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Peru visas

Peru tourist visa

Many nationalities can visit without a visa for 90 days. Some qualify for 60 or 183 days. Separate exemptions apply to certain travellers with visas or residence permits from other countries.

Ways to get a Peru tourist visa

Visa-free visit for 90 days
No visa needed
Citizens of European Union member states and the countries and territories listed for the 90-day exemption.
Stay
90 days.
Passports that qualify (76)
Visa-free visit for 183 days
No visa needed
Citizens of El Salvador, Mexico and Qatar qualify.
Stay
183 days.
Passports that qualify (3)
Visa-free visit for 60 days
No visa needed
Citizens of the Dominican Republic qualify.
Stay
60 days.
Passports that qualify (1)
- Dominican Republic
Visa exemption with a qualifying visa or residence permit
No visa needed
Citizens of China and India qualify if they hold a qualifying visa or residence permit from a Schengen Area member state, Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom or the United States.
Stay
Up to 180 days within any 365-day period.
Passports that qualify (2)
- China
- India
Visa exemption with a qualifying foreign visa
No visa needed
Citizens of Morocco qualify if they hold a valid visa issued by a Schengen Area member state or the United States.
Stay
Up to 183 days within any one-year period.
Passports that qualify (1)
- Morocco
Tourist visa
Visa needed
Travellers who need a visa for a tourist visit must obtain one.

Who needs it

Travellers who do not qualify for a tourist visa exemption need a visa.

Who doesn't

Citizens of the listed countries and territories can visit without a visa for the period that applies to them. Conditional exemptions also cover citizens of China, India and Morocco.

Good to know

Follow the stay limit that applies to your citizenship and entry permission.
Some exemptions have limits measured over 180 or 365 days, or allow an extension. The nationality links for these rules are not specified.
Some travellers may enter with an ID card instead of a passport. The eligible nationalities are not identified.

Questions

Do I need a tourist visa for Peru?

Travellers who do not qualify for a tourist visa exemption need a visa. Citizens of the listed countries and territories can visit without a visa for the period that applies to them. Conditional exemptions also cover citizens of China, India and Morocco.

What are the ways to get a tourist visa for Peru?

There are 6 options: Visa-free visit for 90 days (no visa at all); Visa-free visit for 183 days (no visa at all); Visa-free visit for 60 days (no visa at all); Visa exemption with a qualifying visa or residence permit (no visa at all); Visa exemption with a qualifying foreign visa (no visa at all); Tourist visa (a visa from an embassy).

Who can go to Peru without a tourist visa?

Citizens of European Union member states and the countries and territories listed for the 90-day exemption. Citizens of El Salvador, Mexico and Qatar qualify. Citizens of the Dominican Republic qualify. Citizens of China and India qualify if they hold a qualifying visa or residence permit from a Schengen Area member state, Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom or the United States. Citizens of Morocco qualify if they hold a valid visa issued by a Schengen Area member state or the United States.

How long can I stay on a Peru tourist visa?

90 days for many visa-exempt nationalities.

What rules do I have to follow on a Peru tourist visa?

Follow the stay limit that applies to your citizenship and entry permission.

Does my passport change whether I need a tourist visa for Peru?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Peru visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a tourist visa for Peru be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Peru tourist visa rules?

On Peru's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my tourist visa once I am in Peru?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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