Peru visas
Whether you need a visa for Peru depends on your nationality and the purpose and length of your stay: citizens of many countries in the Americas, Europe and elsewhere can enter visa-free as tourists, while paid work, study, family reunification, investment and long-term residence require a specific immigration status ("calidad migratoria"). Short stays for tourism and business are handled through Peruvian consulates abroad, while resident categories are granted by the Superintendencia Nacional de Migraciones (Migraciones). Always confirm the current rules for your nationality on the official Migraciones pages before you travel or apply.
Peruvian visa categories
Explore visa categories by the purpose of your trip.
- Visitor & short-stay visasShort stays in Peru โ tourism, visiting family or friends, business visits and transit, plus any visa-free or e-visa options.2 visas
- Work visasComing to Peru to work โ the employment and skilled-worker routes and the permits they require.2 visas
- Study visasStudying in Peru โ student visas and permits for accepted students.1 visa
- Family visasJoining or sponsoring a partner, child or other relative in Peru.1 visa
- Business & investor visasInvesting, doing business or coming to Peru as a highly skilled individual.2 visas
- Residence & citizenshipLiving in Peru long term โ residence routes and, where available, the path to citizenship.3 visas
Peruvian visa application at a glance
From start to finish in five simple steps.
- 01Choose the right visa
- 02Check eligibility & documents
- 03Apply online
- 04Provide biometrics
- 05Wait for a decision
Peru โ key facts
- Visa authority
- Superintendencia Nacional de Migraciones (Migraciones)
- Application
- Online (in most cases)
- Biometrics
- Usually required
- Currency
- Peruvian sol (PEN)
- Time zone
- Peru Time (PET, UTC-5)
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official sources ยท last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only โ not legal advice.
