Importing a used car to Peru starts with confirming the vehicle is no older than 5 years (the import age limit) and that it is left-hand drive.
Importing a used car to Peru starts with confirming the vehicle is no older than 5 years (the import age limit) and that it is left-hand drive. Duty is 9%, applied through the port of Callao near Lima.
The process runs in four steps: (1) we prepare the export documents and ship the car; (2) the vehicle clears customs in Callao against the invoice, bill of lading and certificate of origin; (3) you pay the 9% duty plus VAT; and (4) you register the vehicle with Peruvian authorities. You can complete most of steps 3 and 4 through a local customs agent.
Our Peru used car import guide covers the required documents in detail. If you want the full landed cost before you commit, request a quote with your target model and year.
"Peru pairs a moderate 5-year age limit with one of the lowest duty rates on our Latin America route, which makes it a straightforward market once buyers understand the age cutoff. Import rules. Used vehicles must be no older than 5 years at import. Duty is approximately 9% of dec…"Read Full Peru Import Guide →
