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Moving to Peru
Make your International moving to or from Peru, an exciting event by choosing the expert International Mover for your relocation process. We, the International Sea & Air Shipping are cream of the crop in offering the International shipping services to Peru. Rely on us for all your moving needs.
When Moving to Peru
Our International Moving Expert makes your relocation a blissful one by monitoring the entire process of your move to Peru. Further we consider your moving options to serve you the best. Some of which may include:
- When will you be moving to Peru?
- When would you like your shipment to arrive in Peru and at what port or airport?
- Are you moving alone or with family? For business or personal reasons?
The Cost of Moving to Peru
It is always suggested to get the cost of moving prior to your actual relocation for it helps you to plan well. The cost of moving to Peru will be calculated based on the desired destination and as well the cubic footage of the cargo.
To aid you in estimating the cost of your move, our home inspector who is an expert in estimating the cost of International Moving will be inspecting your home to do the same with zero charges.
About Peru
Peru officially called as the Republic of Peru is a country that is situated in the western part of South America. The name Peru is derived from “Birú” who was a 16 century local ruler who lived near the Bay of San Miguel, Panama.
Peru is a presidential representative democratic republic which has a multi-party system. According to the current constitution of Peru the President is the head of state and government. Prime minister is designated by the President. The cabinet ministers are designated by President on Prime Ministers advice. Peruvian government is a directly elected government with compulsory voting system where it’s mandatory for all the citizens to vote between age of18 to 70.
Peru is bit smaller than US state of Alaska in area. Peru is 20th largest country in the world and is bordered by Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia and Ecuador. Peru shares with Bolivia the control of Lago Titicaca which is the world's highest navigable lake. Peru is also home to the remote slope of Nevado Mismi which is the ultimate source of the mighty Amazon river.
Peru Is a developing country with a market oriented economy. Peru’s GDP/PPP is the 43rd highest in the world and has the 11th highest growth rate in the world. Service sector forms the backbone of Peruvian economy. Peru has good trading relations with US, China, Switzerland, Canada, Japan, Brazil, Ecuador, Chile and Colombia.
Custom Regulations for 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
NOTE - Customs regulations are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to this destination and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers.Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, International sea & air shipping 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.
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Motto : Peru's sun is reborn
Capital : Lima
National Anthem : "Himno Nacional del Perú" ("National Anthem of Peru")
Geography
Location : Western South America, bordering the South Pacific Ocean, between Chile and Ecuador
Area : Total : 1,285,216 sq km Land : 1,279,996 sq km
Water : 5,220 sq km
Climate : Varies from tropical in east to dry desert in west; temperate to frigid in Andes
People
Nationality : Peruvian(s)
Population : 29,248,943 (July 2011 est.)
Major Cities : LIMA (capital) 8.769 million; Arequipa 778,000 (2009)
Languages : Spanish 84.1% (official), Quechua 13% (official), Aymara 1.7%, Ashaninka 0.3%, Other native languages 0.7% (includes a large number of minor Amazonian languages), Other 0.2% (2007 Census)
Economy
GDP : $274.7 billion (2010 est.)
Exchange Rates : Nuevo sol (PEN) per US dollar - 2.8178 (2010), 3.0115 (2009), 2.91 (2008), 3.1731 (2007), 3.2742 (2006)
Transportation
Airports : 211 (2010)
Roadways : Total : 102,887 km
Waterways : 8,808 km
Ports & Terminals : Callao, Iquitos, Matarani, Paita, Pucallpa, Yurimaguas; note - Iquitos, Pucallpa, and Yurimaguas are on the upper reaches of the Amazon and its tributaries
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