Study visas
Peruvian Student / Training Resident (Formación Residente)
Residence status for foreigners undertaking recognised studies or training in Peru for a year or more.
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The S/ 162.50 fee and 365-day renewable period are from search summaries of the official page; re-verify current fee and validity on gob.pe.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Peru government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Calidad migratoria Formación Residente
- Route type
- Resident / study
- Stay / validity
- Up to 365 days, renewable
- Confirm current rules
- Government fee
- S/ 162.50 (code 07568, Banco de la Nación)
- Confirm current fee
Who it is for
- Foreign students enrolled in officially recognised Peruvian education institutions
- Those undertaking higher, basic, technical, arts/crafts education or professional practice of one year or more
Requirements
- Copy of the enrolment certificate from a recognised institution, stating the applicant's name and a study duration of one year or more
- Sworn declaration of economic solvency for the duration of the studies (signed by a parent/guardian if a minor)
- Certificate of no criminal, penal or police record in the country of origin or countries of residence in the previous five years
- Foreign documents legalised by the Peruvian consulate and Ministry of Foreign Affairs, or apostilled
How to apply
- Pay the fee (code 07568) at any Banco de la Nación agency
- Apply online through the Migraciones digital agency
- Upload the enrolment certificate and supporting documents as PDF
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.