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Moving to Peru

Moving to Peru or for that matter any country can become difficult-unless you make yourself aware of the customs regulation details in that country. After all, you do not want your belongings to be stranded in some port in the country. In some countries especially, customs regulations can be very stringent-and you may suddenly find yourself in a puddle. So, do your homework!

The customs regulations information listed on our website have been collected from several sources including information made-available-by embassies and government websites.

Customs Regulations applicable while shipping to Peru

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

  • Passport (original)
  • Detailed inventory (avoid PBO items)
  • Foreigners need a legalized copy of a Work Contract presented to the Ministry of Labor

CUSTOMS REGULATIONS

  • CUSTOMER'S PRESENCE IN PERU IS REQUIRED FOR CUSTOMS CLEARANCE
  • Household goods and personal effects dutiable (The average rate for duty and tax is 20%)
  • Household goods previously exported from Peru may be imported duty-free with supporting documents (Inventory, Export Policy, etc.) stamped by Peruvian Customs
  • Shipment must arrive before customers arrival or 120 days before customers arrival
  • Customs will allow the importation of no more than one (1) electrical appliance of same kind on a 20% import duty basis. Additional similar electrical appliances will be charged at the rate of 33%.

PROHIBITED ITEMS

  • Firearms (maximum caliber .38) and telecommunication equipment require a special license prior to arrival of goods
    • Firearms also require proof of ownership and a previous license must be obtained from the Ministry of Interior (no automatic arms are allowed) Subject to confiscation if requirements are not met
  • Narcotics and drugs
  • Pornographic material
  • Explosives
  • Telecommunications equipment

MOTOR VEHICLES

  • Import duties and excise tax levied on all used cars, but the car cannot exceed five years of antiquity
  • Autos not belonging to diplomats require an inspection before Customs clearance can be completed
    • Foreign Peruvian diplomats duty free
  • Documents required:
    • Original commercial invoice - fully detailed (original)
    • Proof of ownership
    • Title
    • Certificate of inspection at origin issued by any international surveillance company such as SGS, SSI, Bureau Veritas

PETS

  • Documents required:
    • Vaccination and Rabies vaccination Certificate
    • Health Certificate
Peru

NOTE - Customs regulations of Peru are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to Peru (this destination )and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers. Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, Movers.com cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance. Always double check with your local embassy or consulate before you make your move to Peru.

Major Citie(s) in Peru

  • Lima

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