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Peruvian entry requirements and travel restrictions in Covid times 2021

Covid entry requirements and regulations for Peru

Most important regulations for traveling to Peru and living and traveling in Peru

After over two years of strict Covid regulations to enter and move around Peru, finally at the beginning of October 2022 the Corona rules were significantly eased, making traveling to and in Peru not only simpler but also more relaxed again. And yesterday, October 26, 2022, we were all surprised to hear that finally the state of emergency is lifted.

Important Update October 27, 2022 - No more restrictions to travel to and in Peru

Today, October 27, 2022, it was made official with the publication of the Supreme Decree 130-2022-PCM in Peru's official gazette El Peruano that starting November 1, 2022, the State of Emergency in Peru is finally lifted and all (!!!) Covid entry requirements as well as all other regulations, and restrictions that were in place to avoid the spreading of Covid are repealed.

So, no more proof of a vaccination certificate or negative PCR test (even though the public is encouraged to get vaccinated), no more masks anywhere (even though the public is encouraged to wear one) and no more national provisions of any kind.

However, on ministerial level prevention and control measures to stop the spread of Covid remain in place and, if and where necessary, the Peruvian Ministry of Health will publish Ministerial Resolutions stipulating necessary measures.

So, finally, after well over two years, traveling to and in Peru is back to "normal" again.

The Covid situation in Peru until October 31, 2022

When the first Covid cases were confirmed in Peru in mid-March 2020, the government reacted with extreme measures closing all borders within a couple of days, suspending all international and national travel by air, land, sea and river, shutting down the country completely and sending everyone into lockdown, and this for months. In October 2020, these extremely extreme measures were (partly) lifted and traveling to Peru by air and in Peru by air and land was possible again. However, the Peruvian government put one of the strictest Covid regimes in Latin America in place and entering and traveling in Peru was only possible under strict and constantly changing rules which included next to many others, for example, compulsory vaccinations, mandatory masks everywhere and anytime, outlawing unvaccinated Peruvians, residents and foreigners. Only in February 2022, land borders were opened again.

While since mid-2022 the Covid regulations were increasingly handled more relaxed and most businesses didn’t strictly enforce the rules anymore, with an announcement from the Peruvian Minister of Health in September 2022 and an update of the Covid regulations some of the unpleasant and outdated Covid rules (for example, mandatory health declaration to enter Peru, mask mandates, checking of vaccine certificates to enter indoor spaces) were officially eliminated or at least eased.

However, be aware that Peru is still in a state of emergency (for now, at least until the end of October 2022) and the national health emergency was already extended until the end of November 2022. Additionally, it was announced that prevention and control measures to stop the spread of Covid remain in place until February 24, 2023. And usually every four to eight weeks, the Peruvian government updates the Covid regulations either only extending the state of emergency and the national health emergency for another month or changing entry requirements and rules for getting around the country.

Furthermore, depending on case numbers and hospital utilization, different alert levels - ranging from moderate to high to very high and extreme - with corresponding public health measures and movement restrictions - are still in place on the regional level and are re-evaluated every few weeks.

And Peru still requires that foreign visitors present a physical or digital vaccination certificate (depending on the regulations in your home country proving two or three shots against Covid) or present a negative PCR test result to enter Peru.

But be aware that regardless of the official Peruvian requirements to enter the country, to travel in Peru and to use services in Peru, the one or other airline flying you into Peru, some national airlines, a few long-distance bus companies, the one or other tour operator, ...  might still ask to see proof of three doses of a vaccine against Covid to let you use their services. If you are only vaccinated twice, a negative PCR test may be required.

So, to enjoy your stay in Peru and avoid any problems, especially with airlines flying you into Peru, with entering the country and traveling, it is recommended to be vaccinated with three doses. If you are only vaccinated twice and this is ok in your home country, we recommend getting in contact with the service providers you are planning to use (especially international and national airlines or national bus companies) to check if they are fine with your vaccination status, require a third dose or a negative PCR test.

