positively to health protocols and are abiding by the required procedures at airports and onboard aircraft. The Peruvian government has calculated that 56,000 passengers will travel between Nov. 1 to Nov 10 due to the latest expansion of international air services. However, that’s a 71% decrease compared to the same period in 2019. Published on 12.10.2020 Published on 09.09.2020 07.09.2020 LATAM Airlines Group in the last few weeks filed additional changes in its inventory, as additional routes closed for booking until 27MAR21, instead of 31DEC20. Certain routes also see the closure until late-June 2021, 6 months longer than previously reported. Planned adjustment as of 06SEP20 as follows, although additional changes remain likely. Reservation closure until 31DEC20: Reservation closure until 27MAR21: Following routes closed for reservation until June 2021: Following routes closed for reservation at least until August 2021: Published on 26.08.2020 10.08.2020 LATAM Airlines Group in recent weeks filed changes to its International service, where various routes is closed for reservation for travel until 31DEC20 inclusive. As of 0030GMT 08AUG20, following routes currently are not available for reservation until 31DEC20. Additional changes remain possible. Calama – Lima LATAM Chile 3 weekly A320 (Schedule is listed until 31DEC20) Following routes closed for reservation until June 2021: Following routes closed for reservation for all dates into July 2021 (current schedule/inventory listing displaying dates to July 2021): |
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| Crossing Rules | Entry restrictions Ban entry for passengers who arrive from or during last 14 days have been in Albania, Andorra, Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Kosovo, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Vatican City State Special requirements for all international flights Flights from/to Brazil are suspended Forced isolation |
| Flight Restrictions | Published on 31.12.2021 1. Flights from South Africa are suspended. Published on 10.12.2021 1. Until 31 December 2021, flights from South Africa are suspended. Published on 29.11.2021 1. Until 31 December 2021, flights from South Africa are suspended. published 06.11.2020 Entry restrictions Special requirements for all international flights |
| Quarantine | Quarantine requirement at government designated site or at own accommodation. The entry of foreign nationals who travel from South Africa or Botswana or who have stopped over in South Africa or Botswana in the last 14 calendar days and do not reside in Peru, is banned until at least 16 January 2022. All Peruvian nationals and foreign residents in Peru who enter Peru from South Africa or Botswana or who have stopped over in these countries must show evidence of having been fully vaccinated either in Peru or abroad and show proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued a maximum of 48 hours before the flight departs. |
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| Certification | COVID-19 negative certification required for entering the country. All passengers to Peru of 12 years old or more whose final destination is Peru must show evidence of full vaccination received either in Peru or abroad at least 14 days before boarding, or a negative COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued a maximum of 72 hours before the flight departs. Those under 12 years old must be without COVID-19 symptoms but do not require a test or proof of vaccination. |
| Vaccination | COVID-19 Total Vaccination date: 2022-01-11 COVID-19 Total Vaccination: 52286639 COVID-19 Daily Vaccination: 228017 COVID-19 Vacc. (per 100 citizens, %): 156.74 COVID-19 Daily Vacc. (per 1 million citizens): 6835 Yellow fever (2018) Recommended for all travellers aged 9 months or over going to areas below 2300 m in the regions of Generally not recommended for travellers whose itineraries are limited to the following areas west of the Not recommended for travellers whose itineraries are limited to the following areas: all areas above 2300 m, Malaria (2018) |
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Peru Latest News:
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*Entry to Peru: Passengers need to wear two face masks on flights bound for Peru and must complete an affidavit before travel. All passengers to Peru of 12 years old or more whose final destination is Peru must show evidence of full vaccination received either in Peru or abroad at least 14 days before boarding, or a negative COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued a maximum of 72 hours before the flight departs. Those under 12 years old must be without COVID-19 symptoms but do not require a test or proof of vaccination. These rules are subject to change at short notice. Please note that all adults need to show evidence of vaccination when entering Jorge Chavez international airport in Lima to leave Peru. Other airports in Peru may enforce the same requirement.
You should arrange to take a private test.
The entry of foreign nationals who travel from South Africa or Botswana or who have stopped over in South Africa or Botswana in the last 14 calendar days and do not reside in Peru, is banned until at least 16 January 2022. All Peruvian nationals and foreign residents in Peru who enter Peru from South Africa or Botswana or who have stopped over in these countries must show evidence of having been fully vaccinated either in Peru or abroad and show proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued a maximum of 48 hours before the flight departs.
Land borders for international passenger transit remain closed for foreign nationals and non-residents in Peru. If you want to enter or leave Peru by land from any of these countries, you must request a special permit from the Peruvian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and in some cases to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of your country of origin/destination. This may change at short notice, so you should check what restrictions are in place before you plan a trip to Peru by land.
*Demonstrating your COVID-19 status: Peru will accept the proof of COVID-19 vaccination record and proof of COVID-19 vaccination issued in the Crown Dependencies. Your final vaccine dose must have been administered at least 14 days prior to travel. Although digital proof is accepted, you should also take a hard copy. Your appointment card from vaccination centres is not designed to be used as proof of vaccination and should not be used to demonstrate your vaccine status.
*Quarantine requirements: Anyone who shows COVID-19 symptoms on arrival in Peru, including those under 12 years old, must isolate by law.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 31 January 2022. The latest tier-based regulations will be in effect until at least 16 January 2022.
Peru has been placed under a four-tier system of restrictions (Extreme, Very High, High and Moderate). Measures to contain the virus include curfews, social distancing, restricted opening hours and reduced capacity in shops and other enclosed spaces. There is a requirement to wear masks in all public places (including outdoors) and two masks (one cloth, one surgical) or a KN95 mask in some indoor venues. A face shield is recommended.
With effect from 10 December 2021 adults are required to provide proof of double vaccination to enter many indoor venues, including the international airport. This can be provided on paper or digitally, and foreign vaccination certificates will be accepted. Masks must also be worn as specified above. With effect from 10 December 2021 all domestic air passengers and interprovincial land transport passengers over 18 years old will be allowed to board only if they show evidence of having been fully vaccinated either in Peru or abroad. Otherwise, they can show proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued a maximum of 72 hours before the flight departs.
For information on the tiers and restrictions in each area, you should visit the El Peruano website. Restrictions may change at short notice – you should follow official guidance and the local media for updates. Fines may be imposed for those breaking the rules.
*Public places and services: Public places and services may be open or closed, depending on the tier level of the region.
*If you test positive for COVID-19, you may need to stay where you are until you test negative. You may also need to seek treatment there.
Peru Latest News:
International Restrictions:
*Entry to Peru: Passengers need to wear two face masks on flights bound for Peru and must complete an affidavit before travel . All passengers to Peru of 12 years old or more whose final destination is Peru must show evidence of full vaccination received either in Peru or abroad at least 14 days before boarding, or a negative COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued a maximum of 72 hours before the flight departs. Those under 12 years old must be without COVID-19 symptoms but do not require a test or proof of vaccination. These rules are subject to change at short notice. Please note that all adults need to show evidence of vaccination when entering Jorge Chavez international airport in Lima to leave Peru. Other airports in Peru may enforce the same requirement. You should arrange to take a private test.
The entry of foreign nationals who travel from South Africa or Botswana or who have stopped over in South Africa or Botswana in the last 14 calendar days and do not reside in Peru, is banned until at least 2 January 2022. Until at least 2 January 2022 all Peruvian nationals and foreign residents in Peru who enter Peru from South Africa or Botswana or who have stopped over in these countries must show evidence of having been fully vaccinated either in Peru or abroad and show proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued a maximum of 48 hours before the flight departs.
Land borders for international passenger transit remain closed for foreign nationals and non-residents in Peru. If you want to enter or leave Peru by land from any of these countries, you must request a special permit from the Peruvian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and in some cases to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of your country of origin/destination. This may change at short notice, so you should check what restrictions are in place before you plan a trip to Peru by land. There are no testing requirements when you leave Peru. You should make sure you check the entry rules for your destination country.
*Demonstrating your COVID-19 status: Peru will accept the proof of COVID-19 vaccination record. Although digital proof is accepted, you should also take a hard copy. Your appointment card from vaccination centres is not designed to be used as proof of vaccination and should not be used to demonstrate your vaccine status.
*Quarantine requirements: Anyone who shows COVID-19 symptoms on arrival in Peru, including those under 12 years old, must isolate by law.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 31 December 2021. The latest tier-based regulations will be in effect until at least 2 January 2022.
Peru has been placed under a four-tier system of restrictions (Extreme, Very High, High and Moderate). Measures to contain the virus include curfews, social distancing, restricted opening hours and reduced capacity in shops and other enclosed spaces. There is a requirement to wear masks in all public places (including outdoors) and two masks (one cloth, one surgical) or a KN95 mask in some indoor venues. A face shield is recommended.
With effect from 10 December 2021 adults are required to provide proof of double vaccination to enter many indoor venues, including the international airport. This can be provided on paper or digitally, and foreign vaccination certificates will be accepted. Masks must also be worn as specified above. With effect from 10 December 2021 all domestic air passengers and interprovincial land transport passengers over 18 years old will be allowed to board only if they show evidence of having been fully vaccinated either in Peru or abroad. Otherwise, they can show proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued a maximum of 72 hours before the flight departs.
For information on the tiers and restrictions in each area, you should visit the El Peruano website . Restrictions may change at short notice – you should follow official guidance and the local media for updates. Fines may be imposed for those breaking the rules.
*Public places and services: Public places and services may be open or closed, depending on the tier level of the region.
*If you test positive for COVID-19, you may need to stay where you are until you test negative. You may also need to seek treatment there.
Peru Latest News:
International Restrictions:
*Entry to Peru: Passengers need to wear two face masks on flights bound for Peru and must complete an affidavit before travel. All passengers to Peru of 12 years old or more whose final destination is Peru must show evidence of full vaccination received either in Peru or abroad at least 14 days before boarding, or a negative COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued a maximum of 72 hours before the flight departs. Those under 12 years old must be without COVID-19 symptoms but do not require a test or proof of vaccination. These rules are subject to change at short notice. You should arrange to take a private test.
The entry of foreign nationals who travel from South Africa or Botswana or who have stopped over in South Africa or Botswana in the last 14 calendar days and do not reside in Peru, is banned until at least 2 January 2022. Until at least 2 January 2022 all Peruvian nationals and foreign residents in Peru who enter Peru from South Africa or Botswana or who have stopped over in these countries must show evidence of having been fully vaccinated either in Peru or abroad and show proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued a maximum of 48 hours before the flight departs.
Land borders for international passenger transit remain closed for foreign nationals and non-residents in Peru. If you want to enter or leave Peru by land from any of these countries, you must request a special permit from the Peruvian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and in some cases to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of your country of origin/destination. This may change at short notice, so you should check what restrictions are in place before you plan a trip to Peru by land. There are no testing requirements when you leave Peru. You should make sure you check the entry rules for your destination country.
*Demonstrating your COVID-19 status Peru will accept the proof of COVID-19 vaccination record. Although digital proof is accepted, you should also take a hard copy. Your appointment card from vaccination centres is not designed to be used as proof of vaccination and should not be used to demonstrate your vaccine status.
*Quarantine requirements: Anyone who shows COVID-19 symptoms on arrival in Peru, including those under 12 years old, must isolate by law.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 31 December 2021. The latest tier-based regulations will be in effect until at least 2 January 2022.
Peru has been placed under a four-tier system of restrictions (Extreme, Very High, High and Moderate). Measures to contain the virus include curfews, social distancing, restricted opening hours and reduced capacity in shops and other enclosed spaces. There is a requirement to wear masks in all public places (including outdoors) and two masks (one cloth, one surgical) or a KN95 mask in some indoor venues. A face shield is recommended.
With effect from 10 December 2021 adults are required to provide proof of double vaccination to enter many indoor venues. This can be provided on paper or digitally, and foreign vaccination certificates will be accepted. Masks must also be worn as specified above. With effect from 10 December 2021 all domestic air passengers and interprovincial land transport passengers over 18 years old will be allowed to board only if they show evidence of having been fully vaccinated either in Peru or abroad. Otherwise, they can show proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued a maximum of 72 hours before the flight departs.
For information on the tiers and restrictions in each area, you should visit the El Peruano website . Restrictions may change at short notice – you should follow official guidance and the local media for updates. Fines may be imposed for those breaking the rules.
*Public places and services: Public places and services may be open or closed, depending on the tier level of the region.
*If you test positive for COVID-19, you may need to stay where you are until you test negative. You may also need to seek treatment there.
Peru Latest News: Authorities extend existing COVID-19 restrictions to 14 November (Media, 01.11.2021) Peruvian government extends suspension of flights from South Africa until 30 November because of COVID-19 (Andina, 01.11.2021)
International Restrictions:
*Entry to Peru: Passengers need to wear two face masks on flights bound for Peru and must complete an affidavit before travel. All passengers to Peru of 12 years old or more whose final destination is Peru must show evidence of full vaccination received either in Peru or abroad at least 14 days before boarding, or a negative COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued a maximum of 72 hours before the flight departs. Those under 12 years old must only be without COVID-19 symptoms. These rules are subject to change at short notice.
You should arrange to take a private test.
The entry of foreign nationals who travel from South Africa or who have stopped over in South Africa in the last 14 calendar days and do not reside in Peru, is banned until at least 12 December 2021.
Land borders with Bolivia, Colombia and Brazil remain closed for foreign nationals and non-residents in Peru. If you want to enter or leave Peru by land from any of these countries, you must request a special permit to the Peruvian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and possibly to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of your country of origin/destination. All Peruvian nationals and foreign nationals resident and non-resident in Peru can enter Peru by land from Ecuador and Chile. Those over 18 years old must show physical or digital evidence of vaccination received either in Peru or abroad, or a negative COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued a maximum of 72 hours before entering Peru. Anyone who shows COVID symptoms on arrival in Peru must isolate by law.
There are no testing requirements when you leave Peru. You should make sure you check the entry rules for your destination.
*Demonstrating your COVID-19 status: Peru will accept the proof of COVID-19 of vaccination record. Although digital proof is accepted, you should also take a hard copy. Your appointment card from vaccination centres is not designed to be used as proof of vaccination and should not be used to demonstrate your vaccine status.
*Quarantine requirements: Until at least 12 December 2021 all Peruvian nationals and foreign residents in Peru who enter Peru from South Africa or who have stopped over in South Africa must isolate by law in their homes, shelters or accommodation for 14 calendar days upon arrival in Peru.
Anyone who shows COVID symptoms on arrival in Peru, including those under 12 years old, must isolate by law.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 31 December 2021. The latest tier-based regulations will be in effect until at least 12 December 2021.
Peru has been placed under a four-tier system of restrictions (Extreme, Very High, High and Moderate). Measures to contain the virus include curfews, social distancing, restricted opening hours and reduced capacity in shops and other enclosed spaces. There is a requirement to wear masks in all public places (including outdoors) and two masks (one cloth, one surgical) or a KN95 mask in some indoor venues. A face shield is recommended.
With effect from 15 December 2021 there will be a requirement for all those over 18 years old who want to enter closed places to show a physical or virtual card providing that they have been fully vaccinated either in Peru or abroad, and to wear masks as specified above.
With effect from 15 December 2021 all domestic air passenger over 45 years old will be allowed to board only if they show evidence of having been fully vaccinated either in Peru or abroad. Otherwise, they can show proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued a maximum of 72 hours before the flight departs. Interprovincial land transport passengers over 45 years old will be allowed to board only if they show evidence of full vaccination.
For information on the tiers and restrictions in each area, you should visit the El Peruano website. Restrictions may change at short notice – you should follow official guidance and the local media for updates. Fines may be imposed for those breaking the rules.
*Public places and services: Public places and services may be open or closed, depending on the tier level of the region.
*If you test positive for COVID-19, you may need to stay where you are until you test negative. You may also need to seek treatment there.
Peru Latest News: Authorities extend existing COVID-19 restrictions to 14 November (Media, 01.11.2021) Peruvian government extends suspension of flights from South Africa until 30 November because of COVID-19 (Andina, 01.11.2021)
International Restrictions:
*Entry to Peru: Passengers need to wear two face masks on flights bound for Peru and must complete an affidavit before travel. All passengers to Peru of 12 years old or more whose final destination is Peru must show evidence of vaccination received at least 14 days before boarding, otherwise they can show proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued a maximum of 72 hours before the flight departs. Those under 12 years old must only be without COVID-19 symptoms. These rules are subject to change at short notice.
You should arrange to take a private test.
The entry of foreign nationals who travel from South Africa or who have stopped over in South Africa in the last 14 calendar days and do not reside in Peru, is banned until at least 28 November 2021.
There are no testing requirements when you leave Peru. You should make sure you check the entry rules for your destination country.
Demonstrating your COVID-19 status: Peru will accept the proof of COVID-19 recovery and vaccination record. Although they will accept digital proof, you should also take the hard copy letter version. Your appointment card from vaccination centres is not designed to be used as proof of vaccination and should not be used to demonstrate your vaccine status.
*Quarantine requirements: Until at least 28 November 2021 all Peruvian nationals and foreign residents in Peru who enter Peru from South Africa or who have stopped over in South Africa must isolate by law in their homes, shelters or accommodation for 14 calendar days upon arrival in Peru.
Anyone who shows COVID symptoms on arrival in Peru, including those under 12 years old, must isolate by law.
Internal Restrictions:
On November 14, 2021, the Government of Peru announced the extension of emergency self-quarantine and movement restrictions due to COVID-19 through March 1, 2022.
From December 15, 2021, in all provinces of Peru, adults over the age of 18 must show proof of vaccination to enter closed spaces. They may show their physicial or virtual vaccination card demonstrating they have completed their COVID-19 vaccination. In the case of restaurants, masks can only be removed when eating or drinking.
Peru has been placed under a four-tier system of restrictions (Extreme, Very High, High and Moderate). Measures to contain the virus include curfews, social distancing, restricted opening hours and reduced capacity limits in shops and other enclosed spaces. There is a requirement to wear masks in all public places (including outdoors) and two masks or a KN95 mask in some indoor venues. A face shield is recommended.
There is a requirement to wear masks in all public places (including outdoors). It can be:
• one KN95 mask or
• one three-layer surgical mask and a cloth mask on top of it.
With effect from 15 December 2021 there will be a requirement for all those over 18 years old who want to enter closed places to show a physical or virtual card showing their full vaccination, and to wear masks as specified above.
Interprovincial land transport passengers over 45 years old will be allowed to board only if they show evidence of their complete vaccination.
For information on the tiers and restrictions in each area, you should visit the El Peruano website. Restrictions may change at short notice – you should follow official guidance and the local media for updates. Fines may be imposed for those breaking the rules.
*Public places and services: Public places and services may be open or closed, depending on the tier level of the region.
*If you test positive for COVID-19, you may need to stay where you are until you test negative. You may also need to seek treatment there.
Peru Latest News: Authorities extend existing COVID-19 restrictions to 14 November (Media, 01.11.2021) Peruvian government extends suspension of flights from South Africa until 30 November because of COVID-19 (Andina, 01.11.2021)
International Restrictions:
*Entry to Peru: Passengers need to wear two face masks on flights bound for Peru and must complete an affidavit before travel. All passengers to Peru of 12 years old or more whose final destination is Peru must show evidence of vaccination received at least 14 days before boarding, otherwise they can show proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued a maximum of 72 hours before the flight departs. Those under 12 years old must only be without COVID-19 symptoms. These rules are subject to change at short notice.
You should arrange to take a private test.
The entry of foreign nationals who travel from South Africa or who have stopped over in South Africa in the last 14 calendar days and do not reside in Peru, is banned until at least 28 November 2021.
There are no testing requirements when you leave Peru. You should make sure you check the entry rules for your destination country.
Demonstrating your COVID-19 status: Peru will accept the proof of COVID-19 recovery and vaccination record. Although they will accept digital proof, you should also take the hard copy letter version. Your appointment card from vaccination centres is not designed to be used as proof of vaccination and should not be used to demonstrate your vaccine status.
*Quarantine requirements: Until at least 28 November 2021 all Peruvian nationals and foreign residents in Peru who enter Peru from South Africa or who have stopped over in South Africa must isolate by law in their homes, shelters or accommodation for 14 calendar days upon arrival in Peru.
Anyone who shows COVID symptoms on arrival in Peru, including those under 12 years old, must isolate by law.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 30 November 2021. The latest tier-based regulations will be in effect until at least 28 November 2021.
Peru has been placed under a four-tier system of restrictions (Extreme, Very High, High and Moderate). Measures to contain the virus include curfews, social distancing, restricted opening hours and reduced capacity limits in shops and other enclosed spaces. There is a requirement to wear masks in all public places (including outdoors) and two masks or a KN95 mask in some indoor venues. A face shield is recommended.
There is a requirement to wear masks in all public places (including outdoors). It can be:
• one KN95 mask or
• one three-layer surgical mask and a cloth mask on top of it.
With effect from 15 December 2021 there will be a requirement for all those over 18 years old who want to enter closed places to show a physical or virtual card showing their full vaccination, and to wear masks as specified above.
Interprovincial land transport passengers over 45 years old will be allowed to board only if they show evidence of their complete vaccination.
For information on the tiers and restrictions in each area, you should visit the El Peruano website. Restrictions may change at short notice – you should follow official guidance and the local media for updates. Fines may be imposed for those breaking the rules.
*Public places and services: Public places and services may be open or closed, depending on the tier level of the region.
*If you test positive for COVID-19, you may need to stay where you are until you test negative. You may also need to seek treatment there.
