U.S. Embassy in Peru
Recent News About U.S. Embassy in Peru
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U.S. congressional delegation meets Peruvian president to discuss economic partnership
A bipartisan delegation from the U.S. House of Representatives, led by House Committee on Financial Services Chairman French Hill (R-AR), met with Peruvian President Dina Boluarte and several high-ranking officials in Lima on August 1, 2025.
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Demonstrations planned in Lima around Independence Day may disrupt transport
Multiple organizations in Peru have announced plans for strikes and demonstrations around the Peruvian Independence Day weekend.
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Tsunami alert issued for Peru’s coast after earthquake near Kamchatka
A tsunami alert has been issued for the entire coast of Peru, from La Cruz in the north to Ilo in the south, following an 8.8 magnitude earthquake off the coast of Kamchatka, Russia, on July 29, 2025.
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U.S. congratulates Peru on 204th independence anniversary, highlights partnership
The United States has extended congratulations to Peru on the occasion of its 204th anniversary of independence.
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U.S. Embassy warns citizens amid CONFEMIN protests in Peru
The U.S. Embassy in Lima is closely monitoring ongoing protests led by the National Confederation of Small-scale and Artisanal Mining of Peru (CONFEMIN) at the Congress of the Republic.
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Secretary Rubio emphasizes historical significance in Fourth of July speech
On July 4, 2025, Secretary Rubio delivered remarks celebrating the United States' Independence Day.
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U.S. citizens in Peru redirected to Buenos Aires for social security services
Effective July 1, 2025, U.S. citizens residing in Peru who need social security services or have inquiries about their benefits will now be directed to the Federal Benefits Unit (FBU) located in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
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U.S. Department of State issues worldwide caution amid Israel-Iran conflict
The ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran has led to travel disruptions and occasional airspace closures throughout the Middle East.
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New Jorge Chávez International Airport set to open June 1
The Peruvian Ministry of Transport and Communications has announced that operations at Lima's airport will transition to the new Jorge Chávez International Airport in Callao on June 1, 2025.
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Visa restrictions imposed on foreign nationals censoring Americans
On May 28, 2025, Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced a new visa restriction policy targeting foreign nationals who engage in censorship activities against Americans.
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U.S. Social Security services available in Lima from June 9 to June 12
The U.S. Embassy in Lima has announced that representatives from the Social Security Administration’s Regional Federal Benefits Office will be visiting Lima, Peru.
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US issues updated travel advisory for specific regions in Peru
The United States has reissued its travel advisory for Peru, urging travelers to exercise increased caution due to crime, civil unrest, and the risk of kidnapping.
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U.S. Embassy in Lima announces online auction of surplus government property
The U.S. Embassy in Lima is set to hold an online auction from May 30 to June 1, 2025.
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General strike planned in Peru on May 14 amid protests against crime
Transportation unions, student groups, merchants, and other workers' unions in Peru have announced a nationwide general strike on May 14, 2025.
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U.S Embassy announces funding opportunity for AI-focused conference in Peru
The U.S. Embassy in Lima, Peru, has announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for a national conference focusing on the strategic role of technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), in Peru's future.
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Arequipa airport operations suspended due to security incident
Operations at Alfredo Rodriguez Ballon Airport in Arequipa, Peru, have been halted temporarily due to the investigation of a suspicious package.
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DHS launches travel aid and stipend program for voluntary self-deportation
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has introduced a new initiative aimed at facilitating the voluntary self-deportation of illegal aliens through financial and travel assistance.
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U.S. issues travel health notice for parts of Peru amid rising yellow fever cases
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 2 Travel Health Notice for parts of South America, including specific areas in Peru, due to an increase in yellow fever cases.
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27 linked to Tren de Aragua charged with transnational crimes in US and Peru
In a major legal development, 27 individuals with alleged ties to the Tren de Aragua criminal network face serious charges in the Southern District of New York.
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U.S. Embassy Lima invites applications for FY25 small grants funding
The U.S. Embassy Lima has announced the opportunity for small grants funding through its FY25 Annual Program Statement.