How do I call Peru from South Africa?

To call Peru from South Africa, dial the exit code 00, followed by the country code +51, then the phone number. For example, to call the number 912 345 678, you would dial: 00 51 912 345 678.

What is the country calling code for Peru when calling from South Africa?

The country calling code for Peru is +51. To call Peru from South Africa, dial +51 followed by the local phone number.

What timezone is Peru in?

Peru is in the UTC-05:00 timezone.

What currency is used in Peru?

The official currency of Peru is the Peruvian sol (S/ ). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of Peru?

The capital city of Peru is Lima. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

How do I make cheap calls to Peru when calling from South Africa?

To make affordable calls to Peru from South Africa, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +51 followed by the local number. No app download required, and our rates are significantly cheaper than traditional phone carriers.

How much does it cost to call Peru when calling from South Africa?

CallTuv offers competitive rates for calls to Peru from South Africa. Rates vary depending on whether you're calling a mobile or landline number. Check our rates page for the most up-to-date pricing.

What is the best time to call Peru from South Africa?

The capital-to-capital time gap is 7h destination behind. A practical window in South Africa is 16:00-23:59 and 00:00-01:00 local time, which maps to standard business hours in Peru.

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How to Call Peru from South Africa

Calling Peru from South Africa: 00 51 [local number].

Peru Country Code: +51

ISO: PE

PER

Quick answer

To call Peru from South Africa, dial 00, then 51, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 00 51 912 345 678.

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Dialing format

00 51 912 345 678

Exit code • Country code • Local number

Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Peru correctly helps your conversation start smoothly. This guide covers the essential dialing steps, including country and area codes that are easy to miss. By the end, you’ll be ready to connect confidently with anyone in Peru - whether you’re calling Lima or anywhere else.

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

Follow these simple steps to make a call to Peru from South Africa

International Guide

Dial the exit code for South Africa

Start by dialing 00 (or use + on mobile). This is the international dialing prefix for South Africa.

Add Peru's country code

Dial the country code +51 for Peru.

Enter the local phone number

Dial the local phone number in Peru (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).

Complete dialing format

Full format: 00 51 [local number] - For example: 00 51 612 345 678

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International Dialing Format

0051912 345 678

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

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+51912 345 678

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Calling Peru from South Africa: Calling Code, Local Time & More

Calling Code

+51

Capital of Peru

Lima

Region

Americas (South America)

Currency of Peru

Peruvian sol (S/ )

Peru Time Zones

UTC-05:00

Current time

Your time

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Peru at a Glance

Peru, located in South America, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Lima, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 34M.

The official currency is the Peruvian sol (S/ ). When calling Peru, the country code is +51. The country observes the UTC-05:00 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include Aymara, Quechua, Spanish.

Destination Calling Profile: Peru

Population

34M

Population Rank

#41 of 230

Language Footprint

Aymara, Quechua, Spanish

Time Zone Footprint

UTC-05:00

City/Area Code Coverage

15 locations listed

Dial Code Status

Exclusive code in dataset

Peru currently has a 9-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +51.

Route Profile: South Africa to Peru

Exit Code in South Africa

00 (dial 00 (or + from mobile))

South Africa Country Code

+27

Route Dialing Pattern

00 51 912 345 678

Capital Time Difference

7h destination behind

Best Calling Window (Origin Time)

16:00-23:59 and 00:00-01:00

Currency Pair

South African rand (R) -> Peruvian sol (S/ )

Primary languages: South Africa (Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Southern Sotho, Swazi, Tswana, Tsonga, Venda, Xhosa, Zulu) and Peru (Aymara, Quechua, Spanish).

Shared language overlap: No direct overlap in primary language list. Primary timezones: South Africa (UTC+02:00) and Peru (UTC-05:00).

Detailed route planning

Route planning details: South Africa to Peru

Use this route profile to plan a real call from South Africa to Peru, including the exit code, destination country code, time difference, and local context.

From

South Africa

Peru

South Africa exit code: 00Peru calling code: +51Time difference: 7h destination behind

For dialing this route, callers in South Africa usually start with 00 or the plus sign, then dial +51 before the local Peru number.

South Africa's primary timezone in this dataset is UTC+02:00, while Peru's is UTC-05:00. A practical origin-time calling window is 16:00-23:59 or 00:00-01:00.

Dialing from South Africa

South Africa callers are represented by ZA/ZAF, with Pretoria as a capital reference point, Southern Africa, 63M people, South African rand (R), and primary language context of Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Southern Sotho +6 more.

Origin exit prefix: 00 or + from mobile. Origin country code: +27. Origin time zones: UTC+02:00.

Peru dialing details

Peru is represented here by PE/PER, Lima, South America, about 34M people, Peruvian sol (S/ ), and primary language context of Aymara, Quechua, Spanish.

Destination calling code: +51. Destination time zones: UTC-05:00. Rate check: check live price before dialing.

South Africa to Peru call planning

This route combines South Africa's outbound dialing rules with Peru's destination numbering and local schedule. The primary timezone relationship is 7h destination behind, and the recommended origin-time window is 16:00-23:59 or 00:00-01:00.

Dialing sequence: 00 51 local number. Business-hour window: 16:00-23:59 or 00:00-01:00. Time relationship: 7h destination behind.

Destination market: Peru is in South America, with Lima as a main administrative center. Calls from South Africa may reach family, companies, banks, hotels, clinics, or public offices across a market of about 34M. Primary language context: Aymara, Quechua, Spanish. Local billing and everyday prices use Peruvian sol (S/ ).

Route context: South Africa is listed in Southern Africa with a population of about 63M; Peru is listed in South America with about 34M. The main listed languages differ: South Africa (Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele +8 more) and Peru (Aymara, Quechua, Spanish). Currency context also changes across the route: South African rand (R) in South Africa and Peruvian sol (S/ ) in Peru.

From South Africa, the conventional international prefix is 00; mobile callers can usually use +, then +51, then the Peru local number.Pretoria to Lima has a 7h destination behind time relationship, so check the destination workday before placing business or support calls.Peru language context: Aymara, Quechua, Spanish. Keep this in mind when calling businesses, hotels, banks, or local services.For Peru, check whether you are calling a landline or mobile number because those prices can differ; current context: check live price before dialing.

City & Area Codes for Peru

15 Locations

City / Region	Area Code	Full Dialing Pattern
Arequipa	51-54	+51-54 [local number]
Ayacucho	51-64	+51-64 [local number]
Cajamarca	51-44	+51-44 [local number]
Callao	51-14	+51-14 [local number]
Chiclayo	51-74	+51-74 [local number]
Chimbote	51-44	+51-44 [local number]
Cuzco	51-84	+51-84 [local number]
Huancavelica	51-6495	+51-6495 [local number]
Huancayo	51-64	+51-64 [local number]
Ica	51-34	+51-34 [local number]
Iquitos	51-94	+51-94 [local number]
Lima	51-1	+51-1 [local number]
Piura	51-74	+51-74 [local number]
Tacna	51-54	+51-54 [local number]
Trujillo	51-44	+51-44 [local number]

Area codes are typically followed by the subscriber number.