Peru Latest News: Authorities extend existing COVID-19 restrictions to 14 November (Media, 01.11.2021)
International Restrictions:
*Entry to Peru: Passengers need to wear two face masks on flights bound for Peru and must complete an affidavit before travel. All passengers to Peru of 12 years old or more whose final destination is Peru must show evidence of vaccination received at least 14 days before boarding, otherwise they can show proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued a maximum of 72 hours before the flight departs. Those under 12 years old must only be without COVID-19 symptoms. These rules are subject to change at short notice.
You should arrange to take a private test.
The entry of foreign nationals who travel from South Africa or who have stopped over in South Africa in the last 14 calendar days and do not reside in Peru, is banned until at least 14 November.
There are no testing requirements when you leave Peru. You should make sure you check the entry rules for your destination country.
*Demonstrating your COVID-19 status: Peru will accept the proof of COVID-19 recovery and vaccination. Although they will accept digital proof, you should also take the hard copy letter version. Your appointment card from vaccination centres is not designed to be used as proof of vaccination and should not be used to demonstrate your vaccine status.
*Quarantine requirements: Until at least 14 November all Peruvian nationals and foreign residents in Peru who enter Peru from South Africa or who have stopped over in South Africa must isolate by law in their homes, shelters or accommodation for 14 calendar days upon arrival in Peru.
Anyone who shows COVID symptoms on arrival in Peru, including those under 12 years old, must isolate by law.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 30 November 2021. The latest tier-based regulations will be in effect until at least 14 November.
Peru has been placed under a four-tier system of restrictions (Extreme, Very High, High and Moderate). Measures to contain the virus include curfews, restricted opening hours and reduced capacity limits in shops and other enclosed spaces. There is a requirement to wear masks in all public places (including outdoors) and two masks in some indoor venues. A face shield is recommended.
For information on the tiers and restrictions in each area, you should visit the El Peruano website. Restrictions may change at short notice – you should follow official guidance and the local media for updates. Fines may be imposed for those breaking the rules.
*Public places and services: Public places and services may be open or closed, depending on the tier level of the region.
*If you test positive for COVID-19, you may need to stay where you are until you test negative. You may also need to seek treatment there.
Peru Latest News:
International Restrictions:
*Entry to Peru: The entry of foreign nationals who travel from South Africa or who have stopped over in South Africa in the last 14 calendar days and do not reside in Peru, is banned until at least 17 October. Passengers need to wear two face masks on flights bound for Peru and must complete an affidavit before travel. All passengers to Peru must have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued a maximum of 72 hours before the flight departs. These rules are subject to change at short notice.
There are no testing requirements when you leave Peru. You should make sure you check the entry rules for your destination country.
*Demonstrating your COVID-19 status: Whilst it is not mandatory to show evidence of vaccination for entry to Peru, this could change at short notice and we recommend that you carry evidence of your vaccine status. Peru will accept accept digital proof of vaccination, as well as a hard copy letter version.
*Quarantine requirements: Peruvian nationals and foreign residents in Peru who enter Peru from South Africa or who have stopped over in South Africa must isolate by law in their homes, shelters or accommodation for 14 calendar days upon arrival in Peru. Those who show COVID symptoms on arrival in Peru must isolate by law.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 31 October 2021. The latest tier-based regulations will be in effect until at least 17 October. Peru has been placed under a four-tier system of restrictions (Extreme, Very High, High and Moderate). Measures to contain the virus include curfews, restricted opening hours and reduced capacity limits in shops and other enclosed spaces. There is a requirement to wear masks in all public places (including outdoors) and two masks in some indoor venues. A face shield is recommended. For information on the tiers and restrictions in each area, you should visit the El Peruano website. Restrictions may change at short notice – you should follow official guidance and the local media for updates. Fines may be imposed for those breaking the rules.
*Public places and services: Public places and services may be open or closed, depending on the tier level of the region.
Peru Latest News: COVID-19 movement and quarantine restrictions effective 23 August to 5 September (OSAC, 23.08.2021).
International Restrictions:
*Entry to Peru: The entry of foreign nationals who travel from South Africa or who have stopped over in South Africa in the last 14 calendar days and do not reside in Peru, is banned until at least 3 October. Passengers need to wear two face masks on flights bound for Peru and must complete an affidavit before travel. All passengers to Peru must have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued a maximum of 72 hours before the flight departs. These rules are subject to change at short notice.
You should arrange to take a private test.
There are no testing requirements when you leave Peru. You should make sure you check the entry rules for your destination country.
*Demonstrating your COVID-19 status: Whilst it is not mandatory to show evidence of vaccination for entry to Peru, this could change at short notice and we recommend that you carry evidence of your vaccine status.
Peru will accept the proof of COVID-19 recovery and vaccination record. Although they will accept digital proof, you should also take your copy letter version. Your appointment card from vaccination centres is not designed to be used as proof of vaccination and should not be used to demonstrate your vaccine status.
*Quarantine requirements: Peruvian nationals and foreign residents in Peru who enter Peru from South Africa or who have stopped over in South Africa must isolate by law in their homes, shelters or accommodation for 14 calendar days upon arrival in Peru.Those who show COVID symptoms on arrival in Peru must isolate by law.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 31 October 2021. The latest tier-based regulations will be in effect until at least 3 October.
Peru has been placed under a four-tier system of restrictions (Extreme, Very High, High and Moderate). Measures to contain the virus include curfews, restricted opening hours and reduced capacity limits in shops and other enclosed spaces. There is a requirement to wear masks in all public places (including outdoors) and two masks in some indoor venues. A face shield is recommended.
For information on the tiers and restrictions in each area, you should visit the El Peruano website. Restrictions may change at short notice – you should follow official guidance and the local media for updates. Fines may be imposed for those breaking the rules.
*Public places and services: Public places and services may be open or closed, depending on the tier level of the region.
*If you test positive for COVID-19, you may need to stay where you are until you test negative. You may also need to seek treatment there
Peru Latest News: COVID-19 movement and quarantine restrictions effective 23 August to 5 September (OSAC, 23.08.2021).
International Restrictions:
*Entry to Peru: The entry of foreign nationals who travel from South Africa or who have stopped over in South Africa in the last 14 calendar days and do not reside in Peru, is banned until at least 19 September. Passengers need to wear two face masks on flights bound for Peru and must complete an affidavit before travel.
Unvaccinated passengers must also have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued a maximum of 72 hours before the flight departs. A test is not needed for those who have been fully vaccinated. Proof of vaccination status (two doses) is required (either hard copy or electronic) and must include the passenger’s ID details. Those who have received one dose of vaccine will still need a negative test result. You should arrange to take a private test.
There are no testing requirements when you leave Peru. You should make sure you check the entry rules for your destination.
Demonstrating your COVID-19 vaccination status: Peru will accept the proof of COVID-19 recovery and vaccination record. Your appointment card from vaccination centres is not designed to be used as proof of vaccination and should not be used to demonstrate your vaccine status.
*Quarantine requirements: Peruvian nationals and foreign residents in Peru who enter Peru from South Africa or who have stopped over in South Africa must isolate by law in their homes, shelters or accommodation for 14 calendar days upon arrival in Peru.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 30 September 2021. The latest tier-based regulations will be in effect until at least 19 September.
Peru has been placed under a four-tier system of restrictions (Extreme, Very High, High and Moderate). Measures to contain the virus include curfews, restricted opening hours and reduced capacity limits in shops and other enclosed spaces. There is a requirement to wear masks in all public places (including outdoors) and two masks and a face shield in some indoor venues and on public transport.
For information on the tiers and restrictions in each area, you should visit the El Peruano website. Restrictions may change at short notice – you should follow official guidance and the local media for updates. Fines may be imposed for those breaking the rules.
*Public places and services: Public places and services may be open or closed, depending on the tier level of the region.
*If you test positive for COVID-19, you may need to stay where you are until you test negative. You may also need to seek treatment there.
Peru Latest News: COVID-19 movement and quarantine restrictions effective 23 August to 5 September (OSAC, 23.08.2021).
International Restrictions:
On August 23, 2021, the Government of Peru announced the extension of emergency self-quarantine and movement restrictions due to high levels of COVID-19 spread, effective Monday, August 23 to Sunday September 5, 2021. The Jorge Chavez International airport in Lima remains open, and domestic land and air transportation continue with reduced occupancy in all other regions of the country.
*Entry to Peru: The entry of foreign nationals who travel from India, South Africa and/or Brazil or who have stopped over in India, South Africa and/or Brazil in the last 14 calendar days and do not reside in Peru, is banned until 5 September. Commercial international travel started on 5 October 2020. Passengers need to wear two face masks, complete an affidavit and have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours max before the flight, or from an antigen test taken 24 hours max before the flight. You should arrange to take a private test.
There are no testing requirements when you leave Peru.
*Quarantine requirements: All passengers arriving in Peru, irrespective of nationality and country of origin, have to show a molecular or antigen test with a negative result. If your test result is positive, you will have to self-isolate following the local authorities’ advice.
Peruvian nationals and foreign residents in Peru who enter Peru from India, South Africa or Brazil or who have stopped over in India, South Africa or Brazil must isolate by law in their homes, shelters or accommodation for 14 calendar days upon arrival in Peru.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: *Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 30 September 2021. The latest tier-based regulations will be in effect until at least 5 September.
Peru has been placed under a four-tier system of restrictions (Extreme, Very High, High and Moderate). Measures to contain the virus include curfews, restricted opening hours and reduced capacity limits in shops and other enclosed spaces. There is a requirement to wear masks in all public places (including outdoors) and two masks and a face shield in some indoor venues and on public transport.
For information on the tiers and restrictions in each area, you should visit the El Peruano website. Restrictions may change at short notice – you should follow official guidance and the local media for updates. Fines may be imposed for those breaking the rules.
*Public places and services: Public places and services may be open or closed, depending on the tier level of the region.
If you test positive for COVID-19, you may need to stay where you are until you test negative. You may also need to seek treatment there.
As of August 23, 2021, regions considered on “Very High Alert” are Huánuco and Moyobamba. Regions considered on “High Alert” are Acomayo, Bongará, Cajamarca, Cangallo, Canchis, Candarave, Carabaya, Caylloma, Chincheros, Condesuyos, Cotabambas, Chumbivilcas, Huancavelica, Huamanga, La Convención, La Mar, La Unión, Lucanas, Parinacochas, Páucar del Sara Sara, Puno, Recuay, Sandia, San Ignacio, San Román, Tocache, Utcubamba. Regions considered as “Moderate Alert” are the remaining provinces that are not previously listed above.
Additional Details for Very High Alert levels: Monday-Sunday curfew is 10:00p.m. to 4:00 a.m. On all days of the week, restaurants may deliver from 4:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. Pharmacy delivery is available 24 hours. Taking taxis and public transportation is allowed.
Monday – Sunday, supermarkets and grocery stores are open at 50% occupancy. Restaurants are open at 40% occupancy. Banks are open at 50% occupancy. Salons, spas, and barbershops at 40% occupancy by appointment. Casinos, gyms, movie theaters, churches are open at 30% occupancy. On Sundays, personal vehicles are prohibited.
Additional Details for High Alert levels: Monday-Sunday curfew is 12:00a.m. to 4:00 a.m. On all days of the week, restaurants may deliver from 4:00 a.m. until 12:00 a.m. Pharmacy delivery is available 24 hours. Taking taxis and public transportation is allowed. Monday – Sunday, supermarkets and grocery stores are open at 60% occupancy. Restaurants are open at 50% occupancy. Banks are open at 60% occupancy. Salons, spas, and barbershops at 40% occupancy by appointment. Casinos, gyms, movie theaters, churches are open at 40% occupancy.
Additional Details for Moderate Alert levels: Monday-Sunday curfew is 12:00 a.m. to 4:00 a.m. On all days of the week, restaurants may deliver from 4:00 a.m. until 12:00 a.m. Pharmacy delivery is available 24 hours. Taking taxis and public transportation is allowed. Monday – Sunday, supermarkets and grocery stores are open at 60% occupancy. Restaurants are open at 60% occupancy. Banks are open at 60% occupancy. Salons, spas, and barbershops at 50% occupancy by appointment. Casinos, gyms, movie theaters, churches are open at 50% occupancy.
Peru Latest News: Peruvian authorities extend suspension of flights from Brazil, India and South Africa between 16-31 July because of COVID-19 (Andina, 14.07.2021). Peruvian officials extend suspension of commercial flights from Brazil, India, South Africa because of COVID-19 (Xinhua, 20.06.2021).
International Restrictions:
On July 12, 2021, the Government of Peru announced the extension of emergency self-quarantine and movement restrictions due to high levels of COVID-19 spread, effective Monday, July 12 to August 8, 2021. The Jorge Chavez International Airport in Lima remains open, and domestic land and air transportation continue with reduced occupancy in all other regions of the country.
*Entry to Peru: The entry of foreign nationals who travel from India, South Africa and/or Brazil or who have stopped over in India, South Africa and/or Brazil in the last 14 calendar days and do not reside in Peru, is banned until 31 August. Commercial international travel started on 5 October 2020. Passengers need to wear two face masks,
complete an affidavit and have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours max before the flight, or from an antigen test taken 24 hours max before the flight. You should arrange to take a private test.
There are no testing requirements when you leave Peru. Make sure you check the entry rules for your destination country.
*Quarantine requirements: All passengers arriving in Peru, irrespective of nationality and country of origin, have to show a molecular or antigen test with a negative result. If your test result is positive, you will have to self-isolate following the local authorities’ advice.
Peruvian nationals and foreign residents in Peru who enter Peru from India, South Africa or Brazil or who have stopped over in India, South Africa or Brazil must isolate by law in their homes, shelters or accommodation for 14 calendar days upon arrival in Peru.
Internal Restrictions:
On July 22, 2021, the Government of Peru announced the extension of emergency self-quarantine and movement restrictions due to high levels of COVID-19 spread, effective Monday, July 26 to August 22, 2021.
The Jorge Chavez International airport in Lima remains open, and domestic land and air transportation continue with reduced occupancy in all other regions of the country.
Air Travel Restrictions: Effective thru August 22, 2021, Peruvian citizens and permanent residents who have traveled from or transited through Brazil, South Africa, or India must quarantine in their home, lodging, or isolated space for a period of 14 days.
Effective thru August 22, 2021, all non-Peruvian citizens and non-permanent residents who are traveling from, or transiting through Brazil, South Africa, or India are barred from entering Peru. Peruvians, resident foreigners, and non-resident foreigners entering Peruvian national territory, regardless of their country of origin, must present a molecular (within 72 hours) or antigen test (within 24 hours) with a negative result prior to boarding an incoming flight to Peru, in accordance with current health regulations.
As of July 26, 2021, regions considered on “Very High Alert” are Arequipa and Moquegua. Regions considered on “High Alert” are Amazonas, Ancash, Apurímac, Ayacucho, Cusco, Ica, Junín, Lima Metropolitan Area (except regions listed in Moderate Alert), Loreto, Puno, San Martín, and Tacna.
Region considered as “Moderate Alert” are the Cajamarca, Callao, Huancavelica, Huánuco, La Libertad, Lambayeque, Lima (Barranca, Cajatambo, Canta, Cañete, Huaral, Huarochirí, Huaura, Oyón, and Yauyos), Madre de Dios, Pasco, Piura, Tumbes, and Ucayali regions.
Additional Details for Very High Alert levels:
Monday-Sunday curfew is 10:00p.m. to 4:00 a.m. On all days of the week, restaurants may deliver from 4:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. Pharmacy delivery is available 24 hours. Taking taxis and public transportation is allowed.
Monday – Sunday, supermarkets and grocery stores are open at 50% occupancy. Restaurants are open at 40% occupancy. Banks are open at 50% occupancy. Salons, spas, and barbershops at 40% occupancy by appointment. Casinos, gyms, movie theaters, churches are open at 30% occupancy. On Sundays, personal vehicles are prohibited.
Additional Details for High Alert levels:
Monday-Sunday curfew is 12:00a.m. to 4:00 a.m. On all days of the week, restaurants may deliver from 4:00 a.m. until 12:00 a.m. Pharmacy delivery is available 24 hours. Taking taxis and public transportation is allowed.
Monday – Sunday, supermarkets and grocery stores are open at 60% occupancy. Restaurants are open at 50% occupancy. Banks are open at 60% occupancy. Salons, spas, and barbershops at 40% occupancy by appointment. Casinos, gyms, movie theaters, churches are open at 40% occupancy.
Additional Details for Moderate Alert levels:
Monday-Sunday curfew is 12:00 a.m. to 4:00 a.m. On all days of the week, restaurants may deliver from 4:00 a.m. until 12:00 a.m. Pharmacy delivery is available 24 hours. Taking taxis and public transportation is allowed. Monday – Sunday, supermarkets and grocery stores are open at 60% occupancy. Restaurants are open at 60% occupancy. Banks are open at 60% occupancy. Salons, spas, and barbershops at 50% occupancy by appointment. Casinos, gyms, movie theaters, churches are open at 50% occupancy.
Actions to Take:
Monitor local media for updates. Movement restrictions may be changed unexpectedly and with very short notice. Always wear your mask outside. Face masks are required by Peruvian law. You may be fined if you do not wear one or do not comply with curfew and quarantine regulations. There are currently no exceptions for vaccinated individuals. Double masks are required, and face shields are recommended in highly populated indoor areas such as shopping malls, department stores, pharmacies, and grocery stores. You will not be permitted to enter without them. Wash your hands frequently, and respect social distancing guidelines. Carry a photo ID.
Peru Latest News: Peruvian authorities extend suspension of flights from Brazil, India and South Africa between 16-31 July because of COVID-19 (Andina, 14.07.2021). Peruvian officials extend suspension of commercial flights from Brazil, India, South Africa because of COVID-19 (Xinhua, 20.06.2021).
International Restrictions:
On July 12, 2021, the Government of Peru announced the extension of emergency self-quarantine and movement restrictions due to high levels of COVID-19 spread, effective Monday, July 12 to August 8, 2021. The Jorge Chavez International Airport in Lima remains open, and domestic land and air transportation continue with reduced occupancy in all other regions of the country.
*Entry to Peru: The entry of foreign nationals who travel from India, South Africa and/or Brazil or who have stopped over in India, South Africa and/or Brazil in the last 14 calendar days and do not reside in Peru, is banned until 22 August. Commercial international travel started on 5 October 2020. Passengers need to wear two face masks and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours max before the flight, or from an antigen test taken 24 hours max before the flight. You should arrange to take a private test.
*Quarantine requirements: All passengers arriving in Peru, irrespective of nationality and country of origin, have to show a molecular or antigen test with a negative result. If your test result is positive, you will have to self-isolate following the local authorities’ advice.
Peruvian nationals and foreign residents in Peru who enter Peru from India, South Africa or Brazil or who have stopped over in India, South Africa or Brazil must isolate by law in their homes, shelters or accommodation for 14 calendar days upon arrival in Peru.
Internal Restrictions:
On July 22, 2021, the Government of Peru announced the extension of emergency self-quarantine and movement restrictions due to high levels of COVID-19 spread, effective Monday, July 26 to August 22, 2021.
The Jorge Chavez International airport in Lima remains open, and domestic land and air transportation continue with reduced occupancy in all other regions of the country.
Air Travel Restrictions: Effective thru August 22, 2021, Peruvian citizens and permanent residents who have traveled from or transited through Brazil, South Africa, or India must quarantine in their home, lodging, or isolated space for a period of 14 days.
Effective thru August 22, 2021, all non-Peruvian citizens and non-permanent residents who are traveling from, or transiting through Brazil, South Africa, or India are barred from entering Peru. Peruvians, resident foreigners, and non-resident foreigners entering Peruvian national territory, regardless of their country of origin, must present a molecular (within 72 hours) or antigen test (within 24 hours) with a negative result prior to boarding an incoming flight to Peru, in accordance with current health regulations.
As of July 26, 2021, regions considered on “Very High Alert” are Arequipa and Moquegua. Regions considered on “High Alert” are Amazonas, Ancash, Apurímac, Ayacucho, Cusco, Ica, Junín, Lima Metropolitan Area (except regions listed in Moderate Alert), Loreto, Puno, San Martín, and Tacna.
Region considered as “Moderate Alert” are the Cajamarca, Callao, Huancavelica, Huánuco, La Libertad, Lambayeque, Lima (Barranca, Cajatambo, Canta, Cañete, Huaral, Huarochirí, Huaura, Oyón, and Yauyos), Madre de Dios, Pasco, Piura, Tumbes, and Ucayali regions.
Additional Details for Very High Alert levels:
Monday-Sunday curfew is 10:00p.m. to 4:00 a.m. On all days of the week, restaurants may deliver from 4:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. Pharmacy delivery is available 24 hours. Taking taxis and public transportation is allowed.
Monday – Sunday, supermarkets and grocery stores are open at 50% occupancy. Restaurants are open at 40% occupancy. Banks are open at 50% occupancy. Salons, spas, and barbershops at 40% occupancy by appointment. Casinos, gyms, movie theaters, churches are open at 30% occupancy. On Sundays, personal vehicles are prohibited.
Additional Details for High Alert levels:
Monday-Sunday curfew is 12:00a.m. to 4:00 a.m. On all days of the week, restaurants may deliver from 4:00 a.m. until 12:00 a.m. Pharmacy delivery is available 24 hours. Taking taxis and public transportation is allowed.
Monday – Sunday, supermarkets and grocery stores are open at 60% occupancy. Restaurants are open at 50% occupancy. Banks are open at 60% occupancy. Salons, spas, and barbershops at 40% occupancy by appointment. Casinos, gyms, movie theaters, churches are open at 40% occupancy.