 

Covid entry requirements for Peru until October 31, 2022

For international passengers on commercial flights and travelers crossing into Peru at a land border, Peru requires the following (October 12, 2022):

  • Peruvians and foreign residents 12 years and older must present a vaccination certificate proving they had 3 doses of a vaccine against Covid (see Supreme Decree 118-2022-PCM, article 4.3).
  • Non-resident foreigners (visitors) must present proof of being vaccinated according to the “vaccination scheme” of their home country (see Supreme Decree 118-2022-PCM, article 4.3). 
  • Those not vaccinated according to the above rules can present a negative real-time COVID-19 molecular (RT-PCR) test result that is not older than 48 hours after being issued and before boarding the plane (see Supreme Decree 118-2022-PCM, article 4.3). 
  • Children under the age of 12 years just have to be healthy (asymptomatic) - we highly recommend checking if the airline requests any document / test result to prove that the child is healthy (see Supreme Decree 118-2022-PCM, article 4.3). 
  • If you show Covid symptoms upon arrival, you can be forced to take a Covid test and will be put into quarantine, no matter your vaccination status.
  • Pre-registration on the immigration app prior to arrival (optional (!!!) and only for travelers flying into Peru)
  • Since October 12, 2022 travelers do not need to fill in the Affidavit of health anymore (Ministerial Resolution 811-2022-MINSA)
  • Even though not specifically mentioned in the current Covid regulations (Supreme Decree 118-2022-PCM) from September 30, 2022, but announced by the Peruvian Minister of Health on September 22, 2022, the mask mandate on domestic and international flights and indoor spaces with ventilation (which the airport should be) finally is history.

Above requirements may change at any time, so we highly recommend contacting your airline a few days before your flight to Peru.

 

Covid regulations when traveling in Peru until October 31, 2022

Peru surely is one of the most amazing countries to visit: breathtaking landscapes, diverse and partly untouched nature, ancient cultures with all the impressive monuments they left us, lovely and inviting people and an incomparable gastronomy.

However, Covid hit Peru hard and despite partly extreme strict measures to get the pandemic under control, many people got infected and lots died over the past two and a half years. And despite high vaccination rates, the Peruvian government stuck way too long to certain restrictions and regulations which finally were eased a bit at the beginning of October 2022.

While mostly vaccination certificates aren't checked anymore (not in supermarkets, malls, restaurants, hotels, etc.) making it possible again and enjoyable to travel to Peru even if you are unvaccinated, if you don't want to make a PCR test to enter Peru, to fly domestically and to travel completely unhindered best have at least your first and second dose of a Covid vaccine. And, even though not legally required for tourists just for Peruvian residents and even though the situation relaxed quite a bit over the past months, if you are older than 12 years, the one or other airline, restaurant, tour operator, mall, other private company, etc. might still want to see proof of three shots. 

So, if you are planning to visit Peru, here some general information about the most important regulations and some recommendations:

  • It's obligatory to wear a single KN95 / FFP2 mask or double masks (a community mask (cloth) above a three-layer surgical mask) in indoor spaces without ventilation, in hospitals and health centers, and on busses (Supreme Decree 118-2022-PCM, article 4.1). 
  • Wearing a mask outdoors and in indoor spaces with ventilation is optional (Supreme Decree 118-2022-PCM, article 4.1).
  • In case you suffer from any respiratory symptoms, wearing a single KN95 / FFP2 mask or double masks (a community mask (cloth) above a three-layer surgical mask) is obligatory (Supreme Decree 108-2022-PCM, article 4.1).
  • According to the official regulations, face shields aren't obligatory anymore.
  • On national flights, resident passengers over the age of 12 years must have received 3 shots of a vaccine against Covid (foreigners just visiting aren't mentioned, but some national airlines apply the 3 shot rule to them as well). If you haven't received the 3 doses, a negative real-time COVID-19 molecular (RT-PCR) test result that is not older than 48 hours after being issued and before boarding the plane has to be presented (see Supreme Decree 108-2022-PCM, article 4.4). Children under the age of 12 years just have to be healthy (asymptomatic). Masks are obligatory.
  • On intercity / interprovincial busses, resident passengers over the age of 12 years must have received 3 shots of a vaccine against Covid (foreigners just visiting aren't mentioned, but some national bus companies apply the 3 shot rule to them as well). If you haven't received the 3 doses, a negative real-time COVID-19 molecular (RT-PCR) test result that is not older than 48 hours after being issued and before boarding the bus has to be presented (see Supreme Decree 108-2022-PCM, article 4.5). Children under the age of 12 years just have to be healthy (asymptomatic). Masks are obligatory.
  • Residents of Peru over the age of 18 years wanting to enter indoor spaces must permanently wear a mask and must prove that they had their first, second and third shot. (see Supreme Decree 108-2022-PCM, article 4.6) Please note: Even though not specifically mentioned in the current regulations (Supreme Decree 118-2022-IN) if the indoor space is ventilated no masks are required anymore and most of these indoor spaces do not check the vaccination certificate anymore.
  • In most other places, including, for example, archaeological sites, parks, beaches, rivers, lagoons, swimming pools, sport stadiums, etc. everyone over 5 years must present their vaccination certificate proving 2 shots, everyone older than 18 years 3 shots (see Supreme Decree 108-2022-PCM, article 5). Please note: Even though not specifically mentioned in the current regulations (Supreme Decree 118-2022-IN)  most of these places do not check the vaccination certificate anymore.
  • In October 2020, immigration officers at the airport stopped the stamping of passports upon arrival and departure to minimize the risk of spreading Covid-19. While travelers didn't have a physical stamp in their passport, their arrival and departure was and still is digitally recorded (see our glossary under TAM and our article "How many days did I get"). In May 2022, the stamping of passports was resumed and you get a passport stamp again.
  • Follow official regulations and respect restrictions. Fines are costly.
  • Respect safety and security protocols and hygiene measures in places you visit and follow the instructions of tourism professionals, guides, drivers, hotel staff, etc.
  • If you need a PCR or antigen test, many hotels and other accommodation providers in Peru either offer this service at their own implemented facilities or can advise and / or coordinate an appointment with a laboratory or clinic nearby. You can as well make the test at the Jorge Chavez International Airport (be aware that PCR test results usually take between 6 and 12 hours).
  • Make sure you have a good travel insurance that provides medical coverage not only for injury and illness during your travel in Peru but also for the treatment of Covid and a possible repatriation.

