Updated January 20th 2021-Clarification of New Security Protocols for International Travel to Peru & Machu Picchu
From December 22nd to January 15th, the Peruvian government passed a series of security protocols to help stop the spread of the new variant of Covid-19 from the UK, and help mitigate the anticipated post-holiday 2nd wave. The initial set of security measures released by the current government were obscure and left many questions unanswered. In the last week many of the ambiguities have been cleared up.
Below I’ve detailed out what we know regarding the new legislation for travel to and from Peru & Machu Picchu during the pandemic.
All flights originating from Europe and longer than 8 hours have been suspended until January 31st.
All foreigners from Europe or South Africa, or anyone that has had a layover in Europe or South Africa in the last 14-days, that are non-residents of Peru, will be denied entry into Peru to help keep out the new variant of Coronavirus.
To enter Peru, you must have a negative molecular (PCR) test, with the results presented for your flight no later than 72 hours from the time the results were released.
To enter Peru, you will need to have a sworn statement of health filled out and, on your person, when arriving to Lima and your final destination if you are flying nationally. Click Here to complete and download the document.
Face shields and facemasks are required while moving through Lima’s International airport.
The government now requires a mandatory 14-day quarantine for all international travelers arriving in Peru at their residence, Air Bnb or lodging of choice. On the 6th day, travelers can leave quarantine if they test negative on a molecular (RT-PCR) COVID-19 test.
Travelers are now permitted to quarantine in their final destination within Peru, as long as they arrive to their final destination no later than 24 hours from their international arrival.
International travelers with a layover of 16 hours or less are not required to quarantine, however they may not leave the airport and are required to wear a face shield and face mask while in the airport.
International travelers with a layover more than 16 hours can arrange beforehand to stay at an approved lodging at the expense of the traveler.
Starting January 15th any flights that have had or have an international layover in Europe or South America will be suspended until the 31st of January.
Due to a new variant of Coronavirus found in Brazil, travelers from South America are no longer able to enter the UK, in hopes to keep the new variant of Coronavirus out. Citizens and foreign nationals of the area are permitted to enter but are required to quarantine for 10 days upon their arrival.
In Machu Picchu the hikes up Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu mountains are closed, as the narrow trails do not allow for proper social distancing, however, the main area of the site remains open.
The government has issued a new set of curfews that are focalized on each region, and their current struggle with the Coronavirus. The curfews per region are ranked from moderate to very high. the government has informed us that they have an “Extreme” rating which will warrant a complete lockdown.
The current curfews & restrictions are as follows:
Moderate Level
Regions: Amazonas, Ayacucho, Huancavelica, Loreto, San Martín, Ucayali
Curfew hours: 11 pm to 4 am
Gyms, Theaters, Casinos, etc. – maximum 40% capacity
Commercial stores – maximum 50% capacity
Restaurants – maximum 60% capacity
Churches – maximum 30% capacity
High Level
Regions: Arequipa, Apurimac, Cajamarca, Callao, Metro Lima, Cusco, Huánuco, La Libertad, Madre de Dios, Moquegua, Pasco, Puno, Tumbes
Curfew Hours: 9 pm to 4 am
Gyms, Theaters, Casinos, etc. – maximum 30% capacity
Commercial stores – maximum 40% capacity
Restaurants – maximum 50% capacity
Churches – maximum 20% capacity
No use of private cars allowed on Sundays.
Very High Level
Regions: Ancash, Ica, Junín, Lambayeque, Lima Provinces, Piura, Tacna
Curfew Hours: 7 pm to 4 am
Gyms, Theaters, Casinos, etc. – maximum 20% capacity
Commercial stores – maximum 30% capacity
Restaurants – maximum 40% capacity
Churches – maximum 10% capacity
Sundays are under a complete curfew.
Updated January 15th, 2021- Ban on South American Travelers to the UK & Government Issues New Security Measures For 2nd Wave
UK Traveler Ban
Due to a new variant of Coronavirus found in Brazil, travelers from South America are no longer able to enter the UK, in hopes to keep the new variant of Coronavirus out. Citizens and foreign nationals of the area are permitted to enter but are required to quarantine for 10 days upon their arrival.
New Measures in Review
Things have changed a lot in the past three days, so I’ve included a breakdown of the new safety measures the Peruvian government has released to help stop the spread of COVID-19 in Peru.
The government now requires a mandatory 14-day quarantine for all international travelers arriving in Peru. On the 6th day, travelers can leave quarantine if they test negative on another COVID-19 test.