Additional Details for Moderate Alert levels:
Monday-Sunday curfew is 12:00 a.m. to 4:00 a.m. On all days of the week, restaurants may deliver from 4:00 a.m. until 12:00 a.m. Pharmacy delivery is available 24 hours. Taking taxis and public transportation is allowed. Monday – Sunday, supermarkets and grocery stores are open at 60% occupancy. Restaurants are open at 60% occupancy. Banks are open at 60% occupancy. Salons, spas, and barbershops at 50% occupancy by appointment. Casinos, gyms, movie theaters, churches are open at 50% occupancy.
Actions to Take:
Monitor local media for updates. Movement restrictions may be changed unexpectedly and with very short notice. Always wear your mask outside. Face masks are required by Peruvian law. You may be fined if you do not wear one or do not comply with curfew and quarantine regulations. There are currently no exceptions for vaccinated individuals. Double masks are required, and face shields are recommended in highly populated indoor areas such as shopping malls, department stores, pharmacies, and grocery stores. You will not be permitted to enter without them. Wash your hands frequently, and respect social distancing guidelines. Carry a photo ID.
Peru Latest News: Peruvian officials extend suspension of commercial flights from Brazil, India, South Africa because of COVID-19 (Xinhua, 20.06.2021).
International Restrictions:
On July 12, 2021, the Government of Peru announced the extension of emergency self-quarantine and movement restrictions due to high levels of COVID-19 spread, effective Monday, July 12 to August 8, 2021. The Jorge Chavez International Airport in Lima remains open, and domestic land and air transportation continue with reduced occupancy ?in all other regions of the country.
*Entry to Peru: The entry of foreign nationals who travel from India, South Africa and/or Brazil or who have stopped over in India, South Africa and/or Brazil in the last 14 calendar days and do not reside in Peru, is banned until 11 July. Commercial international travel started on 5 October 2020. Passengers need to wear two face masks and a facial protector and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) or antigen test taken 72 hours max before the commercial flight. You should arrange to take a private test.
*Quarantine requirements: All passengers arriving in Peru, irrespective of nationality and country of origin, have to show a molecular or antigen test with a negative result. If your test result is positive, you will have to self-isolate following the local authorities’ advice.
Peruvian nationals and foreign residents in Peru who enter Peru from India, South Africa or Brazil or who have stopped over in India, South Africa or Brazil must isolate by law in their homes, shelters or accommodation for 14 calendar days upon arrival in Peru.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 31 August 2021. The latest tier-based regulations will be in effect until at least 8 August.
Peru has been placed under a four-tier system of restrictions (Extreme, Very High, High and Moderate). Measures to contain the virus include curfews, restricted opening hours and reduced capacity limits in shops and other enclosed spaces. There is a requirement to wear masks in all public places (including outdoors) and two masks and a face shield in some indoor venues and on public transport.
For information on the tiers and restrictions in each area, you should visit the
El Peruano website. Restrictions may change at short notice – you should follow official guidance and the local media for updates. Fines may be imposed for those breaking the rules.
If you are leaving Peru and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Public places and services: Public places and services may be open or closed, depending on the tier level of the region.
Peru Latest News: Peruvian officials extend suspension of commercial flights from Brazil, India, South Africa because of COVID-19 (Xinhua, 20.06.2021).
International Restrictions:
*Entry to Peru: The entry of foreign nationals who travel from India, South Africa and/or Brazil or who have stopped over in India, South Africa and/or Brazil in the last 14 calendar days and do not reside in Peru, is banned until 11 July. Commercial international travel started on 5 October 2020. Passengers need to wear two face masks and a facial protector and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) or antigen test taken 72 hours max before the commercial flight. You should arrange to take a private test.
*Quarantine requirements: All passengers arriving in Peru, irrespective of nationality and country of origin, have to show a molecular or antigen test with a negative result. If your test result is positive, you will have to self-isolate following the local authorities’ advice.
Peruvian nationals and foreign residents in Peru who enter Peru from India, South Africa or Brazil or who have stopped over in India, South Africa or Brazil must isolate by law in their homes, shelters or accommodation for 14 calendar days upon arrival in Peru.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 31 July 2021. The latest tier-based regulations will be in effect until at least 11 July.
Peru has been placed under a four-tier system of restrictions (Extreme, Very High, High and Moderate). Measures to contain the virus include curfews, restricted opening hours and reduced capacity limits in shops and other enclosed spaces. There is a requirement to wear masks in all public places (including outdoors) and two masks and/or a face shield in some indoor venues and on public transport.
For information on the tiers and restrictions in each area, you should visit the El Peruano website. Restrictions may change at short notice – you should follow official guidance and the local media for updates. Fines may be imposed for those breaking the rules.
If you are leaving Peru and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Public places and services: Public places and services may be open or closed, depending on the tier level of the region.
Peru 1. Until 30 June 2021, flights from Brazil, India and South Africa are suspended.
2. Until 11 July 2021, passengers are not allowed to enter if in the past 14 days they have been to or transited through Brazil, India or South Africa. – This does not apply to
nationals and residents of Peru.
3. Passengers must have a negative COVID-19 antigen or RT-PCR test result issued at most 72 hours before departure from the first embarkation point; or – an epidemiological
medical discharge certificate valid for a minimum of 6 months before arrival. – This does not apply to passengers younger than 12 years.
4. Passengers must complete an “Affidavit of Health and Geolocation Authorization” at http://e-notificacion.migraciones.gob.pe/dj-salud/ 72 hours before departure.
5. Passengers could be subject to quarantine for 14 days.
6. Suspension of visa exemptions for nationals of Korea (Rep.) with a normal passport.
Peru Latest News: Peruvian government extends suspension of flights from Brazil, South Africa and U.K. until 15 May (UOL, 03.05.2021)
International Restrictions:
*Entry to Peru: The entry of foreign nationals who travel from India, South Africa and/or Brazil or who have stopped over in India, South Africa and/or Brazil in the last 14 calendar days and do not reside in Peru, is banned until 30 May. Commercial international travel started on 5 October 2020. Passengers need to wear a face mask and a facial protector and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) or antigen test taken 72 hours before the commercial flight. You should arrange to take a private test.
*Quarantine requirements:
All passengers arriving in Peru, irrespective of nationality and country of origin, have to show a molecular or antigen test with a negative result. If your test result is positive, you will have to self-isolate following the local authorities’ advice.
Peruvian nationals and foreign residents in Peru who enter Peru from India, South Africa or Brazil or who have stopped over in India, South Africa or Brazil must isolate by law in their homes, shelters or accommodation for 14 calendar days upon arrival in Peru.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 31 May April 2021. The latest tier-based regulations will also be in effect until at least 30 May.
Peru has been divided in three tier system (Extreme, Very High and High)
Extreme Tier: includes Huarmey province (region of Ancash), Abancay, Chincheros and Grau provinces (region of Apurimac), Islay province (region of Arequipa), Huamanga, Huanta and La Mar provinces (region of Ayacucho), Hualgayoc province (region of Cajamarca), Tayacaja province (region of Huancavelica), Ambo and Leoncio Prado provinces (region of Huanuco), Chanchamayo, Concepcion, Jauja, Satipo, Tarma and Yauli provinces (region of Junin), Viru province (region of La Libertad), Chiclayo and Lambayeque provinces (region of La Libertad), Tambopata province (region of Madre de Dios), Anta, Canchis and Cusco provinces (region of Cusco), Chincha province (region of Ica), Oxapampa province (region of Pasco), Bellavista and Lamas provinces (region of San Martin) and Puno, Melgar, San Roman and Yunguyo provinces (region of Puno).
• Curfew from 9pm to 4am from Monday to Saturday, and Sundays all day
• Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays
• Beaches, rivers and lakes are closed
• Interprovincial land passengers transport: open with 50% to 100% capacity, regulated by the Ministry of Transport
Activities in closed spaces:
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts: open with 20% capacity
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 20% capacity
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 40% capacity. Drugstore delivery service available 24 hours a day.
• Restaurants (internal areas with ventilation): open with 30% capacity and previous booking. Delivery service available until 11pm
• Churches: open with 20% capacity
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries: open with 30% capacity
• Clubs and sport associations: open with 30% capacity
• Hairdressers, spas, facial massages, manicure, make up services (with ventilation): open with 40% capacity and previous appointments
• Banks: open with 40% capacity
Activities in open spaces: No capacity limits and respecting protocols, with local governments’ previous authorisation
• Performing arts
• Cultural teaching
• Restaurants in open spaces
• Protected natural areas, botanic gardens and zoos
• Clubs and sport associations in open spaces
Very High Tier:includes the regions of Lima, Moquegua, Piura, Tacna, Tumbes, Ucayali, Amazonas, Apurimac (except for Abancay, Chincheros and Grau provinces), La Libertad (except for Trujillo, Santiago de Chuco and Viru provinces), Ancash (except for Huarmey province), Arequipa (except for Islay province), Ayacucho (except for Huamanga, La Mar and Huanta provinces), Cajamarca (except for Hualgayoc province), Cusco (except for Cusco, Anta and Canchis provinces), Huancavelica (except for Tayacaja province), Huanuco (except for Ambo and Leoncio Prado provinces), Ica (except for Chincha province), Junin (except for Chanchamayo, Tarma, Concepcion, Jauja, Satipo and Yauli provinces), Lambayeque (except for Chiclayo and Lambayeque provinces), La Libertad (except for Viru province), Madre de Dios (except for Tambopata province), Pasco (except for Oxapampa province), Puno (except for Melgar, Puno, San Roman and Yunguyo provinces), San Martin (except for Bellavista and Lamas provinces), and Callao province.
• Curfew from 9pm to 4am daily
• Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays
• Beaches, rivers and lakes are closed
• Interprovincial land passenger transport: open with 50% to 100% capacity, regulated by the Ministry of Transport
Activities in closed spaces:
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts: open with 30% capacity.
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 30% capacity
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 50% capacity
• Restaurants (internal areas): open with 40% capacity
• Churches: open with 30% capacity
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries: open with 40% capacity
• Clubs and sport associations: open with 40% capacity
• Banks: open with 50% capacity
Activities in open spaces: No capacity limits and respecting protocols, with local governments’ previous authorisation
• Performing arts
• Cultural teaching
• Restaurants in open spaces
• Protected natural areas, botanic gardens and zoos
• Clubs and sport associations in open spaces
High Tier: includes the region of Loreto.
• Curfew from 10pm to 4am daily
• Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays
Activities in closed spaces:
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts: open with 40% capacity.
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 40% capacity
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 60% capacity
• Restaurants (internal areas): open with 50% capacity
• Churches: open with 40% capacity
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries: open with 50% capacity
• Clubs and sport associations: open with 50% capacity
• Banks: open with 60% capacity
Activities in open spaces: No capacity limits and respecting protocols, with local governments’ previous authorisation
• Performing arts
• Restaurants in open spaces
• Protected natural areas, botanic gardens and zoos
• Clubs and sport associations in open spaces
Nationwide regulations:
• Home deliveries will be permitted
• Restaurant take-outs will be permitted other than in curfew hours
• All commercial centres in the Very High and High tier regions must close two hours before curfew max, and in the Extreme tier regions 3 hours before curfew max
• when outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance
• it is recommended that people over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home
• everyone must wear face masks outside of homes
• in addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport
• everyone must wear two face masks while at places with crowding risk, such as shopping centres, markets, supermarkets, department stores, galleries, shops and drug stores. One of these masks can be a cloth mask. In these places a facial protector is also recommended
• All types of social and family gatherings and visits, including political, civil and cultural events, are prohibited
Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the government.
If you are leaving Peru and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Public places and services: Public places and services may be open or closed, depending on the tier level of the region.
Peru Latest News:
International Restrictions:
*Entry to Peru: The entry of foreign nationals who travel from the United Kingdom, South Africa and/or Brazil or who have stopped over in the United Kingdom, South Africa and/or Brazil in the last 14 calendar days and do not reside in Peru, is banned until 9 May.
Commercial international travel started on 5 October within the Latin American region. Passengers need to wear a face mask and a face shield/visor and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours before the commercial flight. You should arrange to take a private test.
*Quarantine requirements: All passengers arriving in Peru, irrespective of nationality, have to quarantine for 14 days. This can be in a home or accommodation anywhere in the country, in liaison with the health authorities. When the quarantine is to be completed outside Lima, you must arrive there within 24 hours after arrival in Peru.
If upon arrival in Peru you test positive, you will have to self-isolate in the Villa Panamericana or any other temporary centre in Lima or in the centres that the regional government assigns. You may end quarantine if you take an antigen test upon your arrival in the country and the result is negative. If you receive a positive result, you will need to quarantine where the health authorities decide.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 31 May April 2021. The latest tier-based regulations will also be in effect until at least 9 May.
Peru has been divided in three tier system (Extreme, Very High and High)
Extreme Tier: includes Chachapoyas province (region of Amazonas), Casma, Huaraz and Huarmey provinces (region of Ancash), Abancay and Andahuaylas provinces (region of Apurimac), Caylloma province (region of Arequipa), Zarumilla province (region of Tumbes), Piura and Sullana provinces (region of Piura), Chanchamayo, Tarma and Yauli provinces (region of Junin), Trujillo, Santiago de Chuco and Viru (region of La Libertad), Barranca, Huaura, Huaral, Cañete and Lima provinces (region of Lima), Casma, Huaraz and Huarmey provinces (region of Ancash), Tambopata province (region of Madre de Dios), Huamanga and Huanta provinces (region of Ayacucho), Anta, Cusco, La Convencion, Quispicanchi and Urubamba provinces (region of Cusco), Ica, Nazca and Pisco provinces (region of Ica), Chiclayo province (region of Lambayeque) Moyobamba and Rioja provinces (region of San Martin), Coronel Portillo province (region of Ucayali), Puno province (region of Puno), and Callao province.
• Curfew from 9pm to 4am from Monday to Saturday, and Sundays all day
• Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays
• Beaches are closed
• Interprovincial land passengers transport: open with 50% to 100% capacity, regulated by the Ministry of Transport
Activities in closed spaces:
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts: open with 20% capacity
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 20% capacity
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 40% capacity.. Drugstore delivery service available 24 hours a day.
• Restaurants (internal areas with ventilation): open with 30% capacity and previous booking. Delivery service available until 11pm
• Churches: open with 20% capacity
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries: open with 30% capacity
• Clubs and sport associations: open with 30% capacity
• Hairdressers, spas, facial massages, manicure, make up services (with ventilation): open with 40% capacity and previous appointments
• Banks: open with 40% capacity
Activities in open spaces: No capacity limits and respecting protocols, with local governments’ previous authorisation
• Performing arts
• Cultural teaching
• Restaurants in open spaces
• Protected natural areas, botanic gardens and zoos
• Clubs and sport associations in open spaces
Very High Tier: includes the regions of Huanuco, Moquegua, Pasco, Tacna, Amazonas (except for Chachapoyas province), Apurimac (except for Andahuaylas and Abancay provinces), Tumbes (except for Zarumilla province), Piura (except for Piura and Sullana provinces), La Libertad (except for Trujillo, Santiago de Chuco and Viru provinces), Ancash (except for Casma, Huaraz and Huarmey provinces), Arequipa (except for Caylloma province), Ayacucho (except for Huamanga and Huanta provinces), Cajamarca (except for Cutervo and Jaen), Cusco (except for Cusco, Anta, La Convencion, Quisquipanchi and Urubamba provinces), Huancavelica (except for Huancavelica province), Ica (except for Ica, Nazca and Pisco provinces), Junin (except for Chanchamayo, Tarma and Yauliprovinces), Lambayeque (except for Chiclayo province), Lima (except for Barranca,Huaura, Huaral, Cañete and Lima provinces), Madre de Dios (except for Tambopata province), Ucayali (except for Coronel Portillo province), San Martin (except for Moyobamba and Rioja provinces) and Puno (except for Puno province).
• Curfew from 9pm to 4am daily
• Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays
• Beaches are closed
Activities in closed spaces:
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts: open with 30% capacity.
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 30% capacity
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 50% capacity
• Restaurants (internal areas): open with 40% capacityChurches: open with 30% capacity
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries: open with 40% capacity
• Clubs and sport associations: open with 40% capacity
• Banks: open with 50% capacity
Activities in open spaces: No capacity limits and respecting protocols, with local governments’ previous authorisation
• Performing arts
• Cultural teaching
• Restaurants in open spaces
• Protected natural areas, botanic gardens and zoos
• Clubs and sport associations in open spaces
High Tier: includes the region of Loreto.
• Curfew from 10pm to 4am daily
• Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays
Activities in closed spaces:
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts: open with 40% capacity.
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 40% capacity
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 60% capacity
• Restaurants (internal areas): open with 50% capacity
• Churches: open with 40% capacity
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries: open with 50% capacity
• Clubs and sport associations: open with 50% capacity
• Banks: open with 60% capacity
Activities in open spaces: No capacity limits and respecting protocols, with local governments’ previous authorisation
• Performing arts
• Restaurants in open spaces
• Protected natural areas, botanic gardens and zoos
• Clubs and sport associations in open spaces
Nationwide regulations:
• Home deliveries will be permitted
• Restaurant take-outs will be permitted other than in curfew hours
• All commercial centres in the Very High and High tier regions must close two hours before curfew max, and in the Extreme tier regions 3 hours before curfew max
• when outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance
• it is recommended that people over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home
• everyone must wear face masks outside of homes
• in addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport
• everyone must wear two face masks and a facial protector while at places with crowding risk, such as shopping centres, markets, supermarkets, department stores, galleries, shops and drug stores.
• All types of social and family gatherings and visits, including political, civil and cultural events, are prohibited
Special regulations for Sunday 9 May (Mother’s Day):
• National curfew
• Ban on the use of private cars
• People will be allowed to go by foot or on a bike to buy essential items and medicine and for restaurant take outs
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets and drugstores can open from 4 am to 6 pm with their corresponding tiers’ capacity
• Drugstores’ 24 hours delivery service
• Restaurants delivery service: from 4 am to 11 pm
• The vaccination process will continue
Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the government.
If you are leaving Peru and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Public places and services: Public places and services may be open or closed, depending on the tier level of the region.
Peru Latest News: Holy Week quarantine restrictions, curfew from 1-4 April (OSAC,23.03.2021).
International Restrictions:
*Entry to Peru: The entry of foreign nationals who travel from the United Kingdom, South Africa and/or Brazil or who have stopped over in the United Kingdom, South Africa and/or Brazil in the last 14 calendar days and do not reside in Peru, is banned until 9 May.
Commercial international travel started on 5 October within the Latin American region. Passengers need to wear a face mask and a face shield/visor and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours before the commercial flight. You should arrange to take a private test.
*Quarantine requirements: All passengers arriving in Peru, irrespective of nationality, have to quarantine for 14 days. This can be in a home or accommodation anywhere in the country, in liaison with the health authorities. When the quarantine is to be completed outside Lima, you must arrive there within 24 hours after arrival in Peru.
If upon arrival in Peru you test positive, you will have to self-isolate in the Villa Panamericana or any other temporary centre in Lima or in the centres that the regional government assigns. You may end quarantine if you take an antigen test upon your arrival in the country and the result is negative. If you receive a positive result, you will need to quarantine where the health authorities decide.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 31 May April 2021. The latest tier-based regulations will also be in effect until at least 9 May. Peru has been divided in three tier system (Extreme, Very High and High)
-Extreme Tier: includes Chachapoyas province (region of Amazonas), Casma, Huaraz and Huarmey provinces (region of Ancash), Abancay and Andahuaylas provinces (region of Apurimac), Caylloma province (region of Arequipa), Zarumilla province (region of Tumbes), Piura and Sullana provinces (region of Piura), Chanchamayo, Tarma and Yauli provinces (region of Junin), Trujillo, Santiago de Chuco and Viru (region of La Libertad), Barranca, Huaura, Huaral, Cañete and Lima provinces (region of Lima), Casma, Huaraz and Huarmey provinces (region of Ancash), Tambopata province (region of Madre de Dios), Huamanga and Huanta provinces (region of Ayacucho), Anta, Cusco, La Convencion, Quispicanchi and Urubamba provinces (region of Cusco), Ica, Nazca and Pisco provinces (region of Ica), Chiclayo province (region of Lambayeque) Moyobamba and Rioja provinces (region of San Martin), Coronel Portillo province (region of Ucayali), Puno province (region of Puno), and Callao province.
• Curfew from 9pm to 4am from Monday to Saturday, and Sundays all day; • Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays; • Beaches are closed; • Interprovincial land passengers transport: open with 50% to 100% capacity, regulated by the Ministry of Transport; • Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in closed spaces are closed. Performing arts in open spaces: open with 20% capacity; • Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 20% capacity; • Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 40% capacity; • Restaurants (internal areas with fans and open spaces): open with 30% capacity. Delivery service available until 11pm; • Churches are closed; • Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, protected areas, botanic gardens and zoos: open with 30% capacity; • Clubs and sport associations in open spaces are closed; • Hairdressers, spas, facial massages, manicure, make up services: open with 40% capacity and previous appointments; • Cultural teaching in open spaces: open with 20% capacity; • Banks: open with 40% capacity.
-Very High Tier: includes the regions of Huanuco, Moquegua, Pasco, Tacna, Amazonas (except for Chachapoyas province), Apurimac (except for Andahuaylas and Abancay provinces), Tumbes (except for Zarumilla province), Piura (except for Piura and Sullana provinces), La Libertad (except for Trujillo, Santiago de Chuco and Viru provinces), Ancash (except for Casma, Huaraz and Huarmey provinces), Arequipa (except for Caylloma province), Ayacucho (except for Huamanga and Huanta provinces), Cajamarca (except for Cutervo and Jaen), Cusco (except for Cusco, Anta, La Convencion, Quisquipanchi and Urubamba provinces), Huancavelica (except for Huancavelica province), Ica (except for Ica, Nazca and Pisco provinces), Junin (except for Chanchamayo, Tarma and Yauliprovinces), Lambayeque (except for Chiclayo province), Lima (except for Barranca,Huaura, Huaral, Cañete and Lima provinces), Madre de Dios (except for Tambopata province), Ucayali (except for Coronel Portillo province), San Martin (except for Moyobamba and Rioja provinces) and Puno (except for Puno province).
