Visa Germans, Austrians, and Swiss do not need a visa for tourist stays up to 90 days (extension to 183 days possible). Required are: Passport: Valid for at least 6 months beyond the stay Return or onward flight ticket: Required upon entry! Proof of sufficient funds: Rarely, but occasionally asked f

Peruvian Sol (PEN) 1 Sol = 100 Céntimos. Coins: 10, 20, 50 Céntimos, 1, 2, 5 Soles. Notes: 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 Soles. Exchange rate (reference 2025): 1 EUR ≈ 4.0 PEN / 1 PEN ≈ 0.25 EUR US Dollar or Sol? Peru is partially dollarized : Hotels, travel agencies, and more expensive restaurants often acc

Vaccinations No mandatory vaccinations for entry from Germany. Recommended are: Standard vaccinations: Tetanus, Diphtheria, Polio (refresh!) Hepatitis A: Strongly recommended Hepatitis B: For longer stays Typhoid: For travel to rural areas Yellow fever: Strongly recommended for travel to the Amazon

General Security Situation Peru is generally safe for tourists as long as you follow the usual precautions. The main tourist regions (Lima/Miraflores, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Arequipa) are well-policed. Millions of tourists visit Peru every year without incidents. What to Watch Out For Pickpocketing:

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Praktisch · Kapitel 10

Practical A–Z

Everything important for travel planning at a glance — from entry and visa to money and altitude sickness, as well as safety and clothing for all climate zones.

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Entry & Visa

Visa Germans, Austrians, and Swiss do not need a visa for tourist stays up to 90 days (extension to 183 days possible).…

2

Money & Currency

Peruvian Sol (PEN) 1 Sol = 100 Céntimos. Coins: 10, 20, 50 Céntimos, 1, 2, 5 Soles. Notes: 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 Soles.…

3

Altitude Sickness — Detailed

Altitude sickness ( Soroche ) is the most important health issue for travelers to Peru. Here is a detailed guide: Altit…

4

Health

Vaccinations No mandatory vaccinations for entry from Germany. Recommended are: Standard vaccinations: Tetanus, Diphthe…

5

Safety

General Security Situation Peru is generally safe for tourists as long as you follow the usual precautions. The main to…

6

Internet & Communication

SIM Card & Mobile Data A local SIM card is the best and cheapest option: Providers: Claro (largest coverage), Movistar,…

7

Clothing & Packing Tips

Peru has all climate zones — from the tropical heat of the rainforest to the icy cold of the Andean passes to the cool…

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