France visa-free entry for citizens of Peru: 2026 entry rules
No, citizens of Peru do not need a visa for a short stay in France (up to 90 days per 180-day period).
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ETIAS: once the system is running, which the EU expects in the last quarter of 2026, citizens of Peru will need to apply online for a travel authorisation (€20) before departure. Nothing to do yet: applications are not open, so beware of websites already selling it. Our ETIAS guide · Official EU website
Indicative information: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before booking. Our methodology · Official portal
Travellers from Peru do not apply for a visa for a tourist stay in France, but border control still asks for a file.
How long can citizens of Peru stay in France?
90 days per 180-day period
Visa-free entry allows a stay of 90 days per 180-day period. To stay longer, study or work, a visa is generally required.
What to show at the border of France
Documents required for a visa for France:
- Passport valid 3 months beyond departure
- Completed application form
- Two passport-size photos
- Travel medical insurance (€30,000 coverage)
- Proof of accommodation
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of sufficient funds
- Biometric data (fingerprints)
Other visa types for France
A tourist stay is not the only purpose. These are the other permits the destination issues and that your nationality is eligible for, each with its own fee and processing time.
Official sources
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
Book excursions ahead, with free cancellation on most activities.
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AXA Schengen, partner link, cover required for the file, stays of up to 6 months
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Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
Flights (Trip.com)
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eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
Book excursions ahead, with free cancellation on most activities.
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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
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