• Curfew from 9pm to 4am daily; • Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays; • Beaches are closed; • Interprovincial land passengers transport available with 50% to 100% capacity, regulated by the Ministry of Transport; • Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts: open with 20% capacity. Performing arts in open spaces: open with 30% capacity; • Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 30% capacity; • Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 50% capacity; • Restaurants (internal areas): open with 30% capacity, restaurants (open space): open with 40% capacity; • Churches: open with 20% capacity; • Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, protected areas, botanic gardens and zoos: open with 40% capacity; • Clubs and sport associations in open spaces: open with 30% capacity; • Cultural teaching in open spaces: open with 40% capacity; • Banks: open with 50% capacity
-High Tier: includes the region of Loreto. • Curfew from 10pm to 4am daily; • Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays; • Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in closed spaces: open with 30% capacity. Performing arts in open spaces: open with 50% capacity; • Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 40% capacity; • Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 60% capacity; • Restaurants (internal areas): open with 50% capacity, restaurants (open space): open with 60% capacity; • Churches: open with 30% capacity; • Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, protected areas, botanic gardens and zoos: open with 50% capacity; • Clubs and sport associations in open spaces: open with 40% capacity; • Banks: open with 60% capacity
-Nationwide regulations: • Home deliveries will be permitted; • Restaurant take-outs will be permitted other than in curfew hours; • All commercial centres in the Very High and High tier regions must close two hours before curfew max, and in the Extreme tier regions 3 hours before curfew max; • when outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance; • it is recommended that people over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home; • everyone must wear face masks outside of homes; • in addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport and while at places with crowding risk, such as shopping centres, markets, supermarkets and department stores; • All types of social and family gatherings and visits, including political and cultural events, are prohibited
Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the government. If you are leaving Peru and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Public places and services: Public places and services may be open or closed, depending on the tier level of the region.
Peru Latest News: Holy Week quarantine restrictions, curfew from 1-4 April (OSAC,23.03.2021).
International Restrictions:
*Entry to Peru: Commercial international travel started on 5 October within the Latin American region. Passengers need to wear a face mask and a face shield/visor and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours before the commercial flight.
• Passengers at the airport will need to follow strict regulations, including the mandatory use of masks and facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) and social distancing
• At present, commercial airlines are operating to and from Peru up to 8 hours flying time away.
• Air France are flying from Lima to Paris and Iberia from Lima to Madrid on a weekly basis. However, these flights do not bring passengers into Peru. There are currently no direct inbound passenger flights from Europe to Peru.
• If travelling via another country, it is essential you check the travel advice for that country, as some currently do not permit transit to/from the UK.
• If you travel to Peru, you will need to show proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued no more than 72 hours before your flight.
• All passengers arriving in Peru, irrespective of nationality, have to quarantine for 14 days. This can be in a home or accommodation anywhere in the country, in liaison with the health authorities. When the quarantine is to be completed outside Lima, you must arrive there within 24 hours after arrival in Peru. If upon arrival in Peru you test positive, you will have to self isolate in the Villa Panamericana or any other temporary centre in Lima or in the centres that the regional government assigns. You may end quarantine after 7 days if you take a PCR test on your 6th day in country and the result is negative. If you receive a positive result, you will need to quarantine where the health authorities decide.
Internal Restrictions: *Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 30 April 2021. The latest tier-based regulations will also be in effect until at least 30 April. Peru has been divided in three tier system (Extreme, Very High and High)
*Extreme Tier: includes Andahuaylas province (region of Apurimac), Tumbes province (in Tumbes region), Piura province (region of Piura), Chupaca and Chanchamayo (region of Junin), Trujillo and Pacasmayo provinces (region of La Libertad), Barranca, Huarochiri and Huaura provinces (region of Lima), Huaylas province (region of Ancash), Tambopata province (region of Madre de Dios), Huamanga province (region of Ayacucho), Cusco province (region of Cusco), Chanchamayo and Chupaca provinces (region of Junin), Ica province (region of Ica), Alto Amazonas province (region of Loreto), Moyobamba province (in San Martin region), Coronel Portillo province (region of Ucayali) and Puno province (region of Puno).
• Curfew from 9pm to 4am from Monday to Saturday, and Sundays all day
• Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays
• Beaches are closed
• Interprovincial land passengers transport: open with 50% to 100% capacity, regulated by the Ministry of Transport
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in closed spaces are closed. Performing arts in open spaces: open with 20% capacity
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 20% capacity
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 40% capacity
• Restaurants (internal areas with fans and open spaces): open with 30% capacity. Delivery service available until 11pm
• Churches are closed
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, protected areas, botanic gardens and zoos: open with 30% capacity
• Clubs and sport associations in open spaces are closed
• Hairdressers, spas, facial massages, manicure, make up services: open with 40% capacity and previous appointments
• Cultural teaching in open spaces: open with 20% capacity
• Banks: open with 40% capacity
*Very High Tier: includes the regions of Amazonas, Arequipa, Cajamarca, Huancavelica, Moquegua, Pasco, Tacna, Apurimac (except for Andahuaylas province), Tumbes (except for Tumbes province), Piura (except for Piura province), La Libertad (except for Trujillo and Pacasmayo provinces), Ancash (except for Huaylas province), Ayacucho (except for Huamanga province), Cusco (except for Cusco province), Ica (except for Ica province), Junin (except for Chanchamayo and Chupaca provinces), Lima (except for Barranca,Huaura and Huarochiri provinces), Madre de Dios (except for Tambopata province), Loreto (except for Alto Amazonas province), Ucayali (except for Coronel Portillo province), San Martin (except for Moyobamba province), Puno (except for Puno province) and Callao province.
• Curfew from 9pm to 4am daily
• Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays
• Beaches are closed
• Interprovincial land passengers transport available with 50% to 100% capacity, regulated by the Ministry of Transport
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts: open with 20% capacity. Performing arts in open spaces: open with 30% capacity
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 30% capacity
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 50% capacity
• Restaurants (internal areas): open with 30% capacity, restaurants (open space): open with 40% capacity
• Churches: open with 20% capacity
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, protected areas, botanic gardens and zoos: open with 40% capacity
• Clubs and sport associations in open spaces: open with 30% capacity
• Cultural teaching in open spaces: open with 40% capacity
• Banks: open with 50% capacity
*High Tier: includes the regions of Huanuco and Lambayeque.
• Curfew from 10pm to 4am daily
• Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in closed spaces: open with 30% capacity. Performing arts in open spaces: open with 50% capacity
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 40% capacity
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 60% capacity
• Restaurants (internal areas): open with 50% capacity, restaurants (open space): open with 60% capacity
• Churches: open with 30% capacity
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, protected areas, botanic gardens and zoos: open with 50% capacity
• Clubs and sport associations in open spaces: open with 40% capacity
• Banks: open with 60% capacity
*Nationwide regulations:
• Home deliveries will be permitted
• Restaurant take-outs will be permitted other than in curfew hours
• All commercial centres in the Very High and High tier regions must close two hours before curfew max, in the Extreme tier regions 3 hours before curfew max
• when outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance
• it is recommended that people over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home
• everyone must wear face masks outside of homes
• in addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport
• All types of social and family gatherings and visits, including political and cultural events, are prohibited
Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the government. If you are leaving Peru and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Public places and services: Public places and services may be open or closed, depending on the tier level of the region.
Peru Latest News: Holy Week quarantine restrictions, curfew from 1-4 April (OSAC,23.03.2021).
International Restrictions:
*Entry to Peru: Commercial international travel started on 5 October within the Latin American region. Passengers need to wear a face mask and a face shield/visor and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours before the commercial flight.
• Passengers at the airport will need to follow strict regulations, including the mandatory use of masks and facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) and social distancing
• At present, commercial airlines are operating to and from Peru up to 8 hours flying time away.
• Air France are flying from Lima to Paris and Iberia from Lima to Madrid on a weekly basis. However, these flights do not bring passengers into Peru. There are currently no direct inbound passenger flights from Europe to Peru.
• If travelling via another country, it is essential you check the travel advice for that country, as some currently do not permit transit to/from the UK.
• If you travel to Peru, you will need to show proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued no more than 72 hours before your flight.
• All passengers arriving in Peru, irrespective of nationality, have to quarantine for 14 days. This can be in a home or accommodation anywhere in the country, in liaison with the health authorities. When the quarantine is to be completed outside Lima, you must arrive there within 24 hours after arrival in Peru. If upon arrival in Peru you test positive, you will have to self isolate in the Villa Panamericana or any other temporary centre in Lima or in the centres that the regional government assigns. You may end quarantine after 7 days if you take a PCR test on your 6th day in country and the result is negative. If you receive a positive result, you will need to quarantine where the health authorities decide.
Internal Restrictions: *Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 30 April 2021. The latest tier-based regulations will also be in effect until at least 30 April. Peru has been divided in three tier system (Extreme, Very High and High)
Extreme Tier: includes Andahuaylas province (region of Apurimac), Tumbes province (in Tumbes region), Piura province (region of Piura), Chupaca and Chanchamayo (region of Junin), Trujillo and Pacasmayo provinces (region of La Libertad), Barranca, Huarochiri and Huaura provinces (region of Lima), Huaylas province (region of Ancash), Tambopata province (region of Madre de Dios), Huamanga province (region of Ayacucho), Cusco province (region of Cusco), Chanchamayo and Chupaca provinces (region of Junin), Ica province (region of Ica), Alto Amazonas province (region of Loreto), Moyobamba province (in San Martin region), Coronel Portillo province (region of Ucayali) and Puno province (region of Puno).
• Curfew from 9pm to 4am from Monday to Saturday, and Sundays all day
• Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays
• Beaches are closed
• Interprovincial land passengers transport: open with 50% to 100% capacity, regulated by the Ministry of Transport
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in closed spaces are closed. Performing arts in open spaces: open with 20% capacity
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 20% capacity
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 40% capacity
• Restaurants (internal areas with fans and open spaces): open with 30% capacity. Delivery service available until 11pm
• Churches are closed
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, protected areas, botanic gardens and zoos: open with 30% capacity
• Clubs and sport associations in open spaces are closed
• Hairdressers, spas, facial massages, manicure, make up services: open with 40% capacity and previous appointments
• Cultural teaching in open spaces: open with 20% capacity
• Banks: open with 40% capacity
Very High Tier: includes the regions of Amazonas, Arequipa, Cajamarca, Huancavelica, Moquegua, Pasco, Tacna, Apurimac (except for Andahuaylas province), Tumbes (except for Tumbes province), Piura (except for Piura province), La Libertad (except for Trujillo and Pacasmayo provinces), Ancash (except for Huaylas province), Ayacucho (except for Huamanga province), Cusco (except for Cusco province), Ica (except for Ica province), Junin (except for Chanchamayo and Chupaca provinces), Lima (except for Barranca,Huaura and Huarochiri provinces), Madre de Dios (except for Tambopata province), Loreto (except for Alto Amazonas province), Ucayali (except for Coronel Portillo province), San Martin (except for Moyobamba province), Puno (except for Puno province) and Callao province.
• Curfew from 9pm to 4am daily
• Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays
• Beaches are closed
• Interprovincial land passengers transport available with 50% to 100% capacity, regulated by the Ministry of Transport
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts: open with 20% capacity. Performing arts in open spaces: open with 30% capacity
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 30% capacity
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 50% capacity
• Restaurants (internal areas): open with 30% capacity, restaurants (open space): open with 40% capacity
• Churches: open with 20% capacity
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, protected areas, botanic gardens and zoos: open with 40% capacity
• Clubs and sport associations in open spaces: open with 30% capacity
• Cultural teaching in open spaces: open with 40% capacity
• Banks: open with 50% capacity
High Tier: includes the regions of Huanuco and Lambayeque.
• Curfew from 10pm to 4am daily
• Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in closed spaces: open with 30% capacity. Performing arts in open spaces: open with 50% capacity
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 40% capacity
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 60% capacity
• Restaurants (internal areas): open with 50% capacity, restaurants (open space): open with 60% capacity
• Churches: open with 30% capacity
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, protected areas, botanic gardens and zoos: open with 50% capacity
• Clubs and sport associations in open spaces: open with 40% capacity
• Banks: open with 60% capacity
Nationwide regulations:
• Home deliveries will be permitted
• Restaurant take-outs will be permitted other than in curfew hours
• All commercial centres in the Very High and High tier regions must close two hours before curfew max, in the Extreme tier regions 3 hours before curfew max
• when outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance
• it is recommended that people over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home
• everyone must wear face masks outside of homes
• in addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport
• All types of social and family gatherings and visits, including political and cultural events, are prohibited
Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the government. If you are leaving Peru and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Public places and services: Public places and services may be open or closed, depending on the tier level of the region.
Peru Latest News: Holy Week quarantine restrictions, curfew from 1-4 April (OSAC,23.03.2021).
International Restrictions:
*Entry to Peru: Commercial international travel started on 5 October within the Latin American region. Passengers need to wear a face mask and a face shield/visor and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours before the commercial flight.
• Passengers at the airport will need to follow strict regulations, including the mandatory use of masks and facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) and social distancing
• At present, commercial airlines are operating to and from Peru up to 8 hours flying time away.
• Air France are flying from Lima to Paris and Iberia from Lima to Madrid on a weekly basis. However, these flights do not bring passengers into Peru. There are currently no direct inbound passenger flights from Europe to Peru.
• If travelling via another country, it is essential you check the travel advice for that country, as some currently do not permit transit to/from the UK.
• If you travel to Peru, you will need to show proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued no more than 72 hours before your flight.
• All passengers arriving in Peru, irrespective of nationality, have to quarantine for 14 days. This can be in a home or accommodation anywhere in the country, in liaison with the health authorities. When the quarantine is to be completed outside Lima, you must arrive there within 24 hours after arrival in Peru. If upon arrival in Peru you test positive, you will have to self isolate in the Villa Panamericana or any other temporary centre in Lima or in the centres that the regional government assigns. You may end quarantine after 7 days if you take a PCR test on your 6th day in country and the result is negative. If you receive a positive result, you will need to quarantine where the health authorities decide.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru:
On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 30 April 2021. The latest tier-based regulations will also be in effect until at least 30 April. Peru has been divided in three tier system (Extreme, Very High and High).
-Extreme Tier: includes Andahuaylas province (region of Apurimac), Tumbes province (in Tumbes region), Piura province (region of Piura), Chupaca and Chanchamayo (region of Junin), Trujillo and Pacasmayo provinces (region of La Libertad), Barranca, Huarochiri and Huaura provinces (region of Lima), Huaylas province (region of Ancash), Tambopata province (region of Madre de Dios), Huamanga province (region of Ayacucho), Cusco province (region of Cusco), Chanchamayo and Chupaca provinces (region of Junin), Ica province (region of Ica), Alto Amazonas province (region of Loreto), Moyobamba province (in San Martin region), Coronel Portillo province (region of Ucayali) and Puno province (region of Puno). •Curfew from 9pm to 4am from Monday to Saturday, and Sundays all day; •Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays; •Beaches are closed; •Interprovincial land passengers transport: open with 50% to 100% capacity, regulated by the Ministry of Transport; •Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in closed spaces are closed. Performing arts in open spaces: open with 20% capacity; •Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 20% capacity; •Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 40% capacity; •Restaurants (internal areas with fans and open spaces): open with 30% capacity. Delivery service available until 11pm; •Churches are closed; •Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, protected areas, botanic gardens and zoos: open with 30% capacity; •Clubs and sport associations in open spaces are closed; •Hairdressers, spas, facial massages, manicure, make up services: open with 40% capacity and previous appointments; •Cultural teaching in open spaces: open with 20% capacity; •Banks: open with 40% capacity.
-Very High Tier: includes the regions of Amazonas, Arequipa, Cajamarca, Huancavelica, Moquegua, Pasco, Tacna, Apurimac (except for Andahuaylas province), Tumbes (except for Tumbes province), Piura (except for Piura province), La Libertad (except for Trujillo and Pacasmayo provinces), Ancash (except for Huaylas province), Ayacucho (except for Huamanga province), Cusco (except for Cusco province), Ica (except for Ica province), Junin (except for Chanchamayo and Chupaca provinces), Lima (except for Barranca,Huaura and Huarochiri provinces), Madre de Dios (except for Tambopata province), Loreto (except for Alto Amazonas province), Ucayali (except for Coronel Portillo province), San Martin (except for Moyobamba province), Puno (except for Puno province) and Callao province: •Curfew from 9pm to 4am daily; •Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays; •Beaches are closed; •Interprovincial land passengers transport available with 50% to 100% capacity, regulated by the Ministry of Transport; •Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts: open with 20% capacity. Performing arts in open spaces: open with 30% capacity; •Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 30% capacity; •Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 50% capacity; •Restaurants (internal areas): open with 30% capacity, restaurants (open space): open with 40% capacity; •Churches: open with 20% capacity; •Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, protected areas, botanic gardens and zoos: open with 40% capacity; •Clubs and sport associations in open spaces: open with 30% capacity; •Cultural teaching in open spaces: open with 40% capacity; •Banks: open with 50% capacity.
-High Tier: includes the regions of Huanuco and Lambayeque. •Curfew from 10pm to 4am daily; •Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays; •Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in closed spaces: open with 30% capacity. Performing arts in open spaces: open with 50% capacity; • Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 40% capacity; •Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 60% capacity; •Restaurants (internal areas): open with 50% capacity, restaurants (open space): open with 60% capacity; •Churches: open with 30% capacity; •Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, protected areas, botanic gardens and zoos: open with 50% capacity; •Clubs and sport associations in open spaces: open with 40% capacity; •Banks: open with 60% capacity.
-Nationwide regulations: •Home deliveries will be permitted; •Restaurant take-outs will be permitted other than in curfew hours; •All commercial centres in the Very High and High tier regions must close two hours before curfew max, in the Extreme tier regions 3 hours before curfew max; •when outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance; •it is recommended that people over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home; •everyone must wear face masks outside of homes;
• in addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport; •All types of social and family gatherings and visits, including political and cultural events, are prohibited.
*Special regulations during Easter: From 1 to 4 April: •there is a nationwide curfew with people required to stay home 24 hours unless going out – on foot or bike – for essential groceries or medicines; •ban on the use of private cars; •groceries shops, supermarkets, markets and drugstores will open from 4am to 6pm; •drugstores deliveries will work 24 hours; •restaurants deliveries will work from 4am to 11pm; •educational material distribution by educational staff will be permitted.
From 1 to 3 April interprovincial passenger transport will be suspended. Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the government. If you are leaving Peru and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Public places and services: Public places and services may be open or closed, depending on the tier level of the region.
Peru Latest News: Holy Week quarantine restrictions, curfew from 1-4 April (OSAC,23.03.2021).
International Restrictions:
*Entry to Peru: Commercial international travel started on 5 October within the Latin American region. Passengers need to wear a face mask and a face shield/visor and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours before the commercial flight.
• Passengers at the airport will need to follow strict regulations, including the mandatory use of masks and facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) and social distancing
• At present, commercial airlines are operating to and from Peru up to 8 hours flying time away.
• Air France are flying from Lima to Paris and Iberia from Lima to Madrid on a weekly basis. However, these flights do not bring passengers into Peru. There are currently no direct inbound passenger flights from Europe to Peru.
• If travelling via another country, it is essential you check the travel advice for that country, as some currently do not permit transit to/from the UK.
• If you travel to Peru, you will need to show proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued no more than 72 hours before your flight.
