Can I use my cell phone in Peru?

You can use your cell phone in Peru if it’s a GSM (Global Systems for Mobiles) phone. Before you leave for Peru, alert your operator and ask for international roaming to be activated. Do note, however, that charges can be high.

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An alternative is renting a phone. You can rent phones from a number of places in Peru, including car-rental agencies and at kiosks in the airport. Renting a cell phone will cost you about US$10 per month and all incoming calls are free. Domestic calls cost around US$0.70/minute, and international calls cost around US$1.50/minute. You can also buy a cell phone for around US$30.

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