Visa requirements

Peru

General visa requirements for travelling to Peru. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.

Have a specific passport country? Check your specific route.

Tourist visa (Tourist Visa-Free - China, India, Macau (Special))

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Visa free

Maximum stay: 180 days
Fee: Free
Entry: Multiple entry

Citizens of Mainland China, India, and Macau may enter Peru without a visa for tourist or business trips of up to 180 days IF they have a valid visa or resident permit from Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, United States or Schengen Area.

Eligibility

Nationality
Must hold valid visa or resident permit from Australia, Canada, UK, USA, or Schengen Area

Eligible countries: China, India, Macao
Visa history
Must possess valid visa or resident permit from Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, United States or Schengen Area

Required history: Valid visa/permit from AU, CA, GB, US, or Schengen

Documents you need

Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
Previous visa copies
Must include rejections: No; Years back: 0

How to apply

Document gathering
Prepare passport and proof of valid visa/resident permit from Australia, Canada, UK, US, or Schengen Area
Processing wait
Enter Peru at airport or border with supporting documents

Tourist visa (Tourist Visa-Free - Andean Community)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Visa free

Maximum stay: 183 days
Fee: Free
Entry: Multiple entry

Andean Community members (Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador) can enter Peru with national ID card instead of passport under the Andean Immigration Statute.

Eligibility

Nationality
Nationals and permanent residents of Andean Community countries

Eligible countries: Bolivia (Plurinational State of), Colombia, Ecuador

How to apply

Document gathering
Prepare national ID card or passport
Processing wait
Enter Peru at airport or border

Student visa (Resident Student Visa)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Embassy required

Maximum stay: 365 days
Processing time: 15-20 business days
Fee: $30 USD
Validity: 1 year, renewable annually
Entry: Multiple entry

For studies lasting longer than 12 months. Valid for one year and renewable annually. After approval, must obtain Carné de Extranjería.

Eligibility

Purpose of visit
Long-term studies at recognized Peruvian educational institution for 12+ months
Includes
- University studies
- degree programs
Financial
Must demonstrate sufficient financial resources for entire study period

Minimum funds: Amount sufficient for full study duration

Documents you need

Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
Photo
Count: 3; Specifications: Passport-size, white background
Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements, scholarship letter, sponsor affidavit; Minimum amount: Sufficient funds for duration of studies
Admission letter
Must be notarized: No; Must be original: Yes; Must show program dates: Yes
Police clearance
Validity months: 6
Academic transcript
Provide academic records for the course, qualification or training route.

Must be notarized: Yes; Must be translated: Yes
Proof of enrollment
Provide proof of enrolment or admission from the school, university or training provider.

Must be current: Yes; Must be original: Yes

How to apply

Document submission
Submit application at Peruvian embassy or Migraciones
Fee payment
Pay visa processing fee
Processing wait
Wait for visa approval
Visa collection
Receive visa and apply for Carné de Extranjería within 30 days of arrival

Work / Immigration visa (Temporary Work Visa)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Embassy required

Maximum stay: 183 days
Processing time: 30-45 days
Fee: $30 USD
Validity: Duration of work contract, up to 183 days
Entry: Multiple entry

For short-term employment contracts under 12 months. Employer must ensure at least 80% of workforce is Peruvian nationals. Ministry of Labor must approve contract before visa application.

Eligibility

Employment
Must have approved work contract with Peruvian company for less than 12 months

Required status: Employment contract approved by Ministry of Labor

Documents you need

Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
Photo
Count: 3; Specifications: Passport-size, white background
Police clearance
Validity months: 6
Medical certificate
Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.

Required tests: General health examination; Validity months: 3
Work contract
Provide a signed job offer, contract or assignment letter showing the role, dates and employer.

Must be notarized: Yes; Must be translated: Yes
Prior approval
Approval number: Required; Approving authority: Peruvian Ministry of Labor

How to apply

Document gathering
Employer submits work contract to Ministry of Labor for approval
Processing wait
Wait for Ministry of Labor approval
Document submission
Submit visa application at Peruvian embassy with all documents
Fee payment
Pay visa processing fee
Visa collection
Collect passport with work visa

Journalist visa (Journalist Visa)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Embassy required

Maximum stay: 90 days
Processing time: 7-14 business days
Fee: Free
Validity: 1 year, renewable
Entry: Multiple entry

Foreign journalists must obtain this visa for professional activities in Peru. Free of charge. Valid for one year with multiple entries. Maximum 90 days per visit or total 90 days in 6 months. Equipment importation form required for tax exemption.

