State of emergency declared in tourist destination as uk visitors urged caution

THE FOREIGN OFFICE HAS ISSUED UPDATED INFORMATION ON THE STATE OF EMERGENCY IN PARTS OF PERU 11:40, 30 May 2025 UK Tourists heading for a Peruvian adventure are advised to take caution by

the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), following Peru's recent declaration of a "state of emergency" across the regions of Lima and Callao due to

heightened security concerns. According to the latest FCDO advisory, "The Peruvian government has declared a State of Emergency until 17 June in the regions of Lima and Callao following

security issues." The alert specifies that "In Lima the measure applies to the following districts: Ate, Carabayllo, Comas, Puente Piedra, San Martín de Porres, San Juan de

Lurigancho, Villa María del Triunfo and Villa El Salvador." Under this emergency protocol, it is reported that "This will see the police and army working together, and permit the

restriction of some constitutional rights, for example, the police will be able to detain people without a judicial order if they deem it necessary." A worrying spate of crime has led

to such heavy-handed measures, with the period from January to mid-March witnessing a staggering count of over 549 murders within the troubled regions, reports Birmingham Live. The

escalation in violence, mainly attributed to gangs targeting sectors including transport, has compelled the government to take these severe steps. _READ THE BIGGEST STORIES IN WALES FIRST BY

__SIGNING UP TO OUR DAILY NEWSLETTER HERE_ Travellers to Peru are reminded by the FCDO that military and law enforcement agencies have joined forces and may suspend certain constitutional

liberties during this time. As cautioned by the FCDO, "For example, the police will be able to detain people without a judicial order if they deem it necessary,". Following the

declaration of a state of emergency by President Dina Boluarte's government on Monday, a decree was published encompassing both Lima and the nearby Callao. Travel and Tour World have

warned: "Peru is still a dream destination for many. But as British tourists consider their summer plans, realism must match the romance. Until conditions stabilize, avoiding Lima and

Callao is not just recommended-it's essential. "Stay tuned for updates. Monitor official channels. And if you're traveling to Peru, make your itinerary work for you-not

against your safety." Article continues below