COVID-19 Precautionary Measures in Peru (10 December Update)

Can a resident enter the country?

• Yes

• Citizens are allowed to enter Peru.

Can a foreigner enter the country?

• Yes

Is transit allowed through the country?

• Yes

• Passengers in transit do not require a negative test result nor the sworn statement.

Is a test required on arrival?

• Yes

• All passengers will be subject to security and health screenings.

Test certificate required?

• Yes

• Travellers must present a negative COVID-19 test result obtained within 72 hours before departure.

Is quarantine required on arrival?

• Yes

• All travellers will be required to quarantine for up to 14-days upon arrival.

Recommended Border App

• No

• The use of Protégete con Salud application is optional for self-assessment of COVID-19 signs/symptoms.

Entry form required?

• Yes

• 72 hours in advance of flights, all passengers arriving in Peru must sign a sworn statement that they will comply with the compulsory 14-day quarantine and attest that they are symptom-free of COVID-19 upon entry. Travellers can find the electronic sworn declaration here.

Airline restrictions

• Minimal

• International flights have resumed to some regional countries, including Colombia, Ecuador, Chile, Uruguay, Paraguay, Bolivia, and Panama.

• Passengers must wear face coverings/masks and a face shield while travelling and at all times in Jorge Chávez International Airport.

• More passenger flight operations restarted from Canada, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Jamaica, Mexico, and the United States (Atlanta, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, Orlando and New York).

• As of 15 December, flight operations will resume to Amsterdam (Netherlands), Madrid, Barcelona (both in Spain), ​​Paris (France), and London (United Kingdom).

Border restrictions

• Minimal

• Rail, river, and maritime transportation are allowed to operate within the Latin American region.

• Cruise ships are currently not permitted to dock in Peruvian ports.

• Authorities will gradually reopen land borders.

Curfew restrictions

• Significant

• Authorities extended the nationwide state of emergency until 31 December.

• A daily night curfew from 00:00 until 04:00 (local time) is in effect.

• Authorities extended a nationwide the state of health emergency from 7 December for 90 days.

Social distancing restrictions

• Significant

• Social gatherings and large gatherings remain prohibited.

• Maintenance of social distancing protocols is mandatory in all public places.

• Children are no longer restricted.

• Adults over 65-year old and high-risk individuals must remain in quarantine and cannot leave their residence with the exception of a medical emergency, going to the grocery store, bank or pharmacy.

Internal travel restrictions

• Moderate

• Inter-provincial transportation has resumed throughout Peru. However, commercial domestic travel is only permitted in regions during a date and time when there is no lockdown or curfew.

• Wearing a face mask and facial protectors is mandatory when travelling on public transport.

• Movement of private vehicles on Sundays is prohibited.

Non-essential shops open?

• Yes

• Shops are open with limited capacity. Travel agencies and tourist services are allowed to resume services.

• Markets, retail food outlets, supermarkets, and financial entities, including banks, are open with limited capacity.

Accommodations open?

• Yes

• Accommodations are open.

Restaurants open?

• Yes

• Restaurants are open with limited capacity.

Bars and cafes open?

• No

• Bars, casinos, clubs, and cinemas remain closed.

Beaches and tourism sites open?

• Yes

• Beaches are open from Monday through Thursday.

Places of worship open?

• Yes with exceptions

• Worship places can reopen with limited capacity for special ceremonies like weddings, funerals, baptisms, and communion.

Events allowed?

• No

• Civil events, parades, festivals, meetings, cultural, social, and political events remain prohibited.

Masks required in public?

• Yes

• Face masks and maintenance of social distancing protocols are mandatory in all public places.

Other Restrictions

• Peru is currently under phase 4 of reopening.

• Schools remain closed. However, in rural areas, where there is minimal means of communication, internet connection and places with zero COVID-19 cases, there are a small number of in-person classes held in primary and schools.

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The COVID-19 epidemic is changing constantly worldwide. This information is subject to change as the situation evolves. Travel and border restrictions may change with little or no notice. Some countries are beginning to remove some restrictions gradually. Check with your airline, booking agent, or country’s embassy for information on your specific travel plans.