Visa for the United States from Peru: price, documents and processing time 2026

Yes: holders of a Peruvian passport must obtain a nonimmigrant visa for a tourist stay in the United States. The relevant visa is the B-2 (tourism), often issued as a combined B-1/B-2 visa that also covers business.

• Government fee185 USD
• Application centre feeVariable, set by the operator
• Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top
• ExtrasVariable

Prepare a valid passport, the DS-160 confirmation page, a photo meeting the standards, and, where relevant, evidence of employment, income and travel plans. The MRV fee amount is not stated here: check the exact rate on travel.state.gov or the embassy website before paying.

Complete the DS-160 form online, pay the visa (MRV) fee, then schedule an interview at the U.S. Embassy in Lima or the competent consulate. Most applicants must attend in person for the interview and fingerprinting.

Then the application goes to the post accredited for Peru, often in a neighbouring capital, or to a state acting on its behalf. Confirm which post is competent with the official source before travelling to a third country to apply, a rejected file at the wrong counter costs the trip and the fee.

The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in Peru but travel on another country's passport, the rule on this page is not yours. Filing usually still happens from your country of residence, at the post competent for it, but the requirement itself comes from your passport.

Timelines depend on interview appointment availability, which can vary greatly by season; check published wait times and plan several months ahead where possible. Prepare clear answers and demonstrate strong ties to Peru (employment, family, property) to establish your intention to return.

The most serious mistake is assuming ESTA is enough, it is not available to Peruvian nationals. Also avoid inconsistencies in the DS-160, insufficient proof of ties, and non-refundable bookings made before the visa is issued. Confirm the exact fees and requirements on the official source.