• All passengers arriving in Peru, irrespective of nationality, have to quarantine for 14 days. This can be in a home or accommodation anywhere in the country, in liaison with the health authorities. When the quarantine is to be completed outside Lima, you must arrive there within 24 hours after arrival in Peru. If upon arrival in Peru you test positive, you will have to self isolate in the Villa Panamericana or any other temporary centre in Lima or in the centres that the regional government assigns. You may end quarantine after 7 days if you take a PCR test on your 6th day in country and the result is negative. If you receive a positive result, you will need to quarantine where the health authorities decide.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 30 April 2021. The latest tier-based regulations will also be in effect until at least 30 April. Peru has been divided in three tier system (Extreme, Very High and High)
-Extreme Tier: includes Andahuaylas province (region of Apurimac), Tumbes province (in Tumbes region), Piura province (region of Piura), Chupaca and Chanchamayo (region of Junin), Trujillo and Pacasmayo provinces (region of La Libertad), Barranca, Huarochiri and Huaura provinces (region of Lima), Huaylas province (region of Ancash), Tambopata province (region of Madre de Dios), Huamanga province (region of Ayacucho), Cusco province (region of Cusco), Chanchamayo and Chupaca provinces (region of Junin), Ica province (region of Ica), Alto Amazonas province (region of Loreto), Moyobamba province (in San Martin region), Coronel Portillo province (region of Ucayali) and Puno province (region of Puno). • Curfew from 9pm to 4am from Monday to Saturday, and Sundays all day; • Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays; • Beaches are closed; • Interprovincial land passengers transport: open with 50% to 100% capacity, regulated by the Ministry of Transport; • Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in closed spaces are closed. Performing arts in open spaces: open with 20% capacity; • Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 20% capacity; •Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 40% capacity; •Restaurants (internal areas with fans and open spaces): open with 30% capacity. Delivery service available until 11pm; •Churches are closed; •Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, protected areas, botanic gardens and zoos: open with 30% capacity; •Clubs and sport associations in open spaces are closed; •Hairdressers, spas, facial massages, manicure, make up services: open with 40% capacity and previous appointments; •Cultural teaching in open spaces: open with 20% capacity; •Banks: open with 40% capacity
-Very High Tier: includes the regions of Amazonas, Arequipa, Cajamarca, Huancavelica, Moquegua, Pasco, Tacna, Apurimac (except for Andahuaylas province), Tumbes (except for Tumbes province), Piura (except for Piura province), La Libertad (except for Trujillo and Pacasmayo provinces), Ancash (except for Huaylas province), Ayacucho (except for Huamanga province), Cusco (except for Cusco province), Ica (except for Ica province), Junin (except for Chanchamayo and Chupaca provinces), Lima (except for Barranca,Huaura and Huarochiri provinces), Madre de Dios (except for Tambopata province), Loreto (except for Alto Amazonas province), Ucayali (except for Coronel Portillo province), San Martin (except for Moyobamba province), Puno (except for Puno province) and Callao province. • Curfew from 9pm to 4am daily; •Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays; •Beaches are closed; •Interprovincial land passengers transport available with 50% to 100% capacity, regulated by the Ministry of Transport; •Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts: open with 20% capacity. Performing arts in open spaces: open with 30% capacity; •Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 30% capacity; •Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 50% capacity; •Restaurants (internal areas): open with 30% capacity, restaurants (open space): open with 40% capacity; •Churches: open with 20% capacity; • Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, protected areas, botanic gardens and zoos: open with 40% capacity; •Clubs and sport associations in open spaces: open with 30% capacity; •Cultural teaching in open spaces: open with 40% capacity; •Banks: open with 50% capacity
-High Tier: includes the regions of Huanuco and Lambayeque. •Curfew from 10pm to 4am daily; •Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays; •Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in closed spaces: open with 30% capacity. Performing arts in open spaces: open with 50% capacity; •Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 40% capacity; • Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 60% capacity; •Restaurants (internal areas): open with 50% capacity, restaurants (open space): open with 60% capacity; •Churches: open with 30% capacity; •Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, protected areas, botanic gardens and zoos: open with 50% capacity; •Clubs and sport associations in open spaces: open with 40% capacity; •Banks: open with 60% capacity
-Nationwide regulations: •Home deliveries will be permitted; •Restaurant take-outs will be permitted other than in curfew hours; •All commercial centres in the Very High and High tier regions must close two hours before curfew max, in the Extreme tier regions 3 hours before curfew max; •when outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance; •it is recommended that people over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home; •everyone must wear face masks outside of homes; •in addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport; •All types of social and family gatherings and visits, including political and cultural events, are prohibited.
*Special regulations during Easter: -From 1 to 4 April: •there is a nationwide curfew with people required to stay home 24 hours unless going out – on foot or bike – for essential groceries or medicines; •ban on the use of private cars
• groceries shops, supermarkets, markets and drugstores will open from 4am to 6pm; •drugstores deliveries will work 24 hours; •restaurants deliveries will work from 4am to 11pm; •educational material distribution by educational staff will be permitted. From 1 to 3 April interprovincial passenger transport will be suspended. Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the government. If you are leaving Peru and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Public places and services: Public places and services may be open or closed, depending on the tier level of the region.
Peru The Peruvian government has announced that mandatory quarantine for foreign travellers entering the country will be lifted, although flights of over eight hours and connections with Brazil will remain suspended.
Requirements for international tourists wishing to travel to Peru will be the same as applicable up to December 2020, with a negative PCR test result for Covid-19, in addition to the mandatory wearing of face masks and face shields at airport facilities and inside airplanes. The government stated that this measure was taken after noting an improvement in Covid-19 infection figures in recent weeks in
The new measures announced by the ministry are aimed at restarting the industry which is an important contributor of their economy.
Among other measures announced, visitors are to take an antigen test upon arrival at Jorge Chávez International Airport. No tests are needed for domestic flights within the country but tourist have to sign an affidavit stating they do not have any symptoms of Covid 19.
Peru Latest News: Authorities lift mandatory 14-day quarantine for foreign tourists; negative COVID-19 test still required for entry (Times of India, 15.03.2021). Passenger flights from Europe to Peru suspended until 14 March because of COVID-19 (According to AA.tr, 02.03.2021). Peruvian government extends suspension of flights from Brazil until 14 March (Sentinel, 01.03.2021). Government eases lockdown, extends night curfew and all-day curfew on Sundays until 14 March (Urdu Point, 24.02.2021). COVID-19 lockdown extended for several areas until 28 February (Andina, 11.02.2021).
International Restrictions:
*Entry to Peru: Commercial international travel started on 5 October within the Latin American region. Passengers need to wear a face mask and a face shield/visor and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours before the commercial flight.
• Passengers at the airport will need to follow strict regulations, including the mandatory use of masks and facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) and social distancing
• At present, commercial airlines are operating to and from Peru up to 8 hours flying time away.
• Air France are flying from Lima to Paris and Iberia from Lima to Madrid on a weekly basis. However, these flights do not bring passengers into Peru. There are currently no direct inbound passenger flights from Europe to Peru.
• If travelling via another country, it is essential you check the travel advice for that country, as some currently do not permit transit to/from the UK.
• If you travel to Peru, you will need to show proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued no more than 72 hours before your flight.
• All passengers arriving in Peru, irrespective of nationality, have to quarantine for 14 days. This can be in a home or accommodation anywhere in the country, in liaison with the health authorities. When the quarantine is to be completed outside Lima, you must arrive there within 24 hours after arrival in Peru. If upon arrival in Peru you test positive, you will have to self isolate in the Villa Panamericana or any other temporary centre in Lima or in the centres that the regional government assigns. You may end quarantine after 7 days if you take a PCR test on your 6th day in country and the result is negative. If you receive a positive result, you will need to quarantine where the health authorities decide.
Internal Restrictions: *Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 31 March 2021. The latest tier-based regulations will also be in effect until at least 28 March. Peru has been divided in three tier system (Extreme, Very High and High):
Extreme Tier: includes Abancay province (region of Apurimac), Caylloma province (region of Arequipa), Cajamarca and Cajabamba (region of Cajamarca), Jauja, Chupaca and Chanchamayo (region of Junin), Lambayeque province (region of Lambayeque), Trujillo province (region of La Libertad), Barranca, Huaral and Huaura provinces (region of Lima, Huaraz and Casma provinces (region of Ancash), Tambopata province (region of Madre de Dios), Huamanga, Cangallo and La Mar provinces (region of Ayacucho), Cusco and La Convencion provinces (region of Cusco), Chanchamayo, Chupaca and Jauja region of Junin), , Chincha and Pisco provinces (region of Ica), Mariscal Nieto province (region of Moquegua), Maynas province (region of Loreto), Tacna province (region of Tacna), Coronel Portillo province (region of Ucayali) and Callao province.
• Curfew from 9pm to 4am from Monday to Saturday, and Sundays all day
• Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays
• Beaches are closed
• Interprovincial land passengers transport: open with 50% to 100% capacity, regulated by the Ministry of Transport
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in closed spaces are closed. Performing arts in open spaces: open with 20% capacity
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 20% capacity
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 40% capacity
• Restaurants (internal areas with fans and open spaces): open with 30% capacity. Delivery service available until 11pm
• Churches are closed
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, protected areas, botanic gardens and zoos: open with 30% capacity
• Clubs and sport associations in open spaces are closed
• Hairdressers, spas, facial massages, manicure, make up services: open with 40% capacity and previous appointments. Cultural teaching in open spaces: open with 20% capacity Banks: open with 40% capacity
Very High Tier: includes the regions of Tumbes, San Martin, Amazonas, Apurimac (except for Abancay province), Lambayeque (except for Lambayeque province), La Libertad (except for Trujillo province), Arequipa (except for Caylloma province), Ancash (except for Huaraz and Casma provinces), Ayacucho (except for Huamanga, Cangallo and La Mar provinces), Cajamarca (except for Cajamarca and Cajabamba provinces), Cusco (except for Cusco and La Convencion provinces), Huancavelica, Ica (except for Chincha and Piscoprovinces), Junin (except for Chanchamayo, Chupaca and Jaujaprovinces), Lima (except for Barranca, Huaral andHuaura provinces), Madre de Dios (except for Tambopata), Loreto (except for Maynas province), Moquegua (except for Mariscal Nieto province), Ucayali (except for Coronel Portillo province), Pasco, Puno and Tacna (except for Tacna province).
• Curfew from 9pm to 4am daily
• Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays
• Beaches are closed
• Interprovincial land passengers transport available with 50% to 100% capacity, regulated by the Ministry of Transport
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts: open with 20% capacity. Performing arts in open spaces: open with 30% capacity
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 30% capacity
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 50% capacity
• Restaurants (internal areas): open with 30% capacity, restaurants (open space): open with 40% capacity
• Churches: open with 20% capacity
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, protected areas, botanic gardens and zoos: open with 40% capacity
• Clubs and sport associations in open spaces: open with 30% capacity
• Cultural teaching in open spaces: open with 40% capacity
• Banks: open with 50% capacity
High Tier: includes the regions of Huanuco and Piura.
• Curfew from 10pm to 4am daily
• Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in closed spaces: open with 30% capacity. Performing arts in open spaces: open with 50% capacity
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 40% capacity
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 60% capacity
• Restaurants (internal areas): open with 50% capacity, restaurants (open space): open with 60% capacity
• Churches: open with 30% capacity
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, protected areas, botanic gardens and zoos: open with 50% capacity
• Clubs and sport associations in open spaces: open with 40% capacity
• Banks: open with 60% capacity
Nationwide regulations:
• Home deliveries will be permitted
• Restaurant take-outs will be permitted other than in curfew hours
• All commercial centres in the Very High and High tier regions must close two hours before curfew max, in the Extreme tier regions 3 hours before curfew max
• when outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance
• it is recommended that people over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home
• everyone must wear face masks outside of homes
• in addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport
• All types of social and family gatherings and visits, including political and cultural events, are prohibited
Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the government.
If you are leaving Peru and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Public places and services: Public places and services may be open or closed, dependant on the tier level of the region.
Peru Latest News: Government eases lockdown, extends night curfew and all-day curfew on Sundays until 14 March (Urdu Point, 24.02.2021). COVID-19 lockdown extended for several areas until 28 February (Andina, 11.02.2021).
Interntional Restrictions:
*Entry to Peru: Commercial international travel started on 5 October within the Latin American region. Passengers need to wear a face mask and a face shield/visor and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours before the commercial flight.
• Passengers at the airport will need to follow strict regulations, including the mandatory use of masks and facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) and social distancing
• At present, commercial airlines are operating to and from Peru up to 8 hours flying time away.
• Air France are flying from Lima to Paris and Iberia from Lima to Madrid on a weekly basis. However, these flights do not bring passengers into Peru. There are currently no direct inbound passenger flights from Europe to Peru.
• If travelling via another country, it is essential you check the travel advice for that country, as some currently do not permit transit to/from the UK.
• If you travel to Peru, you will need to show proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued no more than 72 hours before your flight.
• All passengers arriving in Peru, irrespective of nationality, have to quarantine for 14 days. This can be in a home or accommodation anywhere in the country, in liaison with the health authorities. When the quarantine is to be completed outside Lima, you must arrive there within 24 hours after arrival in Peru. If upon arrival in Peru you test positive, you will have to self isolate in the Villa Panamericana or any other temporary centre in Lima or in the centres that the regional government assigns. You may end quarantine after 7 days if you take a PCR test on your 6th day in country and the result is negative. If you receive a positive result, you will need to quarantine where the health authorities decide.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 31 March 2021. The latest tier-based regulations will also be in effect until at least 14 March. Peru has been divided in three tier system (Extreme, Very High and High) Extreme Tier: includes the regions of Barranca, Huaral, Huarochiri, Huaura and Lima provinces (Lima including Lima city) Callao province, Huaraz province (Ancash), Huamanga province (Ayacucho), Canchis province (Cusco), Oxapampa province (Pasco), Huanuco province (Huanuco), Chanchamayo, Chupaca, Huancayo, Satipo and Tarma provinces (Junin), Huancavelica and Tayacaja provinces (Huancavelica), Chincha and Ica provinces (Ica), Ilo province (Moquegua), Maynas province (Loreto), Tacna province (Tacna) and Puno province (Puno).
• Curfew from 9pm to 4am from Monday to Saturday, and Sundays all day;
• Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays;
• Beaches are closed;
• Interprovincial land passengers transport: open with 50% to 100% capacity, regulated by the Ministry of Transport;
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in closed spaces are closed. Performing arts in open spaces: open with 20% capacity;
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 20% capacity;
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 40% capacity;
• Restaurants (internal areas with fans and open spaces): open with 30% capacity. Delivery service available until 11pm;
• Churches are closed;
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, protected areas, botanic gardens and zoos: open with 30% capacity;
• Clubs and sport associations in open spaces are closed;
• Hairdressers, spas, facial massages, manicure, make up services: open with 40% capacity and previous appointments. Cultural teaching in open spaces: open with 20% capacity Banks: open with 40% capacity.
Very High Tier: includes the regions of Tumbes, Amazonas, Apurimac, Ancash (except for Huaraz province), Ayacucho (except for Huamanga province), Cusco (except for Canchis province), Huancavelica (except for Huancavelica and Tayacaja provinces), Huanuco (except for Huanuco province), Ica (except for Chincha and Ica provinces), Junin (except for Chanchamayo, Chupaca, Huancayo, Satipo and Tarma provinces), Lima (except for Barranca, Huaral, Huarochiri, Huaura and Lima provinces), Loreto (except for Maynas), Moquegua (except for Ilo), Pasco (except for Oxapampa), Puno (except for Puno province) and Tacna (except for Tacna province).
• Curfew from 9pm to 4am daily;
• Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays;
• Beaches are closed;
• Interprovincial land passengers transport available with 50% to 100% capacity, regulated by the Ministry of Transport;
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in closed spaces are closed. Performing arts in open spaces: open with 30% capacity;
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 30% capacity;
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 50% capacity;
• Restaurants (internal areas): open with 30% capacity, restaurants (open space): open with 40% capacity;
• Churches: open with 20% capacity;
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, protected areas, botanic gardens and zoos: open with 40% capacity;
• Clubs and sport associations in open spaces: open with 30% capacity
• Cultural teaching in open spaces: open with 40% capacity;
• Banks: open with 50% capacity.
High Tier: includes the regions of Cajamarca, Lambayeque, La Libertad, Madre de Dios, Piura, San Martin and Ucayali.
• Curfew from 10pm to 4am daily;
• Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays;
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in closed spaces: open with 30% capacity. Performing arts in open spaces: open with 50% capacity;
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 40% capacity;
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 60% capacity;
• Restaurants (internal areas): open with 50% capacity, restaurants (open space): open with 60% capacity;
• Churches: open with 30% capacity;
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, protected areas, botanic gardens and zoos: open with 50% capacity;
• Clubs and sport associations in open spaces: open with 40% capacity
• Banks: open with 60% capacity Nationwide regulations;
• Home deliveries will be permitted;
• Restaurant take-outs will be permitted other than in curfew hours;
• All commercial centres in the Very High and High tier regions must close two hours before curfew max, in the Extreme tier regions 3 hours before curfew max;
• when outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance;
• it is recommended that people over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home;
• everyone must wear face masks outside of homes;
• in addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport;
• All types of social and family gatherings and visits, including political and cultural events, are prohibited.
Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the government.
If you are leaving Peru and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Public places and services: Public places and services may be open or closed, dependant on the tier level of the region.
Peru Latest News: Government eases lockdown, extends night curfew and all-day curfew on Sundays until 14 March (Urdu Point, 24.02.2021). COVID-19 lockdown extended for several areas until 28 February (Andina, 11.02.2021).
Interntional Restrictions:
*Entry to Peru: Commercial international travel started on 5 October within the Latin American region. Passengers need to wear a face mask and a face shield/visor and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours before the commercial flight.
• Passengers at the airport will need to follow strict regulations, including the mandatory use of masks and facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) and social distancing
• At present, commercial airlines are operating to and from Peru up to 8 hours flying time away.
• Air France are flying from Lima to Paris and Iberia from Lima to Madrid on a weekly basis. However, these flights do not bring passengers into Peru. There are currently no direct inbound passenger flights from Europe to Peru.
• If travelling via another country, it is essential you check the travel advice for that country, as some currently do not permit transit to/from the UK.
• If you travel to Peru, you will need to show proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued no more than 72 hours before your flight.
• All passengers arriving in Peru, irrespective of nationality, have to quarantine for 14 days. This can be in a home or accommodation anywhere in the country, in liaison with the health authorities. When the quarantine is to be completed outside Lima, you must arrive there within 24 hours after arrival in Peru. If upon arrival in Peru you test positive, you will have to self isolate in the Villa Panamericana or any other temporary centre in Lima or in the centres that the regional government assigns. You may end quarantine after 7 days if you take a PCR test on your 6th day in country and the result is negative. If you receive a positive result, you will need to quarantine where the health authorities decide.
Internal Restrictions:
Extension of the State of Emergency: The Government of Peru announced the readjustment of regional alert levels, the lifting of general quarantine, and the imposition of new curfew hours, effective from March 1 to March 14, 2021.
Regions in “Extreme Alert” include the city of Lima (Lima Metropolitan region, Callao, Huaura, Barranca, Huarochiri and Huaral) and some regions within Áncash (Huaraz), Ayacucho (Huamanga), Cusco (Canchis), Huancavelica (Huancavelica and Tayacaja), Huánuco (Huánuco), Ica (Ica and Chincha), Junín (Huancayo, Tarma, Chanchamayo, Satipo, Chupaca), Loreto (Maynas), Moquegua (Ilo), Pasco (Oxapampa), Puno (Puno), and Tacna (Tacna).
Other provinces and departments remain in “Very High Alert” and “High Alert” with lesser movement and capacity restrictions.
In areas of “Extreme alert,” the curfew lasts from 9:00 p.m. until 4:00 a.m. from Monday to Saturday and all-day Sunday.
Some facilities including restaurants, banks, pharmacies, stores, salons, and tourist sites may open with limited occupancy.
Other facilities including gyms, casinos, beaches, and places of worship remain closed. Interprovincial transport is now open subject to capacity limitations.
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 28 February 2021. The latest tier-based regulations will also be in effect until at least 28 February. Peru has been divided in four tier system (Extreme, Very High, High and Moderate).
Extreme Tier: includes the regions of Lima (including Lima city), Callao, Ancash, Pasco, Huanuco, Junin, Huancavelica, Ica, Apurimac, the provinces of Maynas and Ramon Castilla in Loreto and the province of Puno in Puno.
• People must stay home except for authorised activities (for example to purchase essential goods) and/or for up to one hour of exercise per day, in the vicinity of their home
• Ban on the use of private cars
• Interprovincial land and air passengers transport is stopped
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in open and closed spaces are closed
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops are closed
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 40% capacity
• Restaurants (internal areas and open space) are closed but can operate delivery
• Churches are closed
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries,
• botanic gardens and zoos are closed
• Clubs and sport associations are closed
• Hairdressers, spas, facial massages, manicure, make up services are closed
• Sports and cultural teaching are closed
• Banks: open with 40% capacity
Very High Tier: includes the regions of Tumbes, Amazonas, Cajamarca, Ayacucho, Cusco, Puno, Arequipa, Moquegua, Tacna and Loreto.
• Curfew from 8pm to 4am daily
• Ban on the use of private cars on Saturdays and Sundays
• Interprovincial land passengers transport available with 50% capacity
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in closed spaces are closed
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 20% capacity
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 50% capacity
• Restaurants (internal areas) are closed, restaurants (open space): open with 30% capacity
• Churches are closed
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, botanic gardens and zoos are closed
• Clubs and sport associations are closed
• Banks: open with 50% capacity
High Tier: includes the regions of Piura, Loreto, Lambayeque, La Libertad, San Martin and Ucayali.
• Curfew from 9pm to 4am daily
• Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in closed spaces: open with 30% capacity. Performing arts in open spaces: open with 50% capacity
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 40% capacity
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 50% capacity
• Restaurants (internal areas): open with 50% capacity, restaurants (open space): open with 60% capacity
• Churches: open with 20% capacity
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, botanic gardens and zoos: open with 50% capacity
• Clubs and sport associations: open with 40% capacity
• Banks: open with 50% capacity
Moderate Tier: Madre de Dios.
• Curfew from 11pm to 4am daily
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in closed spaces: open with 40% capacity. Performing arts in open spaces: open with 60% capacity
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 50% capacity
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 50% capacity
• Restaurants (internal areas): open with 60% capacity, restaurants (open space): open with 70% capacity
• Churches: open with 30% capacity
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, botanic gardens and zoos: open with 60% capacity
• Clubs and sport associations: open with 50% capacity
• Banks: open with 50% capacity
Nationwide regulations:
• closure of all beaches and river banks in Lima, Callao, Ica, Arequipa, Moquegua, Tacna, Tumbes, Piura, Lambayeque, La Libertad and Ancash. Santa province (Ancash)
• when outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance
• it is recommended that people over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home
• everyone must wear face masks outside of homes
• in addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport
• All types of social and family gatherings and visits, including political and cultural events, are prohibited
• All commercial establishments will close two hours before curfew, and at 6 pm max in the extreme alert regions.
• Home deliveries will be permitted.
Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the government. If you are leaving Peru and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Public places and services: Public places and services may be open or closed, dependant on the tier level of the region.
