Peru: sanctions and trade risk

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As of 7 November 2026, the screened UN, EU, UK, Swiss and US sanctions lists contain 28 companies, organisations, vessels and aircraft linked to Peru.Lists last checked 2026-11-07 21:01 UTC.

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No elevated country indicator for Peru in the route rules Sanctioni uses. That is not a clearance: goods may still be export-controlled, and parties in Peru may still be on a list.

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On the sanctions lists

28 entries on the official lists name Peru — as nationality, address, registration or flag. That links them to the country; it says nothing about other companies there. The same company can appear on several lists and is then counted once per list. Individuals are not included — Sanctioni does not process them.

List	Entries	Companies & organisations	Vessels	Aircraft
US OFAC — Specially Designated Nationals (SDN)	28	28	—	—

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Logistics profile

Peru: logistics and trade

Pacific hub / mining export country

Peru (ISO code PE) lies on the west coast of South America, bordering Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Bolivia and Chile. It is a presidential republic with democratic institutions. The climate ranges from the arid coast and the cooler Andean highlands to the humid tropical Amazon. The economy is driven by mining, agriculture, fishing and a growing service sector, with copper, gold and silver as key exports. Logistically, Peru relies on the seaports of Callao, Chancay and Matarani and a limited Andean rail network. The country is strongly export-oriented but depends on imports of machinery, vehicles, fuel and consumer goods. Customs are handled by SUNAT through the electronic DAM declaration and the VUCE single window. The currency is the Sol (PEN).

Capital: Lima
Population: 34,157,732
Area: 1,285,216 km²
Currency: Peruvian Sol (PEN)
Continent: South America
Region: South America / Andes
Economic area: Pacific Alliance / CPTPP / ALADI
Religions: Catholic, Protestant, Other
Access to the sea: Yes

Transport modes Road · Rail · Inland waterway

Current situation: Chancay mega port (Cosco) in operation since November 2024; sea transit to Asia shortened to ~25 days. New terminal at Lima Airport (LIM) active since June 2025. Since 2026, SUNAT applies a 10 percent Percepción to high-risk imports under Decreto Legislativo 1714. No nationwide transport disruptions verified. (As of 2026-07-29)
Seasonal conditions: El Niño Costero brings heavy rain, flooding and huaicos on the coast (most recently 2023); the rainy season from December to March hampers land transport in the Andes and Amazon.

Main seaports

Puerto Del Callao
Callao (PECLL), Peru's main seaport, handles 90%+ of foreign trade; DP World topped 2M TEU in 2025. Alternatives: Paita, Matarani, Chancay.
Chancay
Chancay (PE CHY): Peru's deep-water megaport run by COSCO, about 286,000 TEU in its first year, 16 m draft, direct Shanghai service. Pacific gateway; alternative Callao.
Paita
Paita (PE PAI): northern Peru's main container port, 414,639 TEU in 2025 and the country's top reefer hub. Grapes, blueberries, avocado, fish. Operator TPE.
Bahia De Matarani
Bahia Matarani (PEMRI) is southern Peru's main port: copper concentrate, grain and bulk via TISUR. Containers mostly route through Callao.
Salaverry
Salaverry (PESVY): Trujillo's bulk port in Peru for grain, sugar, fertiliser and ore concentrates. Containers and large volumes route via Callao.
Talara
Talara (PETYL): Petroperú's 95,000 bpd New Talara Refinery port; 2026 stoppages incl. late July port closure. Not a container port — use Paita for boxes.

Main cargo airports

Jorge Chávez International AirportLIM
Jorge Chávez (LIM) in Callao is Peru's main air cargo gateway: ~267,000 t in 2025, perishable exports, Frío Aéreo cold store and Lima Cargo City.
Alejandro Velasco Astete International AirportCUZ
Alejandro Velasco Astete (CUZ), Cusco: Peru's 2nd passenger airport, Machu Picchu gateway, no cargo terminal – freight via Lima (LIM). Chinchero now due late 2027.
Rodríguez Ballón International AirportAQP
Rodríguez Ballón (AQP), Peru's third-busiest airport at Arequipa: belly cargo on LATAM, Sky and JetSmart flights, international freight via Lima (LIM).
Capitán FAP Guillermo Concha Iberico International AirportPIU
Piura airport (PIU/SPUR), Peru: 1.1 million passengers in 2024, ADP modernisation. Air freight via Lima (LIM), sea freight via Paita.

