The Central Bank of Peru published updated remittance statistics showing transfers sent by Peruvians abroad totalled USD 1,341 million in the second quarter of 2025, the highest nominal level recorded since the series began, and 8.3% higher than the same quarter of 2024. The United States remained the main country of origin for remittances, which were equivalent to 1.7% of GDP in the quarter, similar to the ratio in the same period a year earlier.
Central Bank of Peru 2025-08-24
Central Bank of Peru reports remittances rose 8.3% to a record USD 1.341bn in Q2 2025
The Central Bank of Peru reported that remittances sent by Peruvians abroad reached USD 1,341 million in Q2 2025, marking the highest nominal level since records began and an 8.3% increase from Q2 2024. The United States remained the primary source of these remittances, which accounted for 1.7% of GDP, consistent with the previous year.