Peru Latest News: COVID-19 lockdown extended for several areas until 28 February (Andina, 11.02.2021). Authorities announced heightened quarantine including movement restrictions by land and air travel from 31 January to 14 February (OSAC, 28.01.2021). President Sagasti orders total lockdown of Lima, and nine other regions (Reuters, 26.01.2021). Peru government extends suspension of flights from Europe for 15 days (Explica, 06.01.2021).
Interntional Restrictions:
*Entry to Peru: Commercial international travel started on 5 October within the Latin American region. Passengers need to wear a face mask and a face shield/visor and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours before the commercial flight.
• Passengers at the airport will need to follow strict regulations, including the mandatory use of masks and facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) and social distancing
• At present, commercial airlines are operating to and from Peru up to 8 hours flying time away.
• Air France are flying from Lima to Paris and Iberia from Lima to Madrid on a weekly basis. However, these flights do not bring passengers into Peru. There are currently no direct inbound passenger flights from Europe to Peru.
• If travelling via another country, it is essential you check the travel advice for that country, as some currently do not permit transit to/from the UK.
• If you travel to Peru, you will need to show proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued no more than 72 hours before your flight.
• All passengers arriving in Peru, irrespective of nationality, have to quarantine for 14 days. This can be in a home or accommodation anywhere in the country, in liaison with the health authorities. When the quarantine is to be completed outside Lima, you must arrive there within 24 hours after arrival in Peru. If upon arrival in Peru you test positive, you will have to self isolate in the Villa Panamericana or any other temporary centre in Lima or in the centres that the regional government assigns. You may end quarantine after 7 days if you take a PCR test on your 6th day in country and the result is negative. If you receive a positive result, you will need to quarantine where the health authorities decide.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 28 February 2021. The latest tier-based regulations will also be in effect until at least 28 February. Peru has been divided in four tier system (Extreme, Very High, High and Moderate).
Extreme Tier: includes the regions of Lima (including Lima city), Callao, Ancash, Pasco, Huanuco, Junin, Huancavelica, Ica, Apurimac, the provinces of Maynas and Ramon Castilla in Loreto and the province of Puno in Puno.
• People must stay home except for authorised activities (for example to purchase essential goods) and/or for up to one hour of exercise per day, in the vicinity of their home
• Ban on the use of private cars
• Interprovincial land and air passengers transport is stopped
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in open and closed spaces are closed
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops are closed
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 40% capacity
• Restaurants (internal areas and open space) are closed but can operate delivery
• Churches are closed
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries,
• botanic gardens and zoos are closed
• Clubs and sport associations are closed
• Hairdressers, spas, facial massages, manicure, make up services are closed
• Sports and cultural teaching are closed
• Banks: open with 40% capacity
Very High Tier: includes the regions of Tumbes, Amazonas, Cajamarca, Ayacucho, Cusco, Puno, Arequipa, Moquegua, Tacna and Loreto.
• Curfew from 8pm to 4am daily
• Ban on the use of private cars on Saturdays and Sundays
• Interprovincial land passengers transport available with 50% capacity
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in closed spaces are closed
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 20% capacity
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 50% capacity
• Restaurants (internal areas) are closed, restaurants (open space): open with 30% capacity
• Churches are closed
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, botanic gardens and zoos are closed
• Clubs and sport associations are closed
• Banks: open with 50% capacity
High Tier: includes the regions of Piura, Loreto, Lambayeque, La Libertad, San Martin and Ucayali.
• Curfew from 9pm to 4am daily
• Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in closed spaces: open with 30% capacity. Performing arts in open spaces: open with 50% capacity
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 40% capacity
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 50% capacity
• Restaurants (internal areas): open with 50% capacity, restaurants (open space): open with 60% capacity
• Churches: open with 20% capacity
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, botanic gardens and zoos: open with 50% capacity
• Clubs and sport associations: open with 40% capacity
• Banks: open with 50% capacity
Moderate Tier: Madre de Dios.
• Curfew from 11pm to 4am daily
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in closed spaces: open with 40% capacity. Performing arts in open spaces: open with 60% capacity
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 50% capacity
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 50% capacity
• Restaurants (internal areas): open with 60% capacity, restaurants (open space): open with 70% capacity
• Churches: open with 30% capacity
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, botanic gardens and zoos: open with 60% capacity
• Clubs and sport associations: open with 50% capacity
• Banks: open with 50% capacity
Nationwide regulations:
• closure of all beaches and river banks in Lima, Callao, Ica, Arequipa, Moquegua, Tacna, Tumbes, Piura, Lambayeque, La Libertad and Ancash. Santa province (Ancash)
• when outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance
• it is recommended that people over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home
• everyone must wear face masks outside of homes
• in addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport
• All types of social and family gatherings and visits, including political and cultural events, are prohibited
• All commercial establishments will close two hours before curfew, and at 6 pm max in the extreme alert regions.
• Home deliveries will be permitted.
Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the government. If you are leaving Peru and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Public places and services: Public places and services may be open or closed, dependant on the tier level of the region.
Peru Latest News: COVID-19 lockdown extended for several areas until 28 February (Andina, 11.02.2021). Authorities announced heightened quarantine including movement restrictions by land and air travel from 31 January to 14 February (OSAC, 28.01.2021). President Sagasti orders total lockdown of Lima, and nine other regions (Reuters, 26.01.2021). Peru government extends suspension of flights from Europe for 15 days (Explica, 06.01.2021).
Interntional Restrictions:
*Entry to Peru: Commercial international travel started on 5 October within the Latin American region. Passengers need to wear a face mask and a face shield/visor and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours before the commercial flight.
• Passengers at the airport will need to follow strict regulations, including the mandatory use of masks and facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) and social distancing
• At present, commercial airlines are operating to and from Peru up to 8 hours flying time away.
• Air France are flying from Lima to Paris and Iberia from Lima to Madrid on a weekly basis. However, these flights do not bring passengers into Peru. There are currently no direct inbound passenger flights from Europe to Peru.
• If travelling via another country, it is essential you check the travel advice for that country, as some currently do not permit transit to/from the UK.
• If you travel to Peru, you will need to show proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued no more than 72 hours before your flight.
• All passengers arriving in Peru, irrespective of nationality, have to quarantine for 14 days. This can be in a home or accommodation anywhere in the country, in liaison with the health authorities. When the quarantine is to be completed outside Lima, you must arrive there within 24 hours after arrival in Peru. If upon arrival in Peru you test positive, you will have to self isolate in the Villa Panamericana or any other temporary centre in Lima or in the centres that the regional government assigns. You may end quarantine after 7 days if you take a PCR test on your 6th day in country and the result is negative. If you receive a positive result, you will need to quarantine where the health authorities decide.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 28 February 2021. The latest tier-based regulations will also be in effect until at least 28 February. Peru has been divided in four tier system (Extreme, Very High, High and Moderate).
Extreme Tier: includes the regions of Lima (including Lima city), Callao, Ancash, Pasco, Huanuco, Junin, Huancavelica, Ica, Apurimac, the provinces of Maynas and Ramon Castilla in Loreto and the province of Puno in Puno.
• People must stay home except for authorised activities (for example to purchase essential goods) and/or for up to one hour of exercise per day, in the vicinity of their home
• Ban on the use of private cars
• Interprovincial land and air passengers transport is stopped
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in open and closed spaces are closed
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops are closed
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 40% capacity
• Restaurants (internal areas and open space) are closed but can operate delivery
• Churches are closed
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, botanic gardens and zoos are closed
• Clubs and sport associations are closed
• Hairdressers, spas, facial massages, manicure, make up services are closed
• Sports and cultural teaching are closed
• Banks: open with 40% capacity
Very High Tier: includes the regions of Tumbes, Amazonas, Cajamarca, Ayacucho, Cusco, Puno, Arequipa, Moquegua, Tacna and Loreto.
• Curfew from 8pm to 4am daily
• Ban on the use of private cars on Saturdays and Sundays
• Interprovincial land passengers transport available with 50% capacity
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in closed spaces are closed
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 20% capacity
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 50% capacity
• Restaurants (internal areas) are closed, restaurants (open space): open with 30% capacity
• Churches are closed
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, botanic gardens and zoos are closed
• Clubs and sport associations are closed
• Banks: open with 50% capacity
High Tier: includes the regions of Piura, Loreto, Lambayeque, La Libertad, San Martin and Ucayali.
Curfew from 9pm to 4am daily
• Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in closed spaces: open with 30% capacity. Performing arts in open spaces: open with 50% capacity
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 40% capacity
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 50% capacity
• Restaurants (internal areas): open with 50% capacity, restaurants (open space): open with 60% capacity
• Churches: open with 20% capacity
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, botanic gardens and zoos: open with 50% capacity
• Clubs and sport associations: open with 40% capacity
• Banks: open with 50% capacity
Moderate Tier: Madre de Dios.
• Curfew from 11pm to 4am daily
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in closed spaces: open with 40% capacity. Performing arts in open spaces: open with 60% capacity
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 50% capacity
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 50% capacity
• Restaurants (internal areas): open with 60% capacity, restaurants (open space): open with 70% capacity
• Churches: open with 30% capacity
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, botanic gardens and zoos: open with 60% capacity
• Clubs and sport associations: open with 50% capacity
• Banks: open with 50% capacity
Nationwide regulations: closure of all beaches and river banks in Lima, Callao, Ica, Arequipa, Moquegua, Tacna, Tumbes, Piura, Lambayeque, La Libertad and Ancash. Santa province (Ancash)
• when outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance
• it is recommended that people over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home
• everyone must wear face masks outside of homes
• in addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport
• All types of social and family gatherings and visits, including political and cultural events, are prohibited
• All commercial establishments will close two hours before curfew, and at 6 pm max in the extreme alert regions.
• Home deliveries will be permitted.
Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the government. If you are leaving Peru and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Public places and services: Public places and services may be open or closed, dependant on the tier level of the region.
Peru Latest News: Authorities announced heightened quarantine including movement restrictions by land and air travel from 31 January to 14 February (OSAC, 28.01.2021). President Sagasti orders total lockdown of Lima, and nine other regions (Reuters, 26.01.2021). Peru government extends suspension of flights from Europe for 15 days (Explica, 06.01.2021).
Interntional Restrictions:
*Entry to Peru: Commercial international travel started on 5 October within the Latin American region. Passengers need to wear a face mask and a face shield/visor and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours before the commercial flight.
• Passengers at the airport will need to follow strict regulations, including the mandatory use of masks and facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) and social distancing
• At present, commercial airlines are operating to and from Peru up to 8 hours flying time away.
• Air France are flying from Lima to Paris and Iberia from Lima to Madrid on a weekly basis. However, these flights do not bring passengers into Peru. There are currently no direct inbound passenger flights from Europe to Peru.
• If travelling via another country, it is essential you check the travel advice for that country, as some currently do not permit transit to/from the UK.
• If you travel to Peru, you will need to show proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued no more than 72 hours before your flight.
• All passengers arriving in Peru, irrespective of nationality, have to quarantine for 14 days. This can be in a home or accommodation anywhere in the country, in liaison with the health authorities. When the quarantine is to be completed outside Lima, you must arrive there within 24 hours after arrival in Peru. If upon arrival in Peru you test positive, you will have to self isolate in the Villa Panamericana or any other temporary centre in Lima or in the centres that the regional government assigns. You may end quarantine after 7 days if you take a PCR test on your 6th day in country and the result is negative. If you receive a positive result, you will need to quarantine where the health authorities decide.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 28 February 2021. The latest regulations with effect from 31 January until 14 February inclusive are:
Peru has been divided in four tier system (Extreme, Very High, High and Moderate).
Extreme Tier: includes the regions of Lima (including Lima city), Callao, Ancash, Pasco, Huanuco, Junin, Huancavelica, Ica and Apurimac.
• People must stay home except for authorised activities (for example to purchase essential goods) and/or for up to one hour of exercise per day, in the vicinity of their home
• Ban on the use of private cars
• Interprovincial land and air passengers transport is stopped
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in open and closed spaces are closed
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops are closed
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 40% capacity
• Restaurants (internal areas and open space) are closed but can operate delivery
• Churches are closed
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, botanic gardens and zoos are closed
• Clubs and sport associations are closed
• Hairdressers, spas, facial massages, manicure, make up services are closed
• Sports and cultural teaching are closed
• Banks: open with 40% capacity
Very High Tier: includes the regions of Tumbes, Amazonas, Cajamarca, Ayacucho, Cusco, Puno, Arequipa, Moquegua and Tacna.
• Curfew from 8pm to 4am daily
• Ban on the use of private cars on Saturdays and Sundays
• Interprovincial land passengers transport available with 50% capacity
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in closed spaces are closed
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 20% capacity
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 50% capacity
• Restaurants (internal areas) are closed, restaurants (open space): open with 30% capacity
• Churches are closed
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, botanic gardens and zoos are closed
• Clubs and sport associations are closed
• Banks: open with 50% capacity
High Tier: includes the regions of Piura, Loreto, Lambayeque, La Libertad, San Martin, Ucayali and Madre de Dios.
• Curfew from 9pm to 4am daily
• Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in closed spaces: open with 30% capacity. Performing arts in open spaces: open with 50% capacity
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 40% capacity
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 50% capacity
• Restaurants (internal areas): open with 50% capacity, restaurants (open space): open with 60% capacity
• Churches: open with 20% capacity
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, botanic gardens and zoos: open with 50% capacity
• Clubs and sport associations: open with 40% capacity
• Banks: open with 50% capacity
Moderate Tier: no regions
Nationwide regulations:
• closure of all beaches and river banks in Lima, Callao, Ica, Arequipa, Moquegua, Tacna, Tumbes, Piura, Lambayeque, La Libertad and Ancash. Santa province (Ancash)
• when outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance
• it is recommended that people over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home
• everyone must wear face masks outside of homes
• in addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport
• All types of social and family gatherings and visits, including political and cultural events, are prohibited
• All commercial establishments will close two hours before curfew, and at 6 pm max in the extreme alert regions.
• Home deliveries will be permitted.
Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the government.
If you are leaving Peru and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Public places and services:
Public places and services may be open or closed, dependant on the tier level of the region.
Peru Latest News: Authorities announced heightened quarantine including movement restrictions by land and air travel from 31 January to 14 February (OSAC, 28.01.2021). President Sagasti orders total lockdown of Lima, and nine other regions (Reuters, 26.01.2021). Peru government extends suspension of flights from Europe for 15 days (Explica, 06.01.2021).
Interntional Restrictions:
*Entry to Peru: Commercial international travel started on 5 October within the Latin American region. Passengers need to wear a face mask and a face shield/visor and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours before the commercial flight.
• Passengers at the airport will need to follow strict regulations, including the mandatory use of masks and facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) and social distancing
• At present, commercial airlines are operating to and from Peru up to 8 hours flying time away.
• Air France are flying from Lima to Paris and Iberia from Lima to Madrid on a weekly basis. However, these flights do not bring passengers into Peru. There are currently no direct inbound passenger flights from Europe to Peru.
• If travelling via another country, it is essential you check the travel advice for that country, as some currently do not permit transit to/from the UK.
• If you travel to Peru, you will need to show proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued no more than 72 hours before your flight.
• All passengers arriving in Peru, irrespective of nationality, have to quarantine for 14 days. This can be in a home or accommodation anywhere in the country, in liaison with the health authorities. When the quarantine is to be completed outside Lima, you must arrive there within 24 hours after arrival in Peru. If upon arrival in Peru you test positive, you will have to self isolate in the Villa Panamericana or any other temporary centre in Lima or in the centres that the regional government assigns. You may end quarantine after 7 days if you take a PCR test on your 6th day in country and the result is negative. If you receive a positive result, you will need to quarantine where the health authorities decide.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 28 February 2021. The latest regulations with effect from 31 January until 14 February inclusive are: Peru has been divided in four tier system (Extreme, Very High, High and Moderate).
*Extreme Tier: includes the regions of Lima (including Lima city), Callao, Ancash, Pasco, Huanuco, Junin, Huancavelica, Ica and Apurimac.
• People must stay home except for authorised activities (for example to purchase essential goods) and/or for up to one hour of exercise per day, in the vicinity of their home.
• Ban on the use of private cars.
• Interprovincial land and air passengers transport is stopped.
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in open and closed spaces are closed.
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops are closed.
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 40% capacity.
• Restaurants (internal areas and open space) are closed but can operate delivery.
• Churches are closed.
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, botanic gardens and zoos are closed.
• Clubs and sport associations are closed.
• Hairdressers, spas, facial massages, manicure, make up services are closed.
• Sports and cultural teaching are closed.
• Banks: open with 40% capacity.
*Very High Tier: includes the regions of Tumbes, Amazonas, Cajamarca, Ayacucho, Cusco, Puno, Arequipa, Moquegua and Tacna.
• Curfew from 8pm to 4am daily.
• Ban on the use of private cars on Saturdays and Sundays.
• Interprovincial land passengers transport available with 50% capacity.
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in closed spaces are closed.
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 20% capacity.
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 50% capacity.
• Restaurants (internal areas) are closed, restaurants (open space): open with 30% capacity.
• Churches are closed.
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, botanic gardens and zoos are closed.
• Clubs and sport associations are closed.
• Banks: open with 50% capacity.
*High Tier: includes the regions of Piura, Loreto, Lambayeque, La Libertad, San Martin, Ucayali and Madre de Dios.
• Curfew from 9pm to 4am daily.
• Ban on the use of private cars on Sundays.
• Casinos, gyms, movie theatres, performing arts in closed spaces: open with 30% capacity. Performing arts in open spaces: open with 50% capacity.
• Shopping centres, galleries, department stores, shops: open with 40% capacity.
• Groceries shops, supermarkets, markets, drugstores: open with 50% capacity.
• Restaurants (internal areas): open with 50% capacity, restaurants (open space): open with 60% capacity.
• Churches: open with 20% capacity.
• Libraries, museums, archaeological sites, cultural centres and galleries, botanic gardens and zoos: open with 50% capacity.
• Clubs and sport associations: open with 40% capacity.
• Banks: open with 50% capacity.
*Moderate Tier: no regions. Nationwide regulations:
• closure of all beaches and river banks in Lima, Callao, Ica, Arequipa, Moquegua, Tacna, Tumbes, Piura, Lambayeque, La Libertad and Ancash. Santa province (Ancash).
• when outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance.
• it is recommended that people over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home.
• everyone must wear face masks outside of homes.
• in addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport.
• All types of social and family gatherings and visits, including political and cultural events, are prohibited.
• All commercial establishments will close two hours before curfew, and at 6 pm max in the extreme alert regions.
• Home deliveries will be permitted.
Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the government.
If you are leaving Peru and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Public places and services: Public places and services are opening gradually following a relaxation of restrictions set out by the government.
Peru Latest News: President Sagasti orders total lockdown of Lima, and nine other regions (Reuters, 26.01.2021). Peru government extends suspension of flights from Europe for 15 days (Explica, 06.01.2021).
Interntional Restrictions:
• Passengers at the airport will need to follow strict regulations, including the mandatory use of masks and facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) and social distancing
• At present, commercial airlines are operating to and from Peru up to 8 hours flying time away.
• Air France are flying from Lima to Paris and Iberia from Lima to Madrid on a weekly basis. However, these flights do not bring passengers into Peru. There are currently no direct inbound passenger flights from Europe to Peru.
• If travelling via another country, it is essential you check the travel advice for that country, as some currently do not permit transit to/from the UK.
• If you travel to Peru, you will need to show proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued no more than 72 hours before your flight.
• All passengers arriving in Peru, irrespective of nationality, have to quarantine for 14 days. This can be in a home or accommodation anywhere in the country, in liaison with the health authorities. When the quarantine is to be completed outside Lima, you must arrive there within 24 hours after arrival in Peru. If upon arrival in Peru you test positive, you will have to self isolate in the Villa Panamericana or any other temporary centre in Lima or in the centres that the regional government assigns. You may end quarantine after 7 days if you take a PCR test on your 6th day in country and the result is negative. If you receive a positive result, you will need to quarantine where the health authorities decide.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 31 January 2021. The latest regulations are: Peru has been divided in three tier system (Very High, High and Moderate).
*Very High Tier: includes the regions of Ancash, Ica, Junin, Lambayeque, Lima region (not including Lima city), Piura and Tacna.
• Curfew from 7pm to 4am daily.
• A full lockdown applies on Sundays.
*High Tier: includes the regions of Arequipa, Apurimac, Cajamarca, Callao, Lima Metropolitana (Lima city), Cusco, Huanuco, La Libertad, Madre de Dios, Moquegua, Pasco, Puno and Tumbes.
• Private cars are banned from transiting on Sundays.
*Moderate Tier: includes the regions of Amazonas, Ayacucho, Huancavelica, Loreto, San Martin and Ucayali.
• Curfew from 11pm to 4am daily;
• closure of all beaches in Lima, Callao, Ica, Arequipa, Moquegua, Tacna, Tumbes, Piura, Lambayeque, La Libertad and Santa province (Ancash);
• when outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance;
• it is recommended that people over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home;
• everyone must wear face masks outside of homes;
• in addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport;
• Social and family gatherings and visits are prohibited.
Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the government. If you are leaving Peru and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Public places and services: Public places and services are opening gradually following a relaxation of restrictions set out by the government.
Peru Latest News: Peru government extends suspension of flights from Europe for 15 days (Explica, 06.01.2021). Government extends National Emergency until 31DEC20 (OSAC,30.11.2020). Peru will resume international flights to 24 destinations in 10 countries (United States, Mexico, Cuba, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Colombia Brazil and Argentina) in the Americas (Tico Times, 22.10.2020)
Interntional Restrictions:
• Passengers at the airport will need to follow strict regulations, including the mandatory use of masks and facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) and social distancing
• At present, commercial airlines are operating to and from Peru up to 8 hours flying time away.
