How to Call Peru from the US [A 2024 Guide]

To dial Peru from the US, you must press the US exit code (011), Peru’s country code (51), the 1 to 2-digit area code of the recipient's location, and their phone number.
 

• Step 1: Dial the USA exit code 011.
• Step 2: Enter Peru’s country code, i.e., 51.
• Step 3: Dial the 1-2-digit area code of a recipient's specific region.
• Step 4: Enter the 6 to 7-digit recipient’s landline number.

So, the landline number format will be “011-51-area code-landline number.” For example, if you want to call your recipient in Lima with the number “2345678,” you must press “011-51-1-2345678,” where “1” is the area code of Lima in Peru.

To dial Peru’s cell phone number from the US, enter the exit code of the US, ‘011’, Peru’s country code, ‘51’, the mobile prefix (9), and the nine-digit mobile number.
 

• Step 1: Enter the United States exit code (011).
• Step 2: Dial the (51) country code of Peru.
• Step 3: Dial the prefix (9) for mobile numbers in Peru.
• Step 4: Enter the nine digits of a cell phone number.

Hence, your mobile number format will be “011-51-Mobile code(9)-Mobile number.” For instance, if you want to call someone with a mobile number “3456-78912,” you must press “011-51-9-3456-78912.”

Note: You can use “+” as an exit code instead of “011” while dialing using mobile as “+51-9-3456-78912.” 

To make calls to Peru’s landline number, you must include the area code of the recipient's location, as this helps route calls to that specific area.

Meanwhile, area codes in Peru consist of only one to two digits, which is unlikely to be the case in most countries around the globe. Here, Callao and the capital city, Lima, have a one-digit area code, whereas other regions have two.

Some of the popular calling codes for Peru are:
 

Peru and the US are geographically in different locations, so they follow different time zones. While the US alone follows nine different time zones, Peru has one. So, while making calls, you should consider the time zone difference to ensure your calls are timely and convenient.
 

The table below shows the best time to call someone in Peru from the USA:
 

Note: The information above is based on standard time. It might differ by a few hours during daylight saving time.

The cost of calling Peru from the United States generally depends on how you intend to call and your service providers. If you use conventional calling methods, the price can range between $1.00 and $2.00 per minute. This practice may seem costly for someone who makes frequent calls.

Using OTT (over-the-top) platforms like WhatsApp, Viber, Facetime, etc., to make a call significantly reduces the call. However, in this method, both call participants must be on the same platform, and it is inconvenient when making calls to phone numbers.

Calling Peru from the US doesn’t have to be complicated. By following the simple dialing steps and considering budget-friendly options, you can easily connect with your loved ones and business partners.

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To text Peru from the US, you will need to dial (+51 1 1234567) in the correct format. This ensures that your message reaches your recipient in Peru.

To call a cell phone in Peru, you must dial your country’s exit code, Peru’s entry code 51, prefix number 9 or city code, and your receiver's mobile phone number, e.g., 011-5109-87654321.

You can use a US cell phone number to enable or activate global roaming in Peru.

The +51 area code is the country code of Peru. When dialing from abroad, you need to enter this code after their exit code to connect to an individual or business in Peru.