Peru (PE)
Peru combines world-class food, ancient Inca heritage, Pacific coastline, Amazon rainforest, Andean cities and one of Latin America's lower cost-of-living profiles.
Capital: Lima
Region: Americas
Language: Spanish
Currency: PEN (S/)
Cost of living: Very affordable (index 30)
Emergency: 105
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Emergency Numbers
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General Emergency
911 in some areas, but keep specialised national numbers saved
Police
105
Fire Brigade
116
Ambulance
106 (SAMU where available) / private ambulance numbers in Lima
Poison Control
Call nearest emergency hospital or 106 for SAMU guidance
Mental Health
113 Salud, option for mental health guidance where available
Domestic Violence
Linea 100
Child Protection
Linea 100
Road Assistance
Touring y Automovil Club del Peru or insurer roadside service
How to call emergency services in Peru
In a serious emergency call 105 for police or 116 for firefighters, then contact your private insurer or clinic if medically stable. In rural and mountain areas, response times can be long; carry offline contacts.