🇵🇪 Import Customs & Duties: Perú
Quick Facts
Umbral libre de impuestos
$200
Paquetes bajo $200, libre de impuestos
IVA / Impuesto
18%
CIF value + duty. IGV at 18% (16% IGV + 2% IPM municipal tax). Some agricultural goods at reduced rates.
Clearance Time
2-5 days
typical processing
Duty Rates by Category
| Category | Duty Rate | HS Chapter |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics | 0-6% | HS 85 |
| Clothing | 11% | HS 61-62 |
| Footwear | 6-11% | HS 64 |
| Food products | 0-9% | HS 01-24 |
| Machinery | 0% | HS 84 |
| Cosmetics | 6% | HS 33 |
| Books | 0% | HS 49 |
| Toys | 6% | HS 95 |
Rates shown are for standard goods. Exact rate depends on the HS code of your item.
Calculadora de aranceles
Por debajo del umbral de minimis, ¡sin arancel!: $200 USD
Customs Clearance Process
SUNAT (sunat.gob.pe). SIGAD electronic system. Callao port (Lima) main entry. Very efficient. CAN member. FTAs with US (PTPA), EU, China, and many others. IGV at 18% on imports. Very liberal trade policy, average tariff only 2.2%.
What to Actually Expect
One of Latin America's most efficient customs. Low duties (max 11%). Callao port well-organized. Express clears 1-2 days. Extensive FTA network (US, EU, China, etc.) means many goods enter duty-free. IGV at 18% is the main cost burden. $200 de minimis for personal imports. DHL, FedEx, UPS well-established. Postal mail via SERPOST 2-3 weeks. Low corruption for the region.
Documentos necesarios
Factura comercial
Descripción, cantidad, valor, datos del remitente y destinatario
Lista de empaque
Descripción detallada del contenido
Declaración aduanera (CN22/CN23)
Requerida para envíos postales
Guía aérea (AWB)
Generada por el transportista al reservar el envío
Certificado de origen
Puede requerirse para aranceles reducidos
Licencia de exportación/importación
Para productos restringidos
Import License Requirements
Required for firearms, pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, explosives, and some food products. DIGESA handles food safety. DIGEMID for pharmaceuticals. SENASA for agricultural certification.
Certificate of Origin
PTPA certificate for US trade. CAN certificate for Andean Community. FTA certificates for EU, China, Japan, South Korea, and many others. Issued by MINCETUR or Chamber of Commerce.
Learn more →Artículos prohibidos y restringidos
Prohibidos
- xNarcóticos y drogas ilegales
- xExplosivos y materiales inflamables
- xArmas y municiones
- xProductos falsificados
- xMoneda y documentos falsos
Restringidos (requiere permiso)
- !Medicamentos
- !Alimentos y bebidas
- !Plantas y semillas
- !Electrónica (baterías de litio)
- !Perfumes y cosméticos
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Estimación de aranceles
Cargos de importación estimados al enviar mercancías a Perú:
| Valor del producto | Arancel | IVA/Impuesto | Total a pagar |
|---|---|---|---|
| $50 | $0 | $0 | Gratis |
| $100 | $0 | $0 | Gratis |
| $200 | $0 | $0 | Gratis |
| $500 | $18 | $93 | $111 |
| $1000 | $48 | $189 | $237 |
Solo estimaciones. Los aranceles reales dependen de la categoría del producto.
Rutas populares a Perú
Preguntas frecuentes
What is the duty-free threshold for Perú?
The duty-free (de minimis) threshold for imports into Perú is $200. Goods valued below this amount are exempt from customs duties.
What is the VAT rate on imports to Perú?
The VAT/tax rate on imports to Perú is 18%. VAT applies to: CIF value + duty. IGV at 18% (16% IGV + 2% IPM municipal tax). Some agricultural goods at reduced rates.
How long does customs clearance take in Perú?
Typical customs clearance in Perú takes 2-5 days. Express shipments usually clear faster.
What documents are needed to import into Perú?
To import into Perú, you typically need: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, and customs declaration. Some goods may require a certificate of origin or import license.
What items are prohibited from import into Perú?
Perú prohibits the import of narcotics, weapons, counterfeit goods, certain animal products, and hazardous materials. Restrictions may also apply to alcohol, tobacco, pharmaceuticals, and certain electronics.