American Citizen Services
Warden Messages
May 12, 2008
American citizens traveling to or residing in Peru are advised that the EU- Latin American and Caribbean Summit will be held in Lima from May 13-17. Political demonstrations, labor-related strikes, and marches are expected to occur in Lima and some of the surrounding rural areas between May 12 and 18. Other strikes have been called for in provincial capitals such as Trujillo, Cajamarca, and Arequipa. Such political demonstrations may sometimes affect major highways and can also cause serious disruptions to road transportation within the city of Lima. During this period, expect some street closures and traffic restrictions around hotels and the National Museum. Demonstrations in Peru are often ? but not always ? peaceful, and can escalate into violent confrontations. As a general rule, avoid large crowds and demonstrations. Visitors are encouraged to keep informed by following the local news and consulting hotel personnel and tour guides.
The American Citizen Services office of the U.S. Embassy will remain open during normal business hours during this period.
As always, U.S. citizens are strongly encouraged to maintain a high level of vigilance, be aware of local events, and take the appropriate steps to bolster their personal security. For additional information, please refer to "A Safe Trip Abroad" found at http://travel.state.gov , or contact the U.S. Embassy in Lima, located in Monterrico, a suburb of Lima, at Avenida Encalada, Block Seventeen; telephone 51-1-434-3000 during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.), or 51-1-434-3032 for after-hours emergencies; fax 51-1-618-2397, or 618-2724 (American Citizen Services Unit); Internet web site - http://lima.usembassy.gov.
Updated information on travel in Peru may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the U.S. and Canada, or from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. For further information please consult the Country Specific Information for Peru available via the Internet at http://travel.state.gov. Please also see the current Worldwide Caution.
April 29, 2008
The U.S. Embassy in
Citizens traveling and residing in
| February 27, 2008 | |
| Protest at noon today – downtown Lima | |
| The embassy’s regional security office issued the following notice to embassy personnel on Wednesday February 27, 2008: " The ‘Central de Trabajadores del Perú’ (CGTP), a labor union, will be conducting a march/protest today. Protesters are planning to gather and form at Dos de Mayo Square (downtown Lima) at noon, then they will proceed marching toward the Congress building over Nicolás de Piérola Ave., Paseo de la República Ave., Lampa Street, and Abancay Ave. The police estimate that 5,000 individuals will participate in this protest. This protest may turn violent as marchers move toward the Plaza Bolivar (Congress). There is no indication that this group plans to target U.S. citizens or Embassy employees or facilities. However, mission employees and dependents should be advised to avoid the downtown area of Lima, and should be aware that traffic in the city may be disrupted.” The Embassy reminds American travelers that even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and escalate into violence unexpectedly. During violent demonstrations or law enforcement operations, U.S. citizens are reminded to remain in their homes or hotels, avoid large crowds, and avoid areas where protests are being staged. Since the timing and routes of scheduled marches and demonstrations are always subject to change, U.S. citizens should monitor local media sources for new developments and exercise extreme caution while within the vicinity of any protests. U.S. citizens are strongly encouraged to maintain a high level of vigilance, be aware of local events, and take the appropriate steps to bolster their personal security. For additional information, please refer to "A Safe Trip Abroad" found at http://travel.state.gov , or contact the U.S. Embassy in Lima. The Embassy is located in Monterrico, a suburb of Lima, at Avenida Encalada, Block Seventeen; telephone 51-1-434-3000 during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.), or 51-1-434-3032 for after-hours emergencies; fax 51-1-618-2397, or 618-2724 (American Citizen Services Unit); Internet web site - http://lima.usembassy.gov. The Consular Section is open for American Citizen Services, including registration, from 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. weekdays, excluding U.S. and Peruvian holidays. For further information please consult the Country Specific Information for Peru available via the Internet at http://travel.state.gov. Please also see the current Worldwide Caution. | |
U.S. Embassy Warden Message February 15, 2008 | |
WARDEN MESSAGE U.S. Embassy, Lima, Peru | |


