Healthcare
Peru — Healthcare: Public Healthcare
Health system indicators for Peru, from World Bank Open Data: current health expenditure 5.6 % of GDP (2023); government share of current health expenditure 64 % (2023); out-of-pocket share of current health expenditure 27 % (2023); physicians 1.7 per 1,000 people (2023); hospital beds 1.6 per 1,000 people (2023); life expectancy at birth 77.9 years (2024).
VerifiedGovernment / official sourceWorld Bank — World Development Indicators (World Bank Open Data)Last reviewed: 2026-10-18
Key facts
- Current health expenditure: 5.6 % of GDP (2023)
- Government share of current health expenditure: 64 % (2023)
- Out-of-pocket share of current health expenditure: 27 % (2023)
- Physicians: 1.7 per 1,000 people (2023)
- Hospital beds: 1.6 per 1,000 people (2023)
- Life expectancy at birth: 77.9 years (2024)
Steps
- Eligibility and Enrollment — The eligibility criteria and enrollment process for SIS are unclear and may depend on various factors, including income level, family size, and prior health insurance.
- Accessing Public Healthcare — Citizens and legal residents can access public healthcare services by visiting a SIS-approved medical facility or seeking assistance from a health center.
Costs
- Registration or enrollment fee: uncertain
Timelines
- Processing time for SIS application: varies
Required documents
- Identification documents (e.g., DNI, passport)
- Proof of income or employment
- Prior medical records (if applicable)
Common mistakes
- Believing SIS is mandatory or provides comprehensive coverage for all residents.
- Assuming that public healthcare services are readily available in all regions.
What these figures do not cover
These are national statistics. Who is eligible for the public system, how a foreign resident enrols, what it costs and waiting times are not covered here.