Overview
The Embassy of the People's Republic of China in Lima manages one of China's oldest and deepest bilateral relationships in Latin America. China is Peru's largest trading partner — the China-Peru Free Trade Agreement (2009) and its upgrade (2024) underpin a trade relationship dominated by Peruvian mineral exports (copper, zinc, lead, iron ore, gold) and Chinese imports of electronics, machinery and consumer goods. Peru has one of the largest Chinese-descent communities (tusán) in Latin America, tracing back to the nineteenth-century coolie labour migration. The consular section operates from a separate address at Calle Carlos Porras Osores 419, San Isidro.
Visa Services
The consular section processes visa applications for Peruvian citizens. Hours: Monday to Friday 09:30–12:00 (visa and notarisation submissions), 15:30–17:00 (document collection). Inquiries: 11:00–13:00 and 15:00–17:00. Consular section: Calle Carlos Porras Osores 419, San Isidro.
Consular Services
Passport renewal, travel documents, notarial services, document legalisation and emergency assistance for Chinese nationals in Peru.
Trade & Export Support
Peru exports copper, zinc, lead, iron ore, gold, fishmeal and agricultural products to China. The China-Peru FTA provides preferential tariff access. Chinese investment in Peruvian mining, port infrastructure (Chancay megaport) and energy is extensive and growing.
Cultural & Educational Programs
The embassy supports the Confucius Institute network in Peru and Chinese language education. Peru's tusán (Chinese-descent) community — one of the largest in Latin America — maintains cultural traditions including chifa cuisine (Peruvian-Chinese fusion). Cultural exchange includes the Chinese Cultural Centre and academic scholarship programmes.
Service Area
The embassy covers the Republic of Peru.
Appointment Information
Consular section: Calle Carlos Porras Osores 419, San Isidro. Hours: Monday to Friday 09:30–12:00 (submissions), 15:30–17:00 (collection). Phone: +51 1 422 8251.