Peru Travel Restrictions Updates – COVID

Updated on May 10, 2022. The use of masks in open spaces is optional in some regions such as Lima.

New Restrictions to Enter Peru

  • Peruvians, resident foreigners and non-resident foreigners over 12 years of age, regardless of their country of origin, must prove that they have completed the vaccination against Coronavirus.
  • Unvaccinated individuals must present a negative PCR test taken within 48 hours.
  • Children under the age of 12 can board the plane without a PCR test as long as they are asymptomatic.
  • People who show symptoms when entering the country’s territory will be monitored and will be subject to mandatory 14-day isolation.
  • Everyone entering Peru must complete the “Electronic Affidavit of Health and Geolocation Authorization” within 72 hours prior to travel.

 
Restrictions within Peru:

  • Those over 12 years of age will be able to board interprovincial flights and buses only if they are fully vaccinated.
  • Unvaccinated individuals must present a negative PCR test taken within 48 hours.
  • Those over 18 years of age must have a booster shot to board domestic flights and ground transportation.
  • Otherwise, they must submit a negative PCR test taken within 48 hours.
  • Everyone must complete the “Electronic Affidavit of Health and Geolocation Authorization.”

 
Border Restrictions:
All land borders are open, travelers must be vaccinated to board.
 
Wearing a mask is mandatory in all public areas:

  • In Áncash, Ica, Lima, the use of masks in open spaces is optional.
  • The other regions, the use of masks is mandatory in all public places; 1 KN95 mask or 1 3-ply disposable mask + 1 reusable cloth mask is required.