PLANT QUARANTINE IMPORT RESTRICTIONS 
OF THE 
■-■■ REPUBLIC OF PERU 
BASIC LEGISLATION 
Law No. 1221 of December 20, 1909. 
The Junta de Sanidaa Vegetal, by Supreme Decree No. l3l of 
June 1, 1920, is empowered to promulgate and enforce laws 
and regulations for the protection of national agricultural 
interests . 
SUMMARY 
General Entry Provisions 
1. Shipment of seeds, living plants or parts of plants, and 
fresh fruits and vegetables, for entry into Peru, must be 
supported by the following: 
a. Phytosanitary certificate issued by competent authority 
(Federal or State) and certificate of origin (by shipper) 
endorsed by local authorities. (See par. 6, p. 3.) 
b. Import permit (listing any special requirements applicable) 
issued in advance of exportation. (See par. 5, P- 3-) 
c. Consular invoice for cargo or parcel post packages. (See 
par. 7, p. k.) 
Authorized ports of entry are as follows: Callao and Iquitos for 
general cargoes and mail; Callao only for flaxseed, fruits and 
vegetables; and Lima for mail only. Entry at other ports may 
also be authorized in special cases. (See par. 9, P- ^. ) 
Importation Prohibited 
2. Importation of the following articles is prohibited, except 
as noted : 
a. BANANA PLANTS ( Musa spp.) and parts thereof, except the 
fruits. (See par. 15, p. 6.) 
b. COFFEE ( Coffea spp. ) plants and parts thereof, including 
the seedsT ("See par. 17, p. 6. ) 
