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The national currency is the sol (S/).
The US dollar is accepted by many businesses, at the current exchange rate. Euros (€) must be exchanged for soles or US dollars, at the current exchange rate.
Money exchange: Travelers can exchange euros, dollars and other foreign currencies at authorized exchange houses, hotels and banks. Changing money in the street is not recommended.
ATMs: Automatic Teller Machines (ATMs) are located in banks, shopping malls and stores in Peru’s main cities. They give soles and US dollars and accept different types of card (Visa, American Express and MasterCard).
No vaccinations are mandatory for entering the country.
But if you are planning to travel to the Peruvian jungle, vaccinations are recommended.
•Yellow fever vaccination. This vaccination should be received 10 days before visiting the jungle; however, if you are not traveling to the jungle directly, upon arrival in Peru it is possible to receive a yellow fever vaccination at Lima’s Jorge Chavez International Airport, at the medical post, which is open 24 hours, from Monday to Sunday.
If you are planning to stay in the jungle for a prolonged period, you should consult your physician regarding vaccinations for hepatitis, typhoid and tetanus, and you should consider malaria prophylaxis.
| City | Altitude (meters above sea level) | Max. temp. | Min. temp. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abancay | 2,378 | 25°C | 12°C |
| Arequipa | 2,335 | 24°C | 5°C |
| Ayacucho | 2,761 | 24°C | 11°C |
| Cajamarca | 2,720 | 12°C | 5°C |
| Cerro de Pasco | 4,338 | 22°C | 4°C |
| Chachapoyas | 2,334 | 22°C | 13°C |
| Chiclayo | 29 | 33°C | 17°C |
| Cusco | 3,395 | 17°C | 2°C |
| Huancavelica | 368 | 20°C | 3,4°C |
| Huancayo | 4,107 | 17°C | 0°C |
| Huánuco | 1,912 | 24°C | 18°C |
| Huaraz | 3,091 | 18°C | 0°C |
| Ica | 406 | 30°C | 6°C |
| Iquitos | 104 | 36°C | 17°C |
| Lima | 133 | 25°C | 13°C |
| Moquegua | 141 | 15°C | 17°C |
| Moyobamba | 860 | 36°C | 22°C |
| Piura | 29 | 35°C | 16°C |
| Pucallpa | 154 | 38°C | 24°C |
| Puerto Maldonado | 183 | 34°C | 21°C |
| Puno | 3,827 | 19°C | 2°C |
| Tacna | 562 | 28°C | 6°C |
| Trujillo | 34 | 30°C | 16°C |
| Tumbes | 6 | 38°C | 19°C |
| Dates | Event |
|---|---|
| January 1st | New Year's Day |
| Moveable date (March-April) | Holy Week |
| May 1st | International Workers' Day |
| June 29th | Feast of Saint Peter and Saint Paul |
| July 28th and 29th | Peruvian Independence |
| August 30th | Feast of Saint Rose of Lima |
| October 8th | Battle of Angamos |
| November 1st | All Saints' Day |
| December 8th | Feast of the Immaculate Conception |
| December 24th | Christmas Eve |
| December 25th | Christmas Day |
The world’s leading car hire companies operate in Peru.
For visiting regions with rugged terrain, the most frequently requested vehicles are four-wheel drive SUVs.
To drive in Peru, you must carry with you:
•Driving license
• Copy of passport
• Vehicle documentation (SOAT – Mandatory Traffic Accident Insurance, Certificate of Roadworthiness and Ownership Card)
• Vehicle hire contract, if the car is rented
• International driving license valid for one year.
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Calle Uno Oeste N° 50
Piso 13 - San Isidro, Lima.
Tel: (51-1) 616 73 00
Office hours: Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 18:00 (GMT-5)