Peru - frequently asked questions

Answers to most common questions.


Entry Requirements

Passport needed. Visas are required only from the following countries: Cuba, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Bulgaria, Russia, Pakistan, India, and China. Vaccines are necessary only if travelers are visiting areas where there is an epidemic such as yellow fever and hepatitis B.

Language

Spanish is the official language of Peru.

Currency

The local currency is the Nuevo Sol. At the time of this writing, the exchange rate (which can fluctuate daily) was 2.85 sols to the US dollar.

Tipping

Most restaurants add a 10 percent service charge to the bill, but some do not. The total tip should be about 15 percent. .

 
 

About Peru

Peru is the third largest country in South America
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