Do I need a visa for PERU?
Peru is a megadiverse country on the western coast of South America, home to the Amazon rainforest, the Andes Mountains, and ancient Incan civilisations including Machu Picchu. It is a founding member of the Pacific Alliance and an active member of APEC. Peru’s visa policy is open and welcoming to a broad range of nationalities, granting visa-free access to citizens of over 100 countries. Entry is governed by the Superintendencia Nacional de Migraciones (National Superintendence of Migration).
2. Visa-Free Access — 90 Days
Peru grants 90-day visa-free entry to a large number of countries. Citizens from these nations may stay for up to 90 days within any 180-day period without obtaining a visa in advance.
| Key Countries — 90 Days Visa-Free • All European Union member states • Australia, New Zealand • United States, Canada • Japan, South Korea, Singapore • Israel • Russia (90 days within 180-day period) • UAE (90 days within 180-day period) • Argentina, Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador (ID card accepted) • And approximately 70+ other countries |
3. Extended Visa-Free Stays
Several countries receive extended visa-free stays beyond 90 days:
| Country / Group | Duration |
| United Kingdom | 180 days |
| Ireland | 180 days |
| El Salvador | 180 days |
| Mexico | 180 days |
| Brazil | 180 days within 365-day period |
| Chile | 180 days within 365-day period |
| Dominican Republic | 60 days |
4. ID Card Accepted — Andean and South American Nations
Citizens of the following countries may enter Peru using a national identity card rather than a passport, reflecting deep regional integration through Andean Community and MERCOSUR frameworks:
| Countries — ID Card Accepted for Entry • Argentina • Bolivia • Brazil • Chile • Colombia • Ecuador • Uruguay |
5. Conditional Visa-Free Entry
Peru has special arrangements for certain nationalities who hold valid visas or residence permits from qualifying third countries:
| Conditional Visa-Free — 180 Days (With Qualifying Visa) • China — with valid AU, CA, UK, US visa or Schengen visa/residence permit • India — with valid AU, CA, UK, US visa or Schengen visa/residence permit • Macau SAR — with valid AU, CA, UK, US visa or Schengen visa/residence permit |
6. APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC)
Peru is a member of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum. Holders of valid APEC Business Travel Cards (ABTC) from 18 APEC economies may enter Peru visa-free for up to 90 days for business purposes.
7. Business Visa-Free Arrangements
Peru has specific business visa-free arrangements (marked ‘B’) with several countries, including Singapore, Japan, Brazil, Chile, and other APEC/Pacific Alliance partners, allowing businesspeople to conduct commercial activities without a work or business visa.
8. Visitor Statistics (2017)
| Country of Origin | Visitors (approx.) |
| Chile | 1,100,000 |
| United States | 598,000 |
| Ecuador | 288,000 |
| Argentina | 205,000 |
| Colombia | 200,000 |
9. Entry Requirements
- Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity beyond intended stay) or national ID (for eligible South American nationals)
- Return or onward ticket from Peru
- Proof of sufficient funds (approximately USD 20 per day is recommended)
- Proof of accommodation in Peru
- Completed Tarjeta Andina de Migración (TAM) — Andean Migration Card, provided at entry
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from endemic country
10. Summary Table
| Category | Key Countries | Duration |
| 90 Days Visa-Free | EU, US, Canada, Australia, Japan, Singapore, Israel, Russia, UAE, and ~70+ others | 90 days |
| 180 Days Visa-Free | UK, Ireland, El Salvador, Mexico | 180 days |
| 180 Days (within 365) | Brazil, Chile | 180 days/365 |
| 60 Days | Dominican Republic | 60 days |
| ID Card Accepted | Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Uruguay | 90 days |
| Conditional (with 3rd-country visa) | China, India, Macau (with AU/CA/UK/US/Schengen visa) | 180 days |
| APEC ABTC | 18 APEC economies | 90 days (business) |
11. Visa Application for Non-Exempt Nationals
Nationals of countries not listed in the visa-free categories must apply for a visa at the nearest Peruvian embassy or consulate before travelling. Peru offers several visa categories including tourist, business, student, work, and resident visas. Applications require a completed form, passport photos, proof of financial means, onward travel, and the applicable fee.
12. Important Notes
- Peru is a Pacific Alliance founder alongside Chile, Colombia, and Mexico
- The Andean Community (Peru, Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador) enables deep cross-border mobility
- Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) in Lima is the primary port of entry
- Border crossings with Chile, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, and Ecuador are also widely used
- Extension of stay may be requested through the Superintendencia Nacional de Migraciones
- Working or extended residence requires separate authorisation beyond the tourist visa-free stay