All foreigners from Europe or South Africa, or anyone that has had a layover in Europe or South Africa in the last 14-days, that are non-residents of Peru, will be denied entry into Peru to help keep out the new variant of Coronavirus.
Direct flights from Europe continue to be suspended and any flight 8 hours or longer.
The government has issued a new set of curfews that are focalized on each region, and their current struggle with the Coronavirus. The curfews per region are ranked from moderate to very high. the government has informed us that they have an “Extreme” rating which will warrant a complete lockdown.
The current curfews are as follows:
Moderate Level
Regions: Amazonas, Ayacucho, Huancavelica, Loreto, San Martín, Ucayali
Curfew hours: 11 pm to 4 am
Gyms, Theaters, Casinos, etc. – maximum 40% capacity
Commercial stores – maximum 50% capacity
Restaurants – maximum 60% capacity
Churches – maximum 30% capacity
High Level
Regions: Arequipa, Apurimac, Cajamarca, Callao, Metro Lima, Cusco, Huánuco, La Libertad, Madre de Dios, Moquegua, Pasco, Puno, Tumbes
Curfew Hours: 9 pm to 4 am
Gyms, Theaters, Casinos, etc. – maximum 30% capacity
Commercial stores – maximum 40% capacity
Restaurants – maximum 50% capacity
Churches – maximum 20% capacity
No use of private cars allowed on Sundays.
Very High Level
Regions: Ancash, Ica, Junín, Lambayeque, Lima Provinces, Piura, Tacna
Curfew Hours: 7 pm to 4 am
Gyms, Theaters, Casinos, etc. – maximum 20% capacity
Commercial stores – maximum 30% capacity
Restaurants – maximum 40% capacity
Churches – maximum 10% capacity
Sundays are under a complete curfew.
All international arrivals into Peru still must show a negative result on a COVID-19 PCR test that was given no later than 72 hours before arrival.
All international arrivals into Peru must also fill out a sworn statement heath and show it to immigrations along with their negative COVID test, click here, for the link to the document, which should be filled out online then printed to show immigration upon arrival.
For all other international travelers entering Peru, the mandatory quarantine can be complete at any Air BnB, residency, or hotel at the expense of the traveler. I would recommend printing out (electronically) proof of reservation or have the address on hand to show immigration upon arrival.
From December 22nd to January 15th, the Peruvian government passed a series of security protocols to help stop the spread of the new variant of Covid-19 from the UK, and help mitigate the anticipated post-holiday 2nd wave. The initial set of security measures released by the current government were obscure and left many questions unanswered. In the last week many of the ambiguities have been cleared up.
Below I’ve detailed out what we know regarding the new legislation for travel to and from Peru & Machu Picchu during the pandemic.
All flights originating from Europe and longer than 8 hours have been suspended until January 31st.
All foreigners from Europe or South Africa, or anyone that has had a layover in Europe or South Africa in the last 14-days, that are non-residents of Peru, will be denied entry into Peru to help keep out the new variant of Coronavirus.
To enter Peru, you must have a negative molecular (PCR) test, with the results presented for your flight no later than 72 hours from the time the results were released.
To enter Peru, you will need to have a sworn statement of health filled out and, on your person, when arriving to Lima and your final destination if you are flying nationally. Click Here to complete and download the document.
Face shields and facemasks are required while moving through Lima’s International airport.
The government now requires a mandatory 14-day quarantine for all international travelers arriving in Peru at their residence, Air Bnb or lodging of choice. On the 6th day, travelers can leave quarantine if they test negative on a molecular (RT-PCR) COVID-19 test.
Travelers are now permitted to quarantine in their final destination within Peru, as long as they arrive to their final destination no later than 24 hours from their international arrival.
International travelers with a layover of 16 hours or less are not required to quarantine, however they may not leave the airport and are required to wear a face shield and face mask while in the airport.
International travelers with a layover more than 16 hours can arrange beforehand to stay at an approved lodging at the expense of the traveler.
Starting January 15th any flights that have had or have an international layover in Europe or South America will be suspended until the 31st of January.
Due to a new variant of Coronavirus found in Brazil, travelers from South America are no longer able to enter the UK, in hopes to keep the new variant of Coronavirus out. Citizens and foreign nationals of the area are permitted to enter but are required to quarantine for 10 days upon their arrival.
In Machu Picchu the hikes up Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu mountains are closed, as the narrow trails do not allow for proper social distancing, however, the main area of the site remains open.