• Air France are flying from Lima to Paris and Iberia from Lima to Madrid on a weekly basis. However, these flights do not bring passengers into Peru. There are currently no direct inbound passenger flights from Europe to Peru.
• If travelling via another country, it is essential you check the travel advice for that country, as some currently do not permit transit to/from the UK.
• If you travel to Peru, you will need to show proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test, issued no more than 72 hours before your flight.
• All passengers arriving in Peru, irrespective of nationality, have to quarantine for 14 days. This can be in a home or accommodation anywhere in the country, in liaison with the health authorities. When the quarantine is to be completed outside Lima, you must arrive there within 24 hours after arrival in Peru. If upon arrival in Peru you test positive, you will have to self isolate in the Villa Panamericana or any other temporary centre in Lima or in the centres that the regional government assigns. You may end quarantine after 7 days if you take a PCR test on your 6th day in country and the result is negative. If you receive a positive result, you will need to quarantine where the health authorities decide.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 31 January 2021. The latest regulations are: Peru has been divided in three tier system (Very High, High and Moderate).
*Very High Tier: includes the regions of Ancash, Ica, Junin, Lambayeque, Lima region (not including Lima city), Piura and Tacna.
• Curfew from 7pm to 4am daily.
• A full lockdown applies on Sundays.
*High Tier: includes the regions of Arequipa, Apurimac, Cajamarca, Callao, Lima Metropolitana (Lima city), Cusco, Huanuco, La Libertad, Madre de Dios, Moquegua, Pasco, Puno and Tumbes.
• Private cars are banned from transiting on Sundays.
*Moderate Tier: includes the regions of Amazonas, Ayacucho, Huancavelica, Loreto, San Martin and Ucayali.
• Curfew from 11pm to 4am daily;
• closure of all beaches in Lima, Callao, Ica, Arequipa, Moquegua, Tacna, Tumbes, Piura, Lambayeque, La Libertad and Santa province (Ancash);
• when outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance;
• it is recommended that people over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home;
• everyone must wear face masks outside of homes;
• in addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport;
• Social and family gatherings and visits are prohibited.
Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the government. If you are leaving Peru and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Public places and services: Public places and services are opening gradually following a relaxation of restrictions set out by the government.
Peru Latest News: Peru government extends suspension of flights from Europe for 15 days (Explica, 06.01.2021). Government extends National Emergency until 31DEC20 (OSAC,30.11.2020). Peru will resume international flights to 24 destinations in 10 countries (United States, Mexico, Cuba, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Colombia Brazil and Argentina) in the Americas (Tico Times, 22.10.2020)
Interntional Restrictions:
All passengers arriving in Peru, irrespective of nationality, will have to quarantine for 14 days. This can be in a home anywhere in the country or in a government-run facility at the Pan American Games village in Lima.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 31 January 2021. The latest regulations are: Peru has been divided in three tier system (Very High, High and Moderate). Very High Tier: includes the regions of Ancash, Ica, Junin, Lambayeque, Lima region (not including Lima city), Piura and Tacna.
• Curfew from 7pm to 4am daily
• A full lockdown applies on Sundays
*High Tier: includes the regions of Arequipa, Apurimac, Cajamarca, Callao, Lima Metropolitana (Lima city), Cusco, Huanuco, La Libertad, Madre de Dios, Moquegua, Pasco, Puno and Tumbes.
• Curfew from 9pm to 4am am daily
• Private cars are banned from transiting on Sundays
*Moderate Tier: includes the regions of Amazonas, Ayacucho, Huancavelica, Loreto, San Martin and Ucayali.
• curfew from 11pm to 4am daily
• closure of all beaches in Lima, Callao, Ica, Arequipa, Moquegua, Tacna, Tumbes, Piura, Lambayeque, La Libertad and Santa province (Ancash)
• when outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance
• it is recommended that people over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home
• everyone must wear face masks outside of homes
• in addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport
• Social and family gatherings and visits are prohibited
Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the government. If you are leaving Peru and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Public places and services: Public places and services are opening gradually following a relaxation of restrictions set out by the government.
Peru Latest News: Peru government extends suspension of flights from Europe for 15 days (Explica, 06.01.2021). Government extends National Emergency until 31DEC20 (OSAC,30.11.2020). Peru will resume international flights to 24 destinations in 10 countries (United States, Mexico, Cuba, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Colombia Brazil and Argentina) in the Americas (Tico Times, 22.10.2020)
Interntional Restrictions:
All passengers arriving in Peru, irrespective of nationality, will have to quarantine for 14 days. This can be in a home anywhere in the country or in a government-run facility at the Pan American Games village in Lima.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 31 January 2021. The latest regulations are: Peru has been divided in three tier system (Very High, High and Moderate). Very High Tier: includes the regions of Ancash, Ica, Junin, Lambayeque, Lima region, Piura and Tacna.
• Curfew from 7pm to 4am daily
• A full lockdown applies on Sundays
High Tier: includes the regions of Arequipa, Apurimac, Cajamarca, Callao, Lima Metropolitana, Cusco, Huanuco, La Libertad, Madre de Dios, Moquegua, Pasco, Puno and Tumbes.
• Curfew from 9pm to 4am am daily
• Private cars are banned from transiting on Sundays
Moderate Tier: includes the regions of Amazonas, Ayacucho, Huancavelica, Loreto, San Martin and Ucayali.
• curfew from 11pm to 4am daily
• closure of all beaches in Lima, Callao, Ica, Arequipa, Moquegua, Tacna, Tumbes, Piura, Lambayeque, La Libertad and Santa province (Ancash)
• when outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance
• it is recommended that people over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home
• everyone must wear face masks outside of homes
• in addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport
• Social and family gatherings and visits are prohibited
Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the government. If you are leaving Peru and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Public places and services: Public places and services are opening gradually following a relaxation of restrictions set out by the government.
Peru Latest News: Peru government extends suspension of flights from Europe for 15 days (Explica, 06.01.2021). Government extends National Emergency until 31DEC20 (OSAC,30.11.2020). Peru will resume international flights to 24 destinations in 10 countries (United States, Mexico, Cuba, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Colombia Brazil and Argentina) in the Americas (Tico Times, 22.10.2020)
Interntional Restrictions:
All passengers arriving in Peru, irrespective of nationality, will have to quarantine for 14 days. This can be in a home anywhere in the country or in a government-run facility at the Pan American Games village in Lima.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 31 December 2020. The latest regulations are:
• A curfew in Tumbes, Piura, La Libertad and Santa province (Ancash) from 10 pm to 4 am
• Curfew in the rest of the country, including Lima and Callao, from 11pm to 4am
• Social and family gatherings and visits are prohibited
• a ban on the use of private transport on 31 December and 1 January 2021
• Closure of all beaches in Lima, Callao, Ica, Arequipa, Moquegua, Tacna, Tumbes, Piura, Lambayeque, La Libertad and Santa province (Ancash) A reduction in the capacity of shopping centres from 60% to 40% from 22 December to 4 January
• when outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance.
• it is recommended that people over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home
• everyone must wear face masks outside of homes
• in addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport.
Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the government.
If you are leaving Peru and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Public places and services: Public places and services are opening gradually following a relaxation of restrictions set out by the government.
Peru Latest News: Peru government suspends flights to, from Europe for two weeks because of new COVID-19 variant (Reuters, 21.12.2020). Government extends National Emergency until 31DEC20 (OSAC,30.11.2020). Peru will resume international flights to 24 destinations in 10 countries (United States, Mexico, Cuba, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Colombia Brazil and Argentina) in the Americas (Tico Times, 22.10.2020)
Interntional Restrictions:
Commercial international travel started on 5 October within the Latin American region. Passengers need to wear a face mask and a face shield/visor and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours before the commercial flight. From 1-3 January, those arriving from countries where the new variant of COVID-19 has been identified will also be asked to undertake an antigen test. From 4 January, anyone arriving in Peru will need to quarantine for 14 days.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 31 December 2020. The latest regulations are:
• A curfew in Tumbes, Piura, La Libertad and Santa province (Ancash) from 10 pm to 4 am
• Curfew in the rest of the country, including Lima and Callao, from 11pm to 4am
• Social and family gatherings and visits are prohibited
• a ban on the use of private transport on 31 December and 1 January 2021
• Closure of all beaches in Lima, Callao, Ica, Arequipa, Moquegua, Tacna, Tumbes, Piura, Lambayeque, La Libertad and Santa province (Ancash) A reduction in the capacity of shopping centres from 60% to 40% from 22 December to 4 January
• when outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance.
• it is recommended that people over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home
• everyone must wear face masks outside of homes
• in addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport.
Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the government.
If you are leaving Peru and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Public places and services: Public places and services are opening gradually following a relaxation of restrictions set out by the government.
Peru Latest News: Peru government suspends flights to, from Europe for two weeks because of new COVID-19 variant (Reuters, 21.12.2020). Government extends National Emergency until 31DEC20 (OSAC,30.11.2020). Peru will resume international flights to 24 destinations in 10 countries (United States, Mexico, Cuba, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Colombia Brazil and Argentina) in the Americas (Tico Times, 22.10.2020)
Interntional Restrictions:
Passengers at the airport will need to follow strict regulations, including the mandatory use of masks and facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) and social distancing. At present, commercial airlines are operating to and from Peru and the wider Americas (up to 10 hours journey time). KLM and Air France have been operating weekly humanitarian repatriation flights to their European hubs (Amsterdam and Paris respectively). The Peruvian government has announced that commercial flights to Amsterdam, Paris, Madrid, Barcelona and London will be permitted from 15 December. Potential travellers should check with commercial airlines regarding availability
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until at least 31 December 2020. The latest regulations are:
• A curfew in Tumbes, Piura, La Libertad and Santa province (Ancash) from 10 pm to 4 am
• Curfew in the rest of the country, including Lima and Callao, from 11pm to 4am
• Social and family gatherings and visits are prohibited
• a ban on the use of private transport on 24, 25 and 31 December and 1 January 2021
• Closure of all beaches across Peru from 22 December to 4 January
• A reduction in the capacity of shopping centres from 60% to 40% from 22 December to 4 January
• when outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance.
• it is recommended that people over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home
• everyone must wear face masks outside of homes
• in addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport.
Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the government.
If you are leaving Peru and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Public places and services: Public places and services are opening gradually following a relaxation of restrictions set out by the government.
Peru Latest News: Peru will resume commercial flights to European cities from 15 December (China.org, 04.12.2020). Government extends National Emergency until 31DEC20 (OSAC,30.11.2020). Peru will resume international flights to 24 destinations in 10 countries (United States, Mexico, Cuba, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Colombia Brazil and Argentina) in the Americas (Tico Times, 22.10.2020)
Interntional Restrictions:
Passengers at the airport will need to follow strict regulations, including the mandatory use of masks and facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) and social distancing. At present, commercial airlines are operating to and from Peru and the wider Americas (up to 10 hours journey time). KLM and Air France have been operating weekly humanitarian repatriation flights to their European hubs (Amsterdam and Paris respectively). The Peruvian government has announced that commercial flights to Amsterdam, Paris, Madrid, Barcelona and London will be permitted from 15 December. Potential travellers should check with commercial airlines regarding availability
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until 31 December 2020. The regulations are: • a nationwide curfew between the hours of midnight and 4am; • social and family gatherings and visits are prohibited; • special measures are in place for those under 12 and over 65, and people at risk; • when outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance. Children can go to parks but cannot visit commercial establishments; • it is recommended that people over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions must stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home; • everyone must wear face masks outside of homes; • in addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport; • there are several restrictions on the use of beaches around the country. In Lima and Callao people will be able to access beaches from Monday to Thursday, while respecting social distance and wearing masks. From Friday to Sunday, access will only be for non-contact aquatic sports, e.g. surfing, sailing. Food and beverages will not be allowed on beaches, only water. Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the government. If you are leaving Peru on a repatriation or commercial flight and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Relaxing of restrictions: The Peruvian government has approved a four-phase Economic Reactivation Plan, between May and August which involves relaxing some restrictions and reopening some industry sectors such as Industry and Mining, Construction, Trade and Tourism and Services. This planned relaxation of industry restrictions remains under review and continues to change.
*Accommodation: Accommodation in Peru is available. IPERU, the Peruvian Tourism Information Agency, is offering details of suitable accommodation if you need them.
*Public places and services: Public places and services have started to open gradually following the relaxation of restrictions set out by the government.
Peru Latest News: Peru will resume commercial flights to European cities from 15 December (China.org, 04.12.2020). Government extends National Emergency until 31DEC20 (OSAC,30.11.2020). Peru will resume international flights to 24 destinations in 10 countries (United States, Mexico, Cuba, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Colombia Brazil and Argentina) in the Americas (Tico Times, 22.10.2020)
Interntional Restrictions:
Commercial international travel started on 5 October within the Latin American region. Passengers need to wear a face mask and a face shield/visor and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours before the commercial flight. Passengers at the airport will need to follow strict regulations, including the mandatory use of masks and facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) and social distancing. KLM and Air France have requested permission for a weekly repatriation flight – every Thursday from Lima to Amsterdam and every Friday to Paris.
These flights are predominantly for citizens of EU Member States plus passport holders from the UK, Norway, Liechtenstein, Iceland and Switzerland. Citizens of these countries can enter the Netherlands and continue their journey by plane or over land (train, bus, car). Airlines from Spain have also requested permission for repatriation flights. It is essential to check the rules of every country you pass through on your journey home as rules may vary from country to country and change regularly. Please follow our social media pages and those for The Netherlands, Spain and France for the latest information.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until 31 December 2020. The regulations are: • a nationwide curfew between the hours of midnight and 4am; • social and family gatherings and visits are prohibited; • special measures are in place for those under 12 and over 65, and people at risk; • when outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance. Children can go to parks but cannot visit commercial establishments; • it is recommended that people over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions must stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home; • everyone must wear face masks outside of homes; • in addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport; • there are several restrictions on the use of beaches around the country. In Lima and Callao people will be able to access beaches from Monday to Thursday, while respecting social distance and wearing masks. From Friday to Sunday, access will only be for non-contact aquatic sports, e.g. surfing, sailing. Food and beverages will not be allowed on beaches, only water. Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the government. If you are leaving Peru on a repatriation or commercial flight and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Relaxing of restrictions: The Peruvian government has approved a four-phase Economic Reactivation Plan, between May and August which involves relaxing some restrictions and reopening some industry sectors such as Industry and Mining, Construction, Trade and Tourism and Services. This planned relaxation of industry restrictions remains under review and continues to change.
*Accommodation: Accommodation in Peru is available. IPERU, the Peruvian Tourism Information Agency, is offering details of suitable accommodation if you need them.
*Public places and services: Public places and services have started to open gradually following the relaxation of restrictions set out by the government.
Peru Latest News: Government extends National Emergency until 31DEC20 (OSAC,30.11.2020). Peru will resume international flights to 24 destinations in 10 countries (United States, Mexico, Cuba, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Colombia Brazil and Argentina) in the Americas (Tico Times, 22.10.2020)
Interntional Restrictions:
Commercial international travel started on 5 October within the Latin American region. Passengers need to wear a face mask and a face shield/visor and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours before the commercial flight. Passengers at the airport will need to follow strict regulations, including the mandatory use of masks and facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) and social distancing. KLM and Air France have requested permission for a weekly repatriation flight – every Thursday from Lima to Amsterdam and every Friday to Paris.
These flights are predominantly for citizens of EU Member States plus passport holders from the UK, Norway, Liechtenstein, Iceland and Switzerland. Citizens of these countries can enter the Netherlands and continue their journey by plane or over land (train, bus, car). Airlines from Spain have also requested permission for repatriation flights. It is essential to check the rules of every country you pass through on your journey home as rules may vary from country to country and change regularly. Please follow our social media pages and those for The Netherlands, Spain and France for the latest information.
Internal Restrictions:
On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until 31 December 2020. The regulations are: a nationwide curfew between the hours of midnight and 4am; social and family gatherings and visits are prohibited; special measures are in place for those under 12 and over 65, and people at risk; when outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance. Children can go to parks but cannot visit commercial establishments; it is recommended that people over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions must stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home; everyone must wear face masks outside of homes; in addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport; there are several restrictions on the use of beaches around the country. In Lima and Callao people will be able to access beaches from Monday to Thursday, while respecting social distance and wearing masks. From Friday to Sunday, access will only be for non-contact aquatic sports, e.g. surfing, sailing. Food and beverages will not be allowed on beaches, only water.
Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the government. If you are leaving Peru on a repatriation or commercial flight and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Relaxing of restrictions: The Peruvian government has approved a four-phase Economic Reactivation Plan, between May and August which involves relaxing some restrictions and reopening some industry sectors such as Industry and Mining, Construction, Trade and Tourism and Services.
This planned relaxation of industry restrictions remains under review and continues to change. Commercial international travel resumed on 5 October within the Latin American region. This will be extended to destinations up to 8 hours flight to/from Peru in November. Passengers need to wear a face mask, a face shield/visor and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours before any commercial flight. Repatriation flights to Europe are expected to continue. Please note that if passengers arrive in Peru with symptoms of COVID-19, they will be asked to self-isolate by the Peruvian authorities.
*Accommodation: Accommodation in Peru is available. IPERU, the Peruvian Tourism Information Agency, is offering details of suitable accommodation if you need them.
*Public places and services: Public places and services have started to open gradually following the relaxation of restrictions set out by the government.
Peru Latest News: Government extends National Emergency until 31DEC20 (OSAC,30.11.2020). Peru will resume international flights to 24 destinations in 10 countries (United States, Mexico, Cuba, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Colombia Brazil and Argentina) in the Americas (Tico Times, 22.10.2020)
Interntional Restrictions:
Commercial international travel started on 5 October within the Latin American region. Passengers need to wear a face mask and a face shield/visor and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours before the commercial flight. Passengers at the airport will need to follow strict regulations, including the mandatory use of masks and facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) and social distancing. KLM and Air France have requested permission for a weekly repatriation flight – every Thursday from Lima to Amsterdam and every Friday to Paris.
These flights are predominantly for citizens of EU Member States plus passport holders from the UK, Norway, Liechtenstein, Iceland and Switzerland. Citizens of these countries can enter the Netherlands and continue their journey by plane or over land (train, bus, car). Airlines from Spain have also requested permission for repatriation flights. It is essential to check the rules of every country you pass through on your journey home as rules may vary from country to country and change regularly. Please follow our social media pages and those for The Netherlands, Spain and France for the latest information.
Internal Restrictions:
The government of Peru has extended the current state of emergency through December 31, 2020. A national curfew is in effect from 12:00 a.m. (formerly 11:00 p.m.) to 4:00 a.m. daily. Social gatherings of any kind, including gatherings at home with family and friends, remain prohibited. Previously announced restrictions on the use of beaches, pools, and houses of worship remain in effect. Adults and children should follow the social distancing guidelines found in the decree, online here in Spanish.
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until 30 November 2020. The regulations are: A nationwide curfew between the hours of 11pm and 4am; social and family gatherings and visits are prohibited; special measures are in place for those under 12 and over 65, and people at risk; when outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance. Children can go to parks but cannot visit commercial establishments; it is recommended that people over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions must stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home; everyone must wear face masks outside of homes; in addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport; there are several restrictions on the use of beaches around the country. In Lima and Callao people will be able to access beaches from Monday to Thursday, while respecting social distance and wearing masks. From Friday to Sunday, access will only be for non-contact aquatic sports, e.g. surfing, sailing. Food and beverages will not be allowed on beaches, only water. Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the President. If you are leaving Peru on a repatriation or commercial flight and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Relaxing of restrictions: The Peruvian government has approved a four-phase Economic Reactivation Plan, between May and August which involves relaxing some restrictions and reopening some industry sectors such as Industry and Mining, Construction, Trade and Tourism and Services.
This planned relaxation of industry restrictions remains under review and continues to change. Commercial international travel resumed on 5 October within the Latin American region. This will be extended to destinations up to 8 hours flight to/from Peru in November. Passengers need to wear a face mask, a face shield/visor and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours before any commercial flight. Repatriation flights to Europe are expected to continue. Please note that if passengers arrive in Peru with symptoms of COVID-19, they will be asked to self-isolate by the Peruvian authorities.
*Accommodation: Accommodation in Peru is available. IPERU, the Peruvian Tourism Information Agency, is offering details of suitable accommodation if you need them.
*Public places and services: Public places and services have started to open gradually following the relaxation of restrictions set out by the government.
Peru Latest News: Peru will resume international flights to 24 destinations in 10 countries (United States, Mexico, Cuba, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Colombia Brazil and Argentina) in the Americas (Tico Times, 22.10.2020)
Interntional Restrictions:
Commercial international travel started on 5 October within the Latin American region. Passengers need to wear a face mask and a face shield/visor and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours before the commercial flight. Passengers at the airport will need to follow strict regulations, including the mandatory use of masks and facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) and social distancing. KLM and Air France have requested permission for a weekly repatriation flight – every Thursday from Lima to Amsterdam and every Friday to Paris.
