Money & duty free for Peru
Exchange rates:
New SolC$1 = S/.2.55
€1 = S/.3.57
£1 = S/.4.25
US$1 = S/.3.42
Currency & Money
The Peruvian Sol (PEN; symbol S/) is divided into 100 céntimos. Banknotes are issued in denominations of S/ 200, 100, 50, 20, and 10. Coins are available in denominations of S/ 5, 2, and 1, as well as 50, 20, and 10 céntimos.
US dollars are widely accepted in Peru, especially in tourist areas, hotels, and larger establishments. However, smaller shops, rural areas, and public transport usually prefer payment in local currency. It is also common to see prices quoted in both USD and PEN in some places. Travellers are advised to carry some local currency for everyday transactions.
Credit cards are widely accepted in Peru, especially in cities and tourist areas. Major hotels, restaurants, and larger shops generally accept Visa and Mastercard. In smaller towns or local markets, cash is often preferred.
ATMs are widely available throughout the country, including in airports, cities, and towns. Most ATMs accept international cards and dispense Peruvian Soles. Some may also allow withdrawals in US dollars. It is advisable to use ATMs located inside banks or secure buildings for safety.
Travellers bringing in or taking out more than US$10,000 in cash must declare it to customs upon arrival or departure.
Peru duty free
The following items may be imported by visitors into Peru without incurring customs duty:
• 20 packs of cigarettes or 50 cigars or 250g of tobacco (over 18 years old).
• 3L of alcoholic beverages (over 18 years old).
• Personal items and gifts not exceeding a total value of US$500.
Additionally, each traveller may bring one electric shaver or epilator (age 7+), up to two hair appliances, one musical instrument, one set of sporting goods, and one electronic calculator. Travellers are also allowed a variety of portable electronic devices, provided they are for personal use and non-professional. These include one laptop (age 7+), one tablet or electronic organiser, one DVD player, one portable video game console, one radio or audio player, up to 20 CDs, two cameras, one camcorder (age 7+), and two mobile phones (travellers aged 7 to 18 are limited to one). Additionally, allowances cover accessories such as two external hard drives, four USB drives, four memory cards, and up to ten cassettes or digital video discs. All items must be intended for the traveller's personal use and not for resale or professional purposes.
Banned imports include narcotics and medications containing controlled substances, pornographic materials, fireworks, explosives, and automatic firearms. Other banned items include clothing and footwear that are not part of the traveller's personal luggage, used spare parts for vehicles or machinery, and beverages labelled "Pisco" that are not produced in Peru.
This list is not exhaustive. Travellers should consult the official customs website or contact the embassy or consulate near you for the most up-to-date information.
Banned exports include cultural artefacts or items deemed part of the national heritage, native wildlife or products derived from them, certain chemicals and controlled goods.
This list is not exhaustive. Travellers should consult the official customs website or contact the embassy or consulate near you for the most up-to-date information.
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