Stay safe and healthy!

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    Shell · 03/09/2022
    If unvaccinated, does the Lima airport require a Covid test or vaccine card to enter?
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      Sunflower
      • LimaEasy
      · 03/09/2022
      @Shell Hello Shell,

      This question came up quite often over the past months, so each time I searched for some official announcement, in vain.

      The last thing I heard from travelers leaving from Jorge Chavez International Airport is that only the passport and flight ticket are checked at the entrance, not the vaccine certificate or a test result anymore.

      Greetings
      Eva
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    Maria · 28/08/2022
    Hi there! I’m travelling from Toronto, Canada to Lima, Peru in October 2022. Fully vaccinated for me as a resident of Canada / Canadian Citizen is two vaccines. I have two doses of the Pfizer vaccine. Boosters are available in Canada, but not a requirement to date. I was surprised to see Peru’s definition of fully vaccinated include three doses given fully vaccinated by WHO , CDC et al is defined as two doses of a recognized and approved vaccine. To that end, what are my entry requirements for Peru as a Canadian tourist visiting Peru entering from Ecuador? Can I travel / enter into Peru solely with my vaccine certificate that acknowledges I have been fully vaccinated with two doses of Pfizer? Do I have to take a PCR test? Can I do a rapid antigen test on site? Thanks for your time! Appreciate your support.
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      Sunflower
      • LimaEasy
      · 28/08/2022
      @Maria Hello Maria,

      Yes, in Peru 3 doses of a vaccine against Covid are obligatory for all Peruvians and foreign residents. However, according to the current Covid regulations, non-resident foreigners (visitors) 18 years and older must present proof of being vaccinated according to the “vaccination scheme” of their home country for entering Peru. So, if you are considered “fully vaccinated” (a phrase which isn’t used in Peru and by the way the WHO, CDC, etc. might state that you are fully vaccinated with two doses but for months now say as well “Everyone ages 5 years and older should get 1 booster after completing their COVID-19 vaccine primary series") with two doses in Canada you should be able to enter (!) Peru with no problems. You just have to present your vaccination certificate either in paper form or digitally.

      But be aware that some airlines flying you into Peru might have stricter requirements in place and might ask for 2 doses and a booster or a negative PCR test to let you check in for your flight to Peru. So, best check with the airline.

      Additionally, even though enforcing the rules is increasingly handled more relaxed and often the vaccination status isn't even checked anymore when traveling in Peru, there are still a few businesses (tour operators, restaurants, museums, etc.) that request 3 doses of a vaccine against Covid to let you enter.

