Peru Calling Code: +51

Complete guide to calling Peru — international dialing code, step-by-step instructions, and FAQ.

How to Call Peru from Abroad

About Peru Calling Code

Peru's international dialing code is +51. This code is assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and must be dialed before the local phone number when calling Peru from another country. Peru is located in South America.

Peru is known locally as Perú — Lima is the capital. When saving an international contact, write the number in full international format with +51 so it works from any country.

Country calling codes (also known as ISD codes or dialing codes) are telephone numbering plan prefixes defined by ITU-T standards E.123 and E.164. Each country is assigned one or more unique prefixes to facilitate international direct dialing.

Where the +51 Calling Code Is Used

The country code +51 is assigned to Peru, located in South America, with the capital Lima. This code is part of the international telephony numbering plan and is used for all calls made to Peru from outside the country.

When you see a phone number written as +51 ..., the +51 prefix tells your telephone network to route the call to Peru's national telephone network. After the country code, you dial the local area code (dropping any leading 0) and the subscriber number. The same format applies whether you are calling a landline or a mobile phone.

Country codes are allocated by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU-T Recommendation E.164) and are grouped by geographic region. Calling codes starting with 5 are generally assigned to the region around Peru, in South America. When a phone number is stored internationally, the leading zeros of the domestic area code are omitted after the country code — this is why you will often see numbers written as +51 followed directly by the area code and number.

Peru Phone Number Formats

Phone numbers in Peru follow the ITU E.164 international format: country code + area code + subscriber number. Below is the general structure used for both landlines and mobile numbers.

Most countries use a closed or open telephone numbering plan. In an open plan, the length of local numbers varies and the trunk prefix (usually 0) is dropped when dialing internationally. In a closed plan, all national numbers have a fixed length regardless of area. When dialing Peru from abroad, always replace the leading trunk zero with the country code +51.

Time Zone in Peru

Peru is in the America/Lima time zone, which is UTC-05:00 relative to Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). If you are calling from a different time zone, remember to account for the time difference when scheduling your international call.

When planning a call to Peru, the time difference matters: a good time to reach businesses in Lima, the capital, during their working hours may be early morning or late evening in your own time zone. Many international callers use the UTC offset as a quick reference to avoid calling in the middle of the night.

Some countries observe daylight saving time (DST), which shifts the local clock by one hour during summer months. If Peru uses DST, the effective offset changes twice a year — check the current UTC offset before dialing if your call is time-sensitive. For most purposes, however, the standard offset shown above is sufficient.

Emergency Numbers in Peru

If you need urgent help while in Peru, dial the local emergency numbers below. Note that these numbers are only for use inside Peru.

Service	Number
Police	105
Fire	116
Ambulance	106

Example: Calling Peru Numbers in Practice

Here is how a typical call to Peru works, depending on where you are calling from:

If the number you are calling has a domestic trunk prefix (often 0) in front of the area code, omit it when dialing from abroad. The country code +51 replaces the trunk prefix entirely.

Calling Peru from Major Countries

International exit codes differ by country. Use this reference when dialing Peru (+51) from abroad:

Calling From	Exit Code	Full International Dialing
United States	011	011 51 [local number]
United Kingdom	00	00 51 [local number]
Australia	0011	0011 51 [local number]
China	00	00 51 [local number]
Japan	010	010 51 [local number]
India	00	00 51 [local number]
Germany	00	00 51 [local number]
France	00	00 51 [local number]

On mobile phones, the + symbol replaces the exit code entirely — just dial +51 followed by the local number.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the calling code for Peru?

The international calling code for Peru is +51.

How do I call Peru from the United States?

Dial 011 (US exit code), then +51, then the local phone number.

How do I call Peru from the United Kingdom?

Dial 00 (UK exit code), then +51, then the local phone number.

Can I use the + symbol instead of the exit code?

Yes! On mobile phones you can dial +51 directly followed by the local number. The + symbol automatically replaces your country's exit code.

How do I call within Peru?

If you're already in Peru, simply dial the local number directly. You do not need to use the country code +51 for domestic calls.

What is the capital of Peru?

The capital of Peru is Lima. When calling the capital from abroad, dial +51 followed by the local area code (without the leading 0) and the number.

What are the emergency numbers in Peru?

Police: 105, Fire: 116, Ambulance: 106. These numbers are only valid inside Peru.

Other Countries in South America

Nearby countries and their calling codes:

Calling Peru from Argentina or Brazil works the same way: dial your local exit code first, then +51, then the local number. Within South America, many callers simply use the + symbol on mobile to avoid exit-code differences.