These flights are predominantly for citizens of EU Member States plus passport holders from the UK, Norway, Liechtenstein, Iceland and Switzerland. Citizens of these countries can enter the Netherlands and continue their journey by plane or over land (train, bus, car). Airlines from Spain have also requested permission for repatriation flights. It is essential to check the rules of every country you pass through on your journey home as rules may vary from country to country and change regularly. Please follow our social media pages and those for The Netherlands, Spain and France for the latest information.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until 30 November 2020. The regulations are: A nationwide curfew between the hours of 11pm and 4am; social and family gatherings and visits are prohibited; special measures are in place for those under 12 and over 65, and people at risk; when outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance. Children can go to parks but cannot visit commercial establishments; it is recommended that people over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions must stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home; everyone must wear face masks outside of homes; in addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport; there are several restrictions on the use of beaches around the country. In Lima and Callao people will be able to access beaches from Monday to Thursday, while respecting social distance and wearing masks. From Friday to Sunday, access will only be for non-contact aquatic sports, e.g. surfing, sailing. Food and beverages will not be allowed on beaches, only water. Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the President. If you are leaving Peru on a repatriation or commercial flight and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Relaxing of restrictions: The Peruvian government has approved a four-phase Economic Reactivation Plan, between May and August which involves relaxing some restrictions and reopening some industry sectors such as Industry and Mining, Construction, Trade and Tourism and Services.
This planned relaxation of industry restrictions remains under review and continues to change. Commercial international travel resumed on 5 October within the Latin American region. This will be extended to destinations up to 8 hours flight to/from Peru in November. Passengers need to wear a face mask, a face shield/visor and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours before any commercial flight. Repatriation flights to Europe are expected to continue. Please note that if passengers arrive in Peru with symptoms of COVID-19, they will be asked to self-isolate by the Peruvian authorities.
*Accommodation: Accommodation in Peru is available. IPERU, the Peruvian Tourism Information Agency, is offering details of suitable accommodation if you need them.
*Public places and services: Public places and services have started to open gradually following the relaxation of restrictions set out by the government.
Peru Latest News: Peru will resume international flights to 24 destinations in 10 countries (United States, Mexico, Cuba, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Colombia Brazil and Argentina) in the Americas (Tico Times, 22.10.2020)
Interntional Restrictions:
Commercial international travel started on 5 October within the Latin American region. Passengers need to wear a face mask and a face shield/visor and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours before the commercial flight. Passengers at the airport will need to follow strict regulations, including the mandatory use of masks and facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) and social distancing. KLM and Air France have requested permission for a weekly repatriation flight – every Thursday from Lima to Amsterdam and every Friday to Paris.
These flights are predominantly for citizens of EU Member States plus passport holders from the UK, Norway, Liechtenstein, Iceland and Switzerland. Citizens of these countries can enter the Netherlands and continue their journey by plane or over land (train, bus, car). Airlines from Spain have also requested permission for repatriation flights. It is essential to check the rules of every country you pass through on your journey home as rules may vary from country to country and change regularly. Please follow our social media pages and those for The Netherlands, Spain and France for the latest information.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until 30 November 2020. The regulations are: • A nationwide curfew between the hours of 11pm and 4am; • social and family gatherings and visits are prohibited; • special measures are in place for those under 12 and over 65, and people at risk; • children under 12 must stay at home. Each day they are allowed to leave their house for 60 minutes but must remain within 500 meters of their house and avoid crowded places. When outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance; • It is recommended that people over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions must stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home; • everyone must wear face masks outside of homes; • in addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport; • there are several restrictions on the use of beaches. In Lima and Callao people will be able to access beaches from Monday to Thursday, while respecting social distance and wearing masks. From Friday to Sunday, access will only be for non-contact aquatic sports, e.g. surfing, sailing. Food and beverages will not be allowed on beaches, only water. Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the President. If you are leaving Peru on a repatriation or commercial flight and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Relaxing of restrictions: The Peruvian government has approved a four-phase Economic Reactivation Plan, between May and August which involves relaxing some restrictions and reopening some industry sectors such as Industry and Mining, Construction, Trade and Tourism and Services.
This planned relaxation of industry restrictions remains under review and continues to change. Commercial international travel resumed on 5 October within the Latin American region. This will be extended to destinations up to 8 hours flight to/from Peru in November. Passengers need to wear a face mask, a face shield/visor and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours before any commercial flight. Repatriation flights to Europe are expected to continue. Please note that if passengers arrive in Peru with symptoms of COVID-19, they will be asked to self-isolate by the Peruvian authorities.
*Accommodation: Accommodation in Peru is available. IPERU, the Peruvian Tourism Information Agency, is offering details of suitable accommodation if you need them.
*Public places and services: Public places and services have started to open gradually following the relaxation of restrictions set out by the government.
Peru Latest News: Peru will resume international flights to 24 destinations in 10 countries (United States, Mexico, Cuba, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Colombia Brazil and Argentina) in the Americas (Tico Times, 22.10.2020)
Interntional Restrictions:
Commercial international travel started on 5 October within the Latin American region. Passengers need to wear a face mask and a face shield/visor and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours before the commercial flight. Passengers at the airport will need to follow strict regulations, including the mandatory use of masks and facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) and social distancing. KLM and Air France have requested permission for a weekly repatriation flight – every Thursday from Lima to Amsterdam and every Friday to Paris.
These flights are predominantly for citizens of EU Member States plus passport holders from the UK, Norway, Liechtenstein, Iceland and Switzerland. Citizens of these countries can enter the Netherlands and continue their journey by plane or over land (train, bus, car). Airlines from Spain have also requested permission for repatriation flights. It is essential to check the rules of every country you pass through on your journey home as rules may vary from country to country and change regularly. Please follow our social media pages and those for The Netherlands, Spain and France for the latest information.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until 30 November 2020. The regulations are: • A nationwide curfew between the hours of 11pm and 4am; • A ban on the use of private cars on Sundays; • social and family gatherings and visits are prohibited; • special measures are in place for those under 12 and over 65, and people at risk; • children under 12 must stay at home. Each day they are allowed to leave their house for 60 minutes but must remain within 500 meters of their house and avoid crowded places. When outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance; • It is recommended that people over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions must stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home; • everyone must wear face masks outside of homes; • in addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport; • there are several restrictions on the use of beaches. In Lima and Callao people will be able to access beaches from Monday to Thursday, while respecting social distance and wearing masks. From Friday to Sunday, access will only be for non-contact aquatic sports, e.g. surfing, sailing. Food and beverages will not be allowed on beaches, only water. Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the President. If you are leaving Peru on a repatriation or commercial flight and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Relaxing of restrictions: The Peruvian government has approved a four-phase Economic Reactivation Plan, between May and August which involves relaxing some restrictions and reopening some industry sectors such as Industry and Mining, Construction, Trade and Tourism and Services.
This planned relaxation of industry restrictions remains under review and continues to change. Commercial international travel resumed on 5 October within the Latin American region. This will be extended to destinations up to 8 hours flight to/from Peru in November. Passengers need to wear a face mask, a face shield/visor and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours before any commercial flight. Repatriation flights to Europe are expected to continue. Please note that if passengers arrive in Peru with symptoms of COVID-19, they will be asked to self-isolate by the Peruvian authorities.
*Accommodation: Accommodation in Peru is available. IPERU, the Peruvian Tourism Information Agency, is offering details of suitable accommodation if you need them.
*Public places and services: Public places and services have started to open gradually following the relaxation of restrictions set out by the government.
Peru Latest News: Peru will resume international flights to 24 destinations in 10 countries (United States, Mexico, Cuba, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Colombia Brazil and Argentina) in the Americas (Tico Times, 22.10.2020)
Interntional Restrictions:
Commercial international travel started on 5 October within the Latin American region. Passengers need to wear a face mask and a face shield/visor and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours before the commercial flight.
KLM has requested permission for a weekly repatriation flight – every Thursday – from Lima to Amsterdam. Tickets will be made available on the KLM Peru and Air France Peru websites (both available in English).
These flights are predominantly for citizens of EU Member States plus passport holders from the UK, Norway, Liechtenstein, Iceland and Switzerland. Citizens of these countries can enter the Netherlands and continue their journey by plane or over land (train, bus, car).
Airlines from France, Spain and the United States have also requested permission for repatriation flights. It is essential to check the rules of every country you pass through on your journey home as rules may vary from country to country and change regularly.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until 31 October 2020. The regulations are:
• A nationwide curfew between the hours of 11pm and 4am
• A ban on the use of private cars on Sundays
• social and family gatherings and visits are prohibited
• special measures are in place for those under 12 and over 65, and people at risk.
• children under 12 must stay at home. Each day they are allowed to leave their house for 60 minutes but must remain within 500 meters of their house and avoid crowded places. When outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance
• It is recommended that people over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions must stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home
• everyone must wear face masks outside of homes
• in addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport.
Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the President.
If you are leaving Peru on a repatriation or commercial flight and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Relaxing of restrictions: The Peruvian government has approved a four-phase Economic Reactivation Plan, between May and August which involves relaxing some restrictions and reopening some industry sectors such as Industry and Mining, Construction, Trade and Tourism and Services.
This planned relaxation of industry restrictions remains under review and continues to change.
Commercial international travel resumed on 5 October within the Latin American region. This will be extended to destinations up to 8 hours flight to/from Peru in November. Passengers need to wear a face mask, a face shield/visor and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours before any commercial flight. Repatriation flights to Europe are expected to continue. Please note that if passengers arrive in Peru with symptoms of COVID-19, they will be asked to self-isolate by the Peruvian authorities.
*Accommodation: Accommodation in Peru is available. IPERU, the Peruvian Tourism Information Agency, is offering details of suitable accommodation if you need them.
*Public places and services: Public places and services have started to open gradually following the relaxation of restrictions set out by the government.
Peru Latest News: Peru will begin Phase 4 of economic reactivation in October, including the resumption of a limited number of international flights (OSAC, 30.09.2020). Peru will resume flights to Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico and Sao Paulo (andina, 28.09.2020). Peru resumes air, rail, ferry transportation with neighboring countries from 5 October (Airline Geeks, 26.09.2020).
Interntional Restrictions:
Commercial international travel started on 5 October within the Latin American region. Passengers need to wear a face mask and a face shield/visor and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours before the commercial flight.
KLM has requested permission for a weekly repatriation flight – every Thursday – from Lima to Amsterdam. Tickets will be made available on the KLM Peru and Air France Peru websites (both available in English).
These flights are predominantly for citizens of EU Member States plus passport holders from the UK, Norway, Liechtenstein, Iceland and Switzerland. Citizens of these countries can enter the Netherlands and continue their journey by plane or over land (train, bus, car).
Airlines from France, Spain and the United States have also requested permission for repatriation flights. It is essential to check the rules of every country you pass through on your journey home as rules may vary from country to country and change regularly.
Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Peru: On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until 31 October 2020. The regulations are:
• A nationwide curfew between the hours of 11pm and 4am;
• A ban on the use of private cars on Sundays;
• An extended curfew all day on Sunday until 4 am on Monday in the regions of Cusco, Puno, Moquegua and Tacna, and within the Ayacucho region, Huamanga province only; within the Apurimac region, Abancay province only; and within the Huanuco region, Huanuco, province only;
• social and family gatherings and visits are prohibited;
• special measures are in place for those under 12 and over 65, and people at risk;
• children under 12 must stay at home. Each day they are allowed to leave their house for 60 minutes but must remain within 500 meters of their house and avoid crowded places. When outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance;
• people over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions must stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home;
• everyone must wear face masks outside of homes;
• in addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport;
Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the President.
These restrictions may not apply if you have an internal travel permit (salvo-conducto) from the Peruvian authorities. These are only issued to those who are travelling from or via regions still under lockdown and only for repatriation purposes (for those with confirmed bookings to leave Peru).
Depending on your destination region, you may have to spend some time (possibly two weeks) in quarantine immediately after arrival. The exact location of the quarantine will be decided by the regional government upon arrival.
You should note before being able to move from one region of Peru to another, the local government may first require you to submit a medical certificate, following a COVID-19 test, stating that you are free from infection.
If you are leaving Peru on a repatriation or commercial flight and your approved period of stay in Peru has expired during the state of emergency, your visa fine should be waived by the Immigration authorities.
*Relaxing of restrictions: The Peruvian government has approved a four-phase Economic Reactivation Plan, between May and August which involves relaxing some restrictions and reopening some industry sectors such as Industry and Mining, Construction, Trade and Tourism and Services.
This planned relaxation of industry restrictions remains under review and continues to change. Commercial international travel started on 5 October within the Latin American region. Passengers need to wear a face mask, a face shield/visor and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours before the commercial flight. Repatriation flights to Europe are expected to continue. Please note that if passengers arrive in Peru with symptoms of COVID-19, they will be asked to self-isolate by the Peruvian authorities.
Commercial internal travel (within Peru) is only permitted in regions and during dates and times that are not under lockdown.
Peru Latest News: Peru will begin Phase 4 of economic reactivation in October, including the resumption of a limited number of international flights (OSAC, 30.09.2020). Peru will resume flights to Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico and Sao Paulo (andina, 28.09.2020). Peru resumes air, rail, ferry transportation with neighboring countries from 5 October (Airline Geeks, 26.09.2020).
Interntional Restrictions:
Commercial international travel started on 5 October within the Latin American region. Passengers need to wear a face mask and a face shield/visor and need to have proof of a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR (molecular) test taken 72 hours before the commercial flight.
KLM has requested permission for a weekly repatriation flight – every Thursday – from Lima to Amsterdam. Tickets will be made available on the KLM Peru
and Air France Peru websites (both available in English).
These flights are predominantly for citizens of EU Member States plus passport holders from the UK, Norway, Liechtenstein, Iceland and Switzerland. Citizens of these countries can enter the Netherlands and continue their journey by plane or over land (train, bus, car).
Airlines from France, Spain and the United States have also requested permission for repatriation flights. It is essential to check the rules of every country you pass through on your journey home as rules may vary from country to country and change regularly.
Internal Restrictions:
On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until 31 October 2020. A nationwide curfew between the hours of 11pm and 4am. A ban on the use of private cars on Sundays. Lockdown and an extended curfew, between the hours of 8pm and 4am Monday to Saturday, and all day on Sunday until 4am on Monday, starting on 1 October within the Ayacucho region, Huamanga province only; within the Apurimac region, Abancay province only; within the Huanuco region, Huanuco, province only. An extended curfew all day on Sunday until 4 am on Monday in the regions of Cusco, Puno, Moquegua and Tacna. Social and family gatherings and visits are prohibited. Special measures are in place for those under 12 and over 65, and people at risk.
Children under 12 must stay at home. Each day they are allowed to leave their house for 60 minutes but must remain within 500 meters of their house, and avoid crowded places. When outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance.
People over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions must stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home. Everyone must wear face masks outside of homes.
In addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport.
Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the President. These restrictions may not apply if you have an internal travel permit (salvo-conducto) from the Peruvian authorities. These are only issued to those who are travelling from or via regions still under lockdown and only for repatriation purposes (for those with confirmed bookings to leave Peru). Depending on your destination region, you may have to spend some time (possibly two weeks) in quarantine immediately after arrival. The exact location of the quarantine will be decided by the regional government upon arrival. You should note before being able to move from one region of Peru to another, the local government may first require you to submit a medical certificate, following a COVID-19 test, stating that you are free from infection.
Accommodation in Peru is available. IPERU, the Peruvian Tourism Information Agency, is offering details of suitable accommodation if you need them.
Public places and services has started to open gradually following the relaxation of restrictions set out by the government.
Relaxing of restrictions:
The Peruvian government has approved a four-phase Economic Reactivation Plan, between May and August which involves relaxing some restrictions and reopening some industry sectors such as Industry and Mining, Construction, Trade and Tourism and Services.
This planned relaxation of industry restrictions remains under review and continues to change.
Commercial international travel started on 5 October within the Latin American region.
Peru Latest News: Peru will begin Phase 4 of economic reactivation in October, including the resumption of a limited number of international flights (OSAC, 30.09.2020). Peru will resume flights to Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico and Sao Paulo (andina, 28.09.2020). Peru resumes air, rail, ferry transportation with neighboring countries from 5 October (Airline Geeks, 26.09.2020).
Interntional Restrictions:
All borders are closed indefinitely. Media outlets report that international flights will resume on 5 October to and from Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico, and Sao Paulo, Brazil. All passengers will be required to take a COVID-19 test before boarding a flight as part of a slew of health protocols. Peru’s international borders remain closed and Lima’s international airport is currently only servicing domestic flights. The Peruvian government is currently reviewing arrangements for repatriation flights. In the meantime all international repatriation flights have been suspended for the first two weeks of August.
Internal Restrictions:
On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until 31 October 2020. A nationwide curfew between the hours of 11pm and 4am. A ban on the use of private cars on Sundays. Lockdown and an extended curfew, between the hours of 8pm and 4am Monday to Saturday, and all day on Sunday until 4am on Monday, starting on 1 October within the Ayacucho region, Huamanga province only; within the Apurimac region, Abancay province only; within the Huanuco region, Huanuco, province only. An extended curfew all day on Sunday until 4 am on Monday in the regions of Cusco, Puno, Moquegua and Tacna. Social and family gatherings and visits are prohibited. Special measures are in place for those under 12 and over 65, and people at risk.
Children under 12 must stay at home. Each day they are allowed to leave their house for 60 minutes but must remain within 500 meters of their house, and avoid crowded places. When outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance.
People over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions must stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home. Everyone must wear face masks outside of homes.
In addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport.
Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the President. These restrictions may not apply if you have an internal travel permit (salvo-conducto) from the Peruvian authorities. These are only issued to those who are travelling from or via regions still under lockdown and only for repatriation purposes (for those with confirmed bookings to leave Peru). If this applies to you, contact the British Embassy who will make a request to the Peruvian authorities. Depending on your destination region, you may have to spend some time (possibly two weeks) in quarantine immediately after arrival. The exact location of the quarantine will be decided by the regional government upon arrival. You should note before being able to move from one region of Peru to another, the local government may first require you to submit a medical certificate, following a COVID-19 test, stating that you are free from infection. Public places and services has started to open gradually following the relaxation of restrictions set out by the government. IPERU, the Peruvian Tourism Information Agency is offering details of suitable accommodation if you need to stay in Peru.
Relaxation of Restrictions::
The Peruvian government has approved a four-phase Economic Reactivation Plan, which involves relaxing some restrictions and reopening some industry sectors such as Industry and Mining, Construction, Trade and Tourism and Services.
Beginning October 1, stores will be able to operate at 60 percent capacity and restaurants at 50 Percent; travel agencies and tour operators may resume operations, while bars and cinemas will remain closed.
This planned relaxation of industry restrictions remains under review and continues to change. Commercial internal travel is only permitted in regions that are not under lockdown.
Peru Latest News: Peru will begin Phase 4 of economic reactivation in October, including the resumption of a limited number of international flights (OSAC, 30.09.2020). Peru will resume flights to Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico and Sao Paulo (andina, 28.09.2020). Peru resumes air, rail, ferry transportation with neighboring countries from 5 October (Airline Geeks, 26.09.2020).
Interntional Restrictions:
Peru announced Wednesday 3 September it will resume international flights and reopen its borders to a limited group of countries from 1 October. Media outlets report that international flights will resume on 5 October to and from Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico, and Sao Paulo, Brazil. All passengers will be required to take a COVID-19 test before boarding a flight as part of a slew of health protocols. Peru’s international borders remain closed and Lima’s international airport is currently only servicing domestic flights. The Peruvian government is currently reviewing arrangements for repatriation flights. In the meantime all international repatriation flights have been suspended for the first two weeks of August.
Internal Restrictions:
On 15 March 2020, Peru announced a national State of Emergency, which has now been extended until 31 October 2020. A nationwide curfew between the hours of 11pm and 4am. A ban on the use of private cars on Sundays. Lockdown and an extended curfew, between the hours of 8pm and 4am Monday to Saturday, and all day on Sunday until 4am on Monday, starting on 1 October within the Ayacucho region, Huamanga province only; within the Apurimac region, Abancay province only; within the Huanuco region, Huanuco, province only. An extended curfew all day on Sunday until 4 am on Monday in the regions of Cusco, Puno, Moquegua and Tacna. Social and family gatherings and visits are prohibited. Special measures are in place for those under 12 and over 65, and people at risk.
Children under 12 must stay at home. Each day they are allowed to leave their house for 60 minutes but must remain within 500 meters of their house, and avoid crowded places. When outside, children must be accompanied by an adult who lives with them and maintain a two-meter social distance.
People over 65 and those who have underlying health conditions must stay at home, with some exceptions; risk groups must not receive visits at home and must avoid the physical contact with people who leave their home. Everyone must wear face masks outside of homes.
In addition to wearing a face mask, everyone must wear facial protectors (usually a clear plastic full-face covering) when on public transport.
Future changes to curfew rules will be announced by the President. These restrictions may not apply if you have an internal travel permit (salvo-conducto) from the Peruvian authorities. These are only issued to those who are travelling from or via regions still under lockdown and only for repatriation purposes (for those with confirmed bookings to leave Peru). If this applies to you, contact the British Embassy who will make a request to the Peruvian authorities. Depending on your destination region, you may have to spend some time (possibly two weeks) in quarantine immediately after arrival. The exact location of the quarantine will be decided by the regional government upon arrival. You should note before being able to move from one region of Peru to another, the local government may first require you to submit a medical certificate, following a COVID-19 test, stating that you are free from infection. Public places and services has started to open gradually following the relaxation of restrictions set out by the government. IPERU, the Peruvian Tourism Information Agency is offering details of suitable accommodation if you need to stay in Peru.
Relaxation of Restrictions::
The Peruvian government has approved a four-phase Economic Reactivation Plan, which involves relaxing some restrictions and reopening some industry sectors such as Industry and Mining, Construction, Trade and Tourism and Services.
Beginning October 1, stores will be able to operate at 60 percent capacity and restaurants at 50 Percent; travel agencies and tour operators may resume operations, while bars and cinemas will remain closed.
This planned relaxation of industry restrictions remains under review and continues to change. Commercial internal travel is only permitted in regions that are not under lockdown.