      If you are flying into Peru from Ecuador next to your passport with at least 2 free pages in the visa section that is valid for at least another 6 months upon arrival and your vaccination certificate / negative PCR test result you have to fill in the Health Declaration and have to have proof of return or onward travel. If you are crossing a land border passport and vaccination certificate / negative PCR test result is fine. Antigen tests are not accepted.

      Last but not least, all the above is based on the current (!) Covid regulations. These might (or not) change until you travel in October. So, best check for updates before you are heading to Peru.

      Greetings
      Eva

      P.S. I deleted your other two similar comments.
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      Maria · 28/08/2022
      @Sunflower Ciao. Thanks for your prompt reply Eva! Appreciate it. Can you clarify - would I still need to provide a negative PCR test to enter the country if I am considered fully vaccinated according to “the vaccination scheme of my country” And if so, do you have a sense of how much a PCR test would cost? And are they readily available?


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      Sunflower
      • LimaEasy
      · 28/08/2022
      @Maria Hello Maria,

      As already said above, yes, if 2 shots are enough in Canada, which I don’t know, you can enter Peru with proof of having 2 shots as you are vaccinated according to the vaccination scheme of your home country.

      But if you fly into Peru, the airline might ask for 2 doses and a booster or, if you don't have 3 shots, a negative real-time COVID-19 molecular (RT-PCR) test result that is not older than 48 hours after being issued and before boarding the plane; so, best check with your airline.

      Or if you cross a land border and use a bus for getting from Ecuador to Peru, the bus company might ask for 2 doses and a booster or, if you don't have 3 shots, a negative real-time COVID-19 molecular (RT-PCR) test result that is not older than 48 hours after being issued and before boarding the bus; so, best ask the bus company you will use about their policies.

      As you might probably need a PCR test to board the plane or the bus and getting the result usually takes anything between 6 to 12 hours, you must do it in the country of your origin. Not sure how much they are in Ecuador; according to the website of the Ecuadorian Ministry of Health, the maximum laboratories are allowed to charge is US$ 45, other sources say the costs are around US$ 30 - US$ 35. In Peru, you are usually charged between S/ 170 and S/ 200 (around US$43-51).

      Greetings
      Eva
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    Skyler · 23/08/2022
    Hi there, I’m flying with American Airlines into Peru and it’s encouraging me to register my vaccines with the app AmeriFly. It costs $15 for me and my partner to do this though. I did the mandatory entry form already, will we be okay with just bringing our paper vaccine cards along with a screenshot of proof from the cdc website? Thanks! 
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      Sunflower
      • LimaEasy
      · 23/08/2022
      @Skyler Hello Skyler,

      Uploading your vaccination certificate on the VeriFly App from American Airlines doesn’t have any benefits when entering Peru.

      Upon arrival at the airport just before immigration control, staff from the Peruvian Ministry of Health will check your Health Declaration form (best have it printed, but the downloaded version on your phone is accepted as well) and your vaccine certificate. Accepted are both paper vaccine cards or digital vaccine certificates.

      Greetings
      Eva
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    Stef · 15/08/2022
    Hi, I am hoping to come to come to Peru from UK. Is 2 shots of Pfizer shot accepted? Or, is the booster needed as well? If I dont have the booster, is the 1st, 2nd and negative PCR enough to enter the country?
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      Sunflower
      • LimaEasy
      · 15/08/2022
      @Stef Hello Stef,

      According to the current Peruvian Covid regulations non-resident foreigners (visitors) 18 years and older must present proof of being vaccinated according to the “vaccination scheme” of their home country to enter Peru. When I remember correctly, the UK doesn’t require a booster shot, so you should be fine.

      However, as Peruvians and foreign residents are required to have three shots, I highly recommend checking with the airline flying you into Peru. Despite the regulations for non-resident foreigners many airlines still want to see proof of the booster.

      And yes, if you are unvaccinated or just have one or two shots, you can provide a negative PCR test that is not older than 48 hours after being issued and before boarding the plane.    

      Greetings
      Eva
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    sera · 08/08/2022
    Hi there, 

    As it states that  non residents travelling to Peru can enter according to the vaccination scheme of there country, I have the Johnson and Johnson vaccine I got it in Canada about 3 weeks ago and was issued a vaccination certificate with a QR code and after 14 days of that I have been considered fully vaccinated  in Canada and America however my certification obviously says 1 dose does this mean I won’t be able to travel to Peru without a PCR test because of the at least 2 dose rule. Is J&J vax even recognized in Peru?  and if not does this mean I must pay for a PCR test 48 hours before every bus, tour,and fight? How much do PCR test go for in Peru? Thank you :)

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      Sunflower
      • LimaEasy
      · 08/08/2022
      @sera Hello Sera,

      Yes, the J&J vaccine is recognized in Peru. However, especially at the beginning of obligatory vaccines in Peru the acceptance wasn't very high.

