Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Customs Regulations
» Peru allows duty-free importation of 3L of alcohol and 20 packs of cigarettes, 50 cigars
or 250g of tobacco. You can import US$300 of gifts. Legally, you are allowed to bring in
such items as a laptop, camera, portable music player, kayak, climbing gear, mountain bike
or similar items for personal use.
» It is illegal to take pre-Columbian or colonial artifacts out of Peru, and it is illegal to
bring them into most countries. If purchasing reproductions, buy from a reputable dealer
and ask for a receipt.
» Purchasing animal products made from endangered species or even just transporting them
around Peru is also illegal.
» Coca leaves are legal in Peru, but not in most other countries, even in the form of tea
bags. People subject to random drug testing should be aware that coca, even in the form of
tea, may leave trace amounts in urine.
» Check with your own home government about customs restrictions and duties on any ex-
pensive or rare items you intend to bring back.
» For more customs information, logon to
http://peru.visahq.com/customs/
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