Peru Visa – Requirements and Application

U.S. citizens traveling to Peru do not need to obtain a visa if their stay is under 183 days.

If you are staying over 183 days, then you need to obtain a visa. Once you have a visa, you will not be able to renew or extend it without re-applying. The Peruvian government may require extra materials from business travelers and/or provide less time in-country.

See below or contact a travel documents specialist about other visa types.

Peru Entry Requirements
Do I Need A…	For My Trip to Peru?
Passport
Tourist Visa
Business Visa
Vaccinations

Sources: Peru Embassy and U.S. State Department

Depending on which visa you’re applying for, the documents you need may be different. A business visa can require different documents than a travel visa.

The Peruvian government may change this process at any time and may request additional materials during the visa process, so make sure you are always prepared and up-to-date.

At a minimum, all Peruvian visas will require: a passport, proof of travel and a completed application. Minors may be required to have additional items.

Proof of return or onward travel will be required for your visa. It may also be required when entering the country.

Each one of these items have specific requirements that must be met. Keep in mind that these requirements can change quickly and may differ based on your specific situation.

Passport Health has partnered with industry leaders in travel document services, RushMyPassport and G3 Travel Services. These teams will walk you through the visa process step-by-step and handle the sometimes difficult communication with embassies and consulates.

A U.S. visa for Peru starts at $30. The Peruvian government sets visa fees and can change them at any time.

The money paid for the visa fee does not include service fees levied by the Peruvian government, cost of postage, processing etc.

Peru does not currently require vaccination for entry. But, some vaccinations are recommended.

Hepatitis A, rabies, typhoid and yellow fever immunizations are commonly recommended for travelers to Peru. Routine vaccinations may be recommended based on your itinerary and immunization history.

To learn more about health concerns for travel to Peru, see our Peru destination advice page.

Once in Peru, the U.S. Embassy is located in the city of Lima. The information for the U.S. Embassy is:

U.S. Embassy Lima
Avenida La Encalada cdra. 17 s/n
Surco, Lima 33
Peru
Telephone: +(51)(1) 618-2000
Emergency After-Hours Telephone: +(51)(1) 618-2000
Fax: +(51)(1) 618-2724
Email: LimaACS@state.gov

See Passport Health’s Peru destination advice page with information on safety, climate, and the vaccinations you will need before traveling there. Or, start your visa process by filling out a form today!