      Giving you 100% accurate answers is difficult as the special status of J&J vaccine isn’t mentioned in the Peruvian Covid regulations and for quite a few months the rules only mention a first, second and third shot.

      Anyway, even though you could argue that the one shot J&J should be considered two shots and that meets the requirement of “being vaccinated according to the “vaccination scheme” of your home country”, I fear that already the airline flying you to Peru won’t accept it and might ask for a negative PCR test result to even let you check-in. Probably best check with them what they have to say about this situation.

      The same applies to enter Peru, flying nationally, or taking an intercity / interprovincial bus; you most probably have to present a negative PCR test result. You as well might have problems entering public buildings. At the airport in Lima a PCR test is S/ 185.

      Otherwise, I think at the moment you mostly won’t have problems as checks for vaccination status in Peru have relaxed significantly. According to reports from other travelers, most hotels, restaurants, tour operators and sights either won’t check the vaccination status anymore or accept one J&J shot, but mostly only with a booster.

      So, all in all to really enjoy your trip to Peru, not having to argue everywhere and / or being rejected having at least a booster after being vaccinated with one shot J&J vaccine surely is more than helpful.

      Greetings
      Eva
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    JOSEPH OKOYE · 08/08/2022
    AM HAVING PROBLEMS FILLING IN THE CONTACT CELL NUMBER
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      Sunflower
      • LimaEasy
      · 08/08/2022
      @JOSEPH OKOYE Hello Joseph,

      What kind of problems do you have with entering your cell phone number?

      Our article “Health Declaration for entering Peru” explains in detail how to fill in the form. There you as well find tips when you have problems with entering the phone number.

      Here the corresponding paragraph from above-mentioned article:

      “Now add a contact phone number and a cell phone number. Be aware that fields for the (cell) phone number are Peruvian-style, so, if necessary, you might have to "adjust" your phone number to the Peruvian structure.

      - the country code must have 2 or 3 digits
      - the city / area code must have 2 or 3 digits
      - the phone number must have at least 6 digits, the cell phone number at least 8 digits

      Example: let’s assume you have a US cell phone number which usually is structured as follows: +1 (country code) 123 (area code) 1234567 (number). This cell phone number won't be accepted as there are two problems with it: the system doesn’t allow the “+” and the number only has 7 digits. So, just enter in the country code field 01, in the city code field 12 (the first two digits of your area code) and in the number field 31234567 (last digit of your area code and then the 7 digits of your number). Problem solved."

      Greetings
      Eva
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    Ron · 08/08/2022
    Hi,
    I've a question about current covid regulation for tourists. I cannot find out if vaccination with novavax (recovered from covid + 1 dose novavax is considered as fully vaccinated in my home country), is also considered as fully vaccinated in Peru?
    Thanks!
    Regards, Ron
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      Sunflower
      • LimaEasy
      · 08/08/2022
      @Ron Hello Ron,

      In Peru there is no recovery status and having recovered from Covid doesn’t matter. Additionally, there is no “fully vaccinated” anymore. In the Peruvian Covid regulations, you only find 1, 2 or 3 shots with 3 shots being obligatory for all Peruvians and foreign residents.

      With this being said, from the Peruvian standpoint you are only vaccinated once (and when remember correctly, Novavax is a 2-shot vaccination as well), will need a negative PCR test for entering Peru, flying nationally or taking a bus. And even though lots of other businesses do not or very laxly check the vaccination status, you might have problems doing stuff in Peru.

      Greetings
      Eva
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      Ron · 09/08/2022
      @Sunflower Thanks Eva for your comment!
      But is novavax in Peru seen as a valid vaccine? I cannot get any clarification on this.
      Thanks!
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      Sunflower
      • LimaEasy
      · 09/08/2022
      @Sunflower Hello Ron,

      Even though, as far as I know, not yet officially approved for the use and not yet available in Peru, the Peruvian government already signed an agreement with Novavax last year to facilitate purchasing and distributing the “vaccine”.

