Visa and entry requirements for Peru
Many nationalities will not need a visa for Peru. In this case, you’ll be issued a free visitor permit when you arrive. If you’re not eligible for a visitor permit, you’ll need to apply for a visa in advance. For more information, check the Peru Ministry of Foreign Affairs website.
Read more about visa and entry requirements below.
Peru visas
Peru entry requirements
To enter Peru, you may need:
A passport issued within the past ten years
A passport valid for at least six months after return
At least two blank pages in your passport
Proof of onward or exit travel
Proof of sufficient funds
This page is for general information only and may be subject to change. You are responsible for obtaining relevant visa and travel information required for entry, departure and travel to each country or region you visit on your trip. You should confirm these with the relevant embassies and/or consulates.
You might want to know
The dry season, between May and October, is the best time for trekking, exploring and sightseeing in Peru. For more weather information, see our page below.
With influences from the Inca, Spanish, African and Asian cultures, Peru’s cuisine relies on potatoes, legumes, Amaranthaceae (quinoa, kañiwa and kiwicha) and corn.
There are wet and dry seasons in Peru, but climate patterns change between the deserts, mountains, rainforests and coasts. Check the season you're travelling.