Road corridors

Panamericana Norte / Sur
Central Highway Lima - La Oroya
Southern Interoceanic Corridor (IIRSA) to Brazil
Northern Corridor to Ecuador

Rail corridors

Central Andean Railway (Callao - La Oroya - Huancayo)
Southern Railway (Matarani - Arequipa - Cusco / Juliaca)

Inland ports

Iquitos (Amazon)
Pucallpa (Ucayali)
Yurimaguas (Huallaga)

Main trade lanes

Peru - China
Peru - USA
Peru - EU
Peru - Brazil
Peru - Chile

Customs and import

Customs authority SUNAT (Superintendencia Nacional de Aduanas y de Administración Tributaria)Official website ↗

Import customs system: Electronic customs clearance by SUNAT; imports via Declaración Aduanera de Mercancías (DAM) through the system and the Ventanilla Única de Comercio Exterior (VUCE); customs agent mandatory for FOB above 2'000 USD.
Export customs system: Export as Exportación Definitiva via DAM with SUNAT/VUCE; simplified export up to 5'000 USD FOB without agent; small parcels by post via Exporta Fácil.
Import VAT: Import IGV 18 percent (16 percent IGV plus 2 percent IPM) on customs value plus duty; for certain goods additionally ISC; advance payment via SUNAT's Percepción regime.
Proofs of origin and trade agreements: Declaration of origin or EUR.1 for the EFTA agreement (with Switzerland since 2011) and the EU; Certificate of Origin for ALADI, Pacific Alliance, USA, China, Japan, Korea, Mercosur and CPTPP.
Restricted and prohibited goods: Licensing required for, among others, chemical precursors (IQBF, drug control), weapons, medicines (DIGEMID) as well as plants/animals (SENASA); restrictions on used clothing, used tyres and used vehicles.

Typical import documents

Commercial invoice
Packing list
Bill of Lading / air waybill
DAM (Declaración Aduanera de Mercancías)
Proof of origin for preference
if applicable, import licenses

Typical export documents

Commercial invoice
Packing list
DAM Exportación
Certificado de Origen
Phytosanitary / sanitary certificate (SENASA)
Transport document

Logistics conditions

Customs complexity: Medium
Customs delays: Medium
Port congestion: Medium to high
Dangerous goods relevance: Medium to high
Pharma and cold chain relevance: Medium

Trade

Top import partners

China United States Brazil Mexico Chile

Top export partners

China United States Canada Switzerland South Korea

Top import goods

Petroleum products
Machinery
Vehicles
Electronic devices
Chemical products

Top export goods

Copper ore
Gold
Zinc
Agricultural products
Fishmeal

Typical cargo

Copper and mineral ores
Gold and silver
Agricultural products (grapes, avocados, blueberries)
Fishmeal
Textiles
Machinery and vehicles (imports)

Upcoming public holidays

Immaculate ConceptionTue, 8 Dec 2026 · businesses closed
Battle of AyacuchoWed, 9 Dec 2026 · businesses closed
Christmas DayFri, 25 Dec 2026 · businesses closed
New Year's DayFri, 1 Jan 2027 · businesses closed
Maundy ThursdayThu, 25 Mar 2027 · businesses closed
Good FridayFri, 26 Mar 2027 · businesses closed
Labour DaySat, 1 May 2027 · businesses closed
Flag Day / Battle of AricaMon, 7 Jun 2027 · businesses closed

Latest logistics news

Switzerland and 18 Partners Aim to Better Secure Supply Chains19 Jul 2026
Switzerland and 18 partner states aim to better coordinate trade and make supply chains for essential goods more resilient. New members include Peru, South Korea, and Thailand.

Logistics questions

Which customs authority is responsible in Peru?

The responsible authority is SUNAT (Superintendencia Nacional de Aduanas y de Administración Tributaria). Imports are processed electronically via the Declaración Aduanera de Mercancías (DAM) and the single window VUCE.

What is the import tax rate in Peru?

The import tax is the 18 percent IGV (16 percent IGV plus 2 percent IPM), calculated on the customs value plus duty. For certain goods the ISC applies additionally; SUNAT also levies a 10 percent perception charge on high-risk imports under Decreto Legislativo 1714.

How high are import duties in Peru?

Ad valorem duties are 0, 6 or 11 percent depending on the product category; raw materials and capital goods are mostly at 0 percent. About three quarters of import value enters duty-free.

Do Swiss exporters benefit from a free trade agreement with Peru?

Yes. The free trade agreement between the EFTA states and Peru has been in force for Switzerland since 1 July 2011. With a valid proof of origin (EUR.1 or origin declaration), originating goods benefit from reduced or zero duties.

Which ports are important for trade with Peru?

The main port is Callao near Lima (APM Terminals/DP World). The new Cosco mega-port Chancay reduces the sea transit to Asia to ~25 days; Paita in the north and Matarani in the south serve mining exports.

Which goods are subject to special import controls in Peru?

Strict controls apply to chemical precursors (IQBF, drug control), weapons, pharmaceuticals (DIGEMID) and plants/animals (SENASA). Used clothing, worn tyres and older used vehicles are restricted.

What seasonal risks affect transport in Peru?

El Niño Costero can trigger heavy rainfall, floods and huaicos on the coast. The rainy season from December to March hampers overland transport in the Andes and the Amazon region.

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