      And as literally every single “vaccine” against Covid out there from Biontech, AstraZeneca and Moderna to J&J, Sputnik and Sinopharm to Sinovax, Covaxin and Covovax is accepted and seen as a valid “vaccine” I assume the same applies to Novavax.

      Greetings
      Eva
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    Karen · 06/08/2022
    I am not sure how to fill out this declaration that needs to be done prior to boarding plane. I do not know what the short forms mean and what documentation is required 
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      Sunflower
      • LimaEasy
      · 06/08/2022
      @Karen Hello Karen,

      you find all the info you need about the Corona health declaration and a step-by-step guide on how to fill in the online form in our article "Health Declaration for entering Peru"; https://www.limaeasy.com/peru-guide/legal-stuff/health-declaration-for-entering-peru.

      At least at the moment, no documents for monkey pox are needed. After arriving at the airport in Peru, you hand in the health declaration and the staff of the Peruvian Ministry of Health just checks for obvious monkey pox signs. That's it. Then you proceed to the immigration counters.

      Greetings
      Eva
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    Lydia · 02/08/2022
    Hi! Do you know when they check for your negative test at the airport? Does it have to be 48hrs before boarding or at security? I’m also struggling to figure out if they base the 48hrs off of the time your test sample was collected or the time of when your results were returned to you. Thanks for your help! 
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      Sunflower
      • LimaEasy
      · 02/08/2022
      @Lydia Hello Lydia,

      The vaccination certificate or negative PCR test result is checked twice. One time when you check in to your flight into Peru. And a second time at the Peruvian airport or border.

      If you arrive at Jorge Chavez International Airport the control point of the Peruvian Ministry of Health where your vaccination certificate / negative PCR test result and your Health Declaration form are checked is just after leaving the plane and before immigrations.

      As already stated above, according to Supreme Decree 069-2022-PCM if you aren’t vaccinated or not vaccinated according to the vaccination scheme of your home country, you must present a negative PCR test result that is not older than 48 hours after being issued and before boarding the plane at your point of origin.

      According to above mentioned Supreme Decree, the 48h are based on the time the test result was issued. Usually somewhere on the test result, you find the exact time when the result came in and the result was "printed". That’s when the 48h start. However, not knowing how the airline staff interprets the regulation, I personally wouldn't push the envelope until the last minute.

      Greetings
      Eva
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    Sam · 01/08/2022
    Can i enter with a with a doctor’s letter that i’m exempted from the vaccine? Will it be accepted?
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      Sunflower
      • LimaEasy
      · 01/08/2022
      @Sam Hello Sam,

      No, sorry, vaccine exemptions aren’t accepted in Peru.

      If you aren’t vaccinated, you can, however, enter the country with a negative PCR test. While you as well can travel nationally by plane and bus with a negative PCR test, you should be aware that officially for everything else (hotels, restaurants, shopping, visiting sites, etc.) proof of being vaccinated is still required though often not checked anymore.

      All in all, unfortunately, Peru isn’t the right place to visit if you aren’t vaccinated.

      Greetings
      Eva
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    Jaya · 29/07/2022
    Thank you so much for all of your very helpful information! Can you please answer these other questions for me.
    1. If someone does not have the vaccine, I understand they need to get a PCR test internationally 48 hours prior. But for domestic flights is it 24 or 48 hours?
    2. Where in the Lima airport is this available, and how long does it take to get the results? How much time prior to check in should they be there?
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      Sunflower
      • LimaEasy
      · 29/07/2022
      @Jaya Hello Jaya,

      Answer to your first question:

      If you are not vaccinated - be aware that you will have a hard time in Peru getting around and getting anything done - for entering the country (see Supreme Decree 069-2022-PCM, article 4.4) and for flying nationally (see Supreme Decree 063-2022-PCM, article 4.5) you need a negative real-time COVID-19 molecular (RT-PCR) test result that is not older than 48 hours after being issued and before boarding the plane.

      Answer to your second question:

      At the airport in Lima Unilabs offers antigen tests and PCR tests for passengers 24/7. You find them in the parking lot. The PCR test is S/ 185; results are ready in 12 hours. The lab asks to please make an appointment here and be there 15 minutes early.