Eligibility

Employment
Must be accredited journalist working for news agency, publication, radio, television, or similar media

Required status: Employed journalist with media accreditation

Documents you need

Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: Passport-size, color, white background, no glasses
Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.

Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: No
Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes
Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

Form name: Peruvian and Foreign Press Accreditation Form; Form url: https://www.consulado.pe/es/estocolmo/tramite/Paginas/Visas/Issuance-of-Journalist-Visa.aspx

How to apply

Document gathering
Prepare passport, photos, return ticket, equipment importation form if needed
Document submission
Submit application at Peruvian Consular Office
Processing wait
Wait for visa processing (free of charge)
Visa collection
Collect passport with journalist visa

Student visa (Temporary Student Visa)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Embassy required

Maximum stay: 180 days
Processing time: 15-20 business days
Fee: $30 USD
Validity: 90-180 days, extendable
Entry: Single entry

For studies or internships lasting less than 12 months. Usually issued for 90 days, can be extended for another 90 days. Visa can be renewed every 3 months at Migraciones.

Eligibility

Purpose of visit
Studies or unpaid internship/apprenticeship at Peruvian educational institution or company
Includes
- Studies
- internship
- apprenticeship
Financial
Must demonstrate sufficient financial resources to fund studies or internship in Peru

Minimum funds: Amount sufficient for study duration

Documents you need

Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
Photo
Count: 3; Specifications: Passport-size, white background
Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements, scholarship letter, sponsor affidavit; Minimum amount: Sufficient funds for duration of studies
Admission letter
Must be notarized: No; Must be original: Yes; Must show program dates: Yes
Academic transcript
Provide academic records for the course, qualification or training route.

Must be notarized: No; Must be translated: Yes
Proof of enrollment
Provide proof of enrolment or admission from the school, university or training provider.

Must be current: Yes; Must be original: Yes

How to apply

Document submission
Submit application at Peruvian embassy with all documents
Fee payment
Pay visa processing fee
Processing wait
Wait for visa processing
Visa collection
Collect passport with student visa

Business visa (Business Embassy Visa)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Embassy required

Maximum stay: 183 days
Processing time: 10-15 business days
Fee: $30 USD
Validity: 6 months from issue date
Entry: Multiple entry

Even visa-free countries like USA, Canada, UK must obtain a business visa to legally enter into contracts or agreements in Peru. All business visas are multiple entry and valid for 183 days.

Eligibility

Purpose of visit
Business meetings, negotiations, contract signing, trade activities
Includes
- Business meetings
- negotiations
- contracts
- trade
Employment
Must be employed or representing a company for business purposes

Required status: Employed or business representative

Documents you need

Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
Photo
Count: 3; Specifications: 4.3 x 3.5 cm, white background, no glasses
Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.

Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: No
Invitation letter
Host requirements: Signed letter from Peruvian company or organization, in Spanish, explaining purpose and duration of visit
Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

Form name: DGC 005 Form; Form url: https://www.consulado.pe/es/nuevadelhi/tramite/Paginas/Visas/Issuance-of-Business-Visa.aspx

How to apply

Document gathering
Gather passport, photos, invitation letter from Peruvian company, employment letter
Document submission
Submit application in person at Peruvian embassy or consulate
Interview
Attend personal interview at embassy
Fee payment
Pay visa processing fee
Processing wait
Wait for visa processing
Visa collection
Collect passport with business visa

Tourist visa (Tourist Visa-Free - Schengen Countries (Limited))

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Visa free

Maximum stay: 90 days
Fee: Free
Validity: 90 days in any 180-day period
Entry: Multiple entry

Schengen States nationals are allowed to stay for up to 90 days within a 180-day period, as excluded from the general 183-day rule.

Eligibility

Purpose of visit
Tourism, recreation, and family visits
Includes
- Tourism
- recreation
- family visits

Documents you need

Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6

How to apply

Document gathering
Prepare valid passport with at least 6 months validity
Processing wait
Enter Peru at airport or border

Work / Immigration visa (Resident Work Visa)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Embassy required

Maximum stay: 365 days
Processing time: 30-45 days
Fee: $30 USD
Validity: 1 year, renewable annually
Entry: Multiple entry

For long-term employment contracts of 12 months or more. After approval, visa holder must obtain Carné de Extranjería (foreign resident ID) from Migraciones within 30 days of arrival.

Eligibility

Employment
Must have approved work contract with Peruvian company for 12 months or longer. Employer must maintain 80% Peruvian workforce.

