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Virtual phone number in Peru

Have your own phone number in Peru for a few dollars per month. Incoming calls can be forwarded anywhere worldwide at the cost of a local call.

In this article we will explain how it works and how you can get a virtual phone number in Peru now.

GET A PHONE NUMBER IN PERU

Peru landscape — mountain under gray clouds

A virtual number is a real phone number

A virtual phone number is actually a normal, real phone number. The only difference is that a virtual number isn't connected to any physical phone line or to any SIM-card. You can make and answer calls with free apps for Android and iOS or your laptop. People calling your virtual phone number in Peru will have the same experience as if calling a regular local number.

Available number types

Geographic, national, and mobile numbers are available in Peru.

  • Geographic numbers — tied to a specific city in Peru.
  • National numbers — reachable nationwide, not tied to a region.
  • Mobile numbers — mobile-prefix numbers (not connected to a SIM card).

Peruvian architecture

Who can buy a phone number in Peru?

Anyone in the world can buy a virtual phone number in Peru. We are required by our providers to know who our subscribers are. Due to this, you may be required to submit identification and address documentation. See the Restrictions & Compliance section below for details.

What does it cost?

The cost for having a virtual phone number in Peru is based on the following components.

  • Monthly cost Varies by number type.
  • Calls and call forwarding Costs as a local call.
  • Optional add-on services Voice response, call recording requires that you have a paid plan (starts at $9.95 per user and month).

GET A PHONE NUMBER IN PERU

Llama on a hillside in Peru

Are there any limitations?

Yes, there are different limitations, dependent on what type of subscription you have.

Restrictions & Compliance

For general limitations and address requirements, see Phone number limitations.

  • For Geographical and Toll-free numbers in Peru, the end user's name, contact number & communication address (anywhere in the world) are required along with a copy of a photo ID and address proof.

Service Restriction(s):

  • No CLI guaranteed.
  • Number portability is not available.
  • SMS-to-email is not supported.

Local NRA:

  • Organismo Supervisor de Inversion Privada en Telecomunicaciones (OSPITEL) Telephone: +51 1 421 4152 Website: http://www.osiptel.gob.pe

Photos by McKayla Crump, Seiji Seiji, and Sofia Guaico on Unsplash.

Virtual phone number in Peru