      Greetings
      Eva
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    George · 26/07/2022
    Hello..!!! Thank you very much for the info.. Great job.!!! I have a question to ask we are traveling from Greece in August with my girlfriend and we have two doses. According to the last Supreme Decree 069-2022-PCM that says that non-resident foreigners must be vaccinated according to the "vaccination scheme" of their home country I'm considered fully vaccinated because in Greece 2 doses is considered fully vaccinated. Did i get that right?? Doing a third dose is not an option because we got sick 2 months ago and in our country 6 months need to pass to be eligible for another shot. Also we have a lot of domestic flights in Peru with tight schedule and its practically impossible to make a PCR test in most of the cases.
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      Sunflower
      • LimaEasy
      · 26/07/2022
      @George Hello George,

      Thank you so much for your nice words.

      Despite that there is no “fully vaccinated” in Peru anymore, just 1, 2 or 3 doses, yes you got it right. So, at least if the Covid regulations don’t change until you arrive in Peru (we are waiting for an update right now), you won’t have a problem entering (!) Peru with proof of two shots. However, you should check with the airline flying you into Peru, as they might have other policies in place.

      You most probably as well won’t have a problem at most other places with just being vaccinated twice as lots of them don’t check the vaccination status anymore or know the regulations in detail. But still some national airlines request 3 shots to let you board the plane. So, if you hadn’t had your booster, you have no other option than to present a negative PCR test when you want to fly with them. Best check with the airline you want to use.

      And Peru doesn’t have a recovery status, doesn’t accept recovery certificates and doesn’t have rules that you can’t be vaccinated after you got sick. Sorry.

      Greetings
      Eva
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    Pamela · 26/07/2022
    Is a QR code necessary on the vaccination record for entrance to Peru?
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      Sunflower
      • LimaEasy
      · 26/07/2022
      @Pamela Hello Pamela,

      no the vaccination certificate doesn't need a QR code.

      Greetings
      Eva
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    Shaun · 26/07/2022
    Hi, i am from Europe and begin October i will be permanently leaving my country to live and make business in Peru, (I have a peruvian girlfriend). She has a business where i will work in the beginning, will immigration on the airport make a problem that i do not have a return flight ticket? I am kind off worried about it.
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      Sunflower
      • LimaEasy
      · 26/07/2022
      @Shaun Hello Shaun,

      Peruvian law requires that foreign visitors need a return or onward passage out of the country if they aren't residents, proving that they leave the country when the visa or temporary authorization to enter expires. But the law doesn't state that this return or onward passage must be an airline ticket; it could be anything proving that you leave Peru when the time comes.

      When entering the country, Peruvian immigration officials hardly ever ask to see this proof. The ones executing above regulations are usually the airlines. As they could be held responsible and have to fly you back, if denied entry, most airlines require a return or onward flight ticket to even let you check in to your flight to Peru.

      So, if you plan to come to Peru on a one-way ticket, it’s best to check the requirements of your carrier. Some insist on a flight ticket showing that you leave the country, others accept a reservation for a return or onward flight, a few are happy with a bus ticket and there are as well airlines that let you fly with just a one-way ticket.

      If your airline requests a return or onward ticket, you could just buy a refundable onward or return ticket; or shortly before you travel, make a reservation and choose as payment method transfer or payment with debit card which sometimes allows you to pay within 24h or 48h, if you don’t pay your reservation expires automatically; or book a legit onward or return ticket, which expires automatically after 48h, for about US$ 15 at a portal such as bestonwardticket; or book a cheap bus trip out of the country. You find more information in our Tourist Visa article

      And even though you didn’t ask about it, but you should be aware that you are not allowed to do business or work when you are in Peru as a tourist. So, if you plan to stay longer in Peru and/or work/do business you need to apply for a corresponding visa; this could be, for example, a business visa or a work visa or, if you have plans to marry your girlfriend, a family visa. And if you are planning to apply for a resident visa and don’t want to leave Peru / return to your home country again, bring all necessary documents already with you and start the process as soon as you are in Peru.

      All the best.

      Greetings
      Eva


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    Keith · 21/07/2022
    Super helpful blog, thanks for your generous help!  Does it matter when the third shot was administered?  e.g. does it have to be within the last 6 months?

    Thanks!
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      Sunflower
      • LimaEasy
      · 21/07/2022
      @Keith Hello Keith,

      thanks a lot for your praise.

      No, according to the current regulations it doesn't matter when the 3rd shot was administered; it can be yesterday or a year ago.

      Have a nice time in Peru

      Greetings
      Eva

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