The government has issued a new set of curfews that are focalized on each region, and their current struggle with the Coronavirus. The curfews per region are ranked from moderate to very high. the government has informed us that they have an “Extreme” rating which will warrant a complete lockdown.
The current curfews & restrictions are as follows:
Moderate Level
Regions: Amazonas, Ayacucho, Huancavelica, Loreto, San Martín, Ucayali
Curfew hours: 11 pm to 4 am
Gyms, Theaters, Casinos, etc. – maximum 40% capacity
Commercial stores – maximum 50% capacity
Restaurants – maximum 60% capacity
Churches – maximum 30% capacity
High Level
Regions: Arequipa, Apurimac, Cajamarca, Callao, Metro Lima, Cusco, Huánuco, La Libertad, Madre de Dios, Moquegua, Pasco, Puno, Tumbes
Curfew Hours: 9 pm to 4 am
Gyms, Theaters, Casinos, etc. – maximum 30% capacity
Commercial stores – maximum 40% capacity
Restaurants – maximum 50% capacity
Churches – maximum 20% capacity
No use of private cars allowed on Sundays.
Very High Level
Regions: Ancash, Ica, Junín, Lambayeque, Lima Provinces, Piura, Tacna
Curfew Hours: 7 pm to 4 am
Gyms, Theaters, Casinos, etc. – maximum 20% capacity
Commercial stores – maximum 30% capacity
Restaurants – maximum 40% capacity
Churches – maximum 10% capacity
Sundays are under a complete curfew.
Updated January 15th, 2021- Ban on South American Travelers to the UK & Government Issues New Security Measures For 2nd Wave
UK Traveler Ban
Due to a new variant of Coronavirus found in Brazil, travelers from South America are no longer able to enter the UK, in hopes to keep the new variant of Coronavirus out. Citizens and foreign nationals of the area are permitted to enter but are required to quarantine for 10 days upon their arrival.
New Measures in Review
Things have changed a lot in the past three days, so I’ve included a breakdown of the new safety measures the Peruvian government has released to help stop the spread of COVID-19 in Peru.
The government now requires a mandatory 14-day quarantine for all international travelers arriving in Peru. On the 6th day, travelers can leave quarantine if they test negative on another COVID-19 test.
All foreigners from Europe or South Africa, or anyone that has had a layover in Europe or South Africa in the last 14-days, that are non-residents of Peru, will be denied entry into Peru to help keep out the new variant of Coronavirus.
Direct flights from Europe continue to be suspended and any flight 8 hours or longer.
The government has issued a new set of curfews that are focalized on each region, and their current struggle with the Coronavirus. The curfews per region are ranked from moderate to very high. the government has informed us that they have an “Extreme” rating which will warrant a complete lockdown.
The current curfews are as follows:
Moderate Level
Regions: Amazonas, Ayacucho, Huancavelica, Loreto, San Martín, Ucayali
Curfew hours: 11 pm to 4 am
Gyms, Theaters, Casinos, etc. – maximum 40% capacity
Commercial stores – maximum 50% capacity
Restaurants – maximum 60% capacity
Churches – maximum 30% capacity
High Level
Regions: Arequipa, Apurimac, Cajamarca, Callao, Metro Lima, Cusco, Huánuco, La Libertad, Madre de Dios, Moquegua, Pasco, Puno, Tumbes
Curfew Hours: 9 pm to 4 am
Gyms, Theaters, Casinos, etc. – maximum 30% capacity
Commercial stores – maximum 40% capacity
Restaurants – maximum 50% capacity
Churches – maximum 20% capacity
No use of private cars allowed on Sundays.
Very High Level
Regions: Ancash, Ica, Junín, Lambayeque, Lima Provinces, Piura, Tacna
Curfew Hours: 7 pm to 4 am
Gyms, Theaters, Casinos, etc. – maximum 20% capacity
Commercial stores – maximum 30% capacity
Restaurants – maximum 40% capacity
Churches – maximum 10% capacity
Sundays are under a complete curfew.
All international arrivals into Peru still must show a negative result on a COVID-19 PCR test that was given no later than 72 hours before arrival.
All international arrivals into Peru must also fill out a sworn statement heath and show it to immigrations along with their negative COVID test, click here, for the link to the document, which should be filled out online then printed to show immigration upon arrival.
For all other international travelers entering Peru, the mandatory quarantine can be complete at any Air BnB, residency, or hotel at the expense of the traveler. I would recommend printing out (electronically) proof of reservation or have the address on hand to show immigration upon arrival.
Taken from Amazonas Explorer
No comments:
Post a Comment