Required status: Long-term employment contract approved by Ministry of Labor

Documents you need

Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
Photo
Count: 3; Specifications: Passport-size, white background
Police clearance
Validity months: 6
Medical certificate
Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.

Required tests: General health examination; Validity months: 3
Academic transcript
Provide academic records for the course, qualification or training route.

Must be notarized: Yes; Must be translated: Yes
Work contract
Provide a signed job offer, contract or assignment letter showing the role, dates and employer.

Must be notarized: Yes; Must be translated: Yes
Prior approval
Approval number: Required; Approving authority: Peruvian Ministry of Labor

How to apply

Document gathering
Employer registers work contract with Ministry of Labor
Processing wait
Wait for Ministry of Labor approval
Document submission
Submit visa application at Peruvian immigration or embassy
Biometrics
Attend biometric appointment scheduled by Migraciones
Fee payment
Pay visa processing fee
Visa collection
Receive approval and obtain Carné de Extranjería within 30 days of arrival in Peru

Diplomatic visa (Diplomatic/Official Visa)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Visa free

Maximum stay: 180 days
Fee: Free
Entry: Multiple entry

Holders of diplomatic, official, or service passports from all countries except Dominican Republic and Venezuela enjoy automatic visa-free entry for up to 180 days. Diplomatic visas cannot be extended.

Eligibility

Purpose of visit
Official government business, diplomatic missions, international organization work
Includes
- Diplomatic missions
- official government business

Documents you need

Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6

How to apply

Document gathering
Prepare diplomatic, official, or service passport with at least 6 months validity
Processing wait
Enter Peru at airport or border. Immigration will grant entry based on passport type.

Tourist visa (Tourist Embassy Visa)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Embassy required

Maximum stay: 183 days
Processing time: 5-10 business days
Fee: $30 USD
Validity: 6 months from issue date
Entry: Multiple entry

Citizens from countries not eligible for visa-free entry must obtain a tourist visa from a Peruvian embassy or consulate before travel. Visa must be used within 6 months of issue or it expires.

Eligibility

Purpose of visit
Tourism, recreation, and family visits
Includes
- Tourism
- recreation
- family visits

Documents you need

Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
Photo
Count: 3; Specifications: 4.3 x 3.5 cm, white background, no glasses
Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements, cash, credit cards; Minimum amount: Sufficient funds for stay
Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes
Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

Form name: DGC 005 Form; Form url: https://www.gob.pe/en/36240-apply-for-a-tourist-visa-to-enter-peru

How to apply

Document gathering
Gather passport, photos, application form, and supporting documents
Document submission
Submit application in person at Peruvian embassy or consulate
Fee payment
Pay visa processing fee
Processing wait
Wait for visa processing
Visa collection
Collect passport with visa from embassy

Tourist visa (Religious Visa)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Embassy required

Maximum stay: 365 days
Processing time: 30-45 days
Fee: Free
Validity: 1 year, renewable
Entry: Single entry

For priests, nuns, missionaries performing religious or missionary activities. Free of charge. Only allows pastoral work, care in health/education fields. No paid professional work permitted. Can apply from outside Peru or while in country as tourist.

Eligibility

Purpose of visit
Religious or missionary activities, pastoral work, care in health and education fields
Includes
- Religious work
- missionary activities
- pastoral care

Documents you need

Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: Passport-size
Invitation letter
Host requirements: Letter from recognized Peruvian religious organization or institution
Police clearance
Validity months: 6

How to apply

Document gathering
Obtain invitation letter from Peruvian religious organization, gather passport and police clearance
Document submission
Submit application at Peruvian embassy or Migraciones
Processing wait
Wait for visa approval (free of charge)
Visa collection
Collect approved religious visa

Tourist visa (Tourist Visa-Free - Americas, EU, Schengen, Oceania)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Visa free

Maximum stay: 183 days
Fee: Free
Validity: 365 days per calendar year
Entry: Multiple entry

Citizens from these countries can stay up to 183 days per year for tourism purposes. Immigration officials grant 90 or 183 days at their discretion upon entry. No visa required.

Eligibility

Purpose of visit
Tourism, recreation, family visits, and short-term health purposes
Includes
- Tourism
- recreation
- family visits
- health

Documents you need

Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes

How to apply

Document gathering
Prepare valid passport with at least 6 months validity
Processing wait
Enter Peru at airport or border. Immigration will stamp passport with stay duration.

This information is provided for general guidance only. Visa requirements can change frequently and may vary by nationality. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for assistance.