🇵🇪Peru Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
South America· Updated 10/10/2026
Do you need a visa for Peru?
It depends on your passport. Out of 196 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 104 enter Peru visa-free and 92 must apply at a consulate before travelling.
Visa-free
104
nationalities
Consular visa
92
nationalities
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Pick your passport for the exact 2026 rule: fee, processing time, allowed stay and documents.
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- All nationalities
Transit visa for Peru
A transit visa exists for travellers changing planes or passing through without entering the country.
- Stay:
- 7 days
- Fee:
- 30 USD
Data updated on · Official source
Rules by nationality cross-checked against the official list (gob.pe), read on .
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Indicative information, drawn from official sources and Wikipedia, and updated automatically. Rules change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before booking. Our methodology · Official portal
Peru visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime Peru applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
Peru visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category Peru publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Allowed stay | Official fee | Processing time | Entries | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay (tourism) | Short stay | Portal | ||||
| Business visa | Business | 90 days | 30 USD | 7 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Work visa | Work | 1 year | 80 USD | 15 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Student visa | Study | Duration of programme | 15 USD | 15 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Family Reunification | Family | 1 year | 80 USD | 15 business days | Portal | |
| Rentista visa | Retirement | 1 year (renewable) | 80 USD | 15 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Transit visa | Transit | 7 days | 30 USD | 7 business days | Portal |
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Information
Capital
Lima
Population
34,600,000
Currency
Peruvian sol (PEN S/)
Languages
Spanish, Quechua, Aymara
Continent
South America
Calling code
+51
Timezone
America/Lima
Area
1,285,220 km²
Government
Presidential republic
National day
July 28 - Independence Day
Internet domain
.pe
About
Peru is a South American country bordered by the Pacific Ocean, Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Bolivia, and Chile. It hosts ancient civilizations like the Incas and sites such as Machu Picchu. Its economy relies on mining, agriculture, and tourism.
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Safety
Risk areas
Crime(High)
- Avoid carrying valuables
- Do not travel alone at night
Terrorism(Medium)
- Monitor authorities' alerts
- Avoid southeastern border areas
Transport
- Use official taxis
- Check vehicle condition
Natural risks(High risk of earthquakes, floods, and landslides due to the Andes mountain range)
- Follow seismic alerts
- Prepare an emergency kit
Health(Unequal healthcare system, repatriation insurance recommended)
- Hepatitis A/B vaccines, typhoid, yellow fever for Amazonia
- Bottled water only
Practical tips
- Register with the travel registry
- Enhanced Vigipirate recommended
- Avoid protests
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Cost of living
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Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in Lima · estimated in October 2026
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10-15% in restaurants
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Peru?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for Peru across 196 nationalities: 104 visa-free, 92 with a consular visa. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →How much does a Peru visa cost?▾
Fees vary by visa type and nationality. The lowest published official fee is 30 USD (Business visa). These are government fees only, providers and visa application centres add their own service charge.
Do you need a transit visa for Peru?▾
Peru issues a transit visa for travellers connecting or crossing the country without staying, valid 7 days. Conditions depend on your nationality, the length of the layover and whether you leave the airport's international zone.
Is it dangerous to travel to Peru?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Moderate to high risk depending on areas, with urban crime and political instability.". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Peru?▾
The official currency is Peruvian sol (PEN S/). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Peru?▾
The capital of Peru is Lima. The main spoken languages are: Spanish, Quechua, Aymara.
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