Peru Guide: Visas & Permits

Which documents do you need when going abroad? What are the regulations on visas and residence permits? Our legal guide will help you understand the paperwork you need to complete before moving abroad.

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  Tourist visas for Peru

  Short-term visas

  The required paperwork and the cost to enter Peru will greatly depend on your nationality. You should also bear in mind visa renewal requests are commonly rejected.

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  Working legally in Peru

  Work & business visas

  There are two types of visas that allow expats to work in Peru. The requirements for obtaining a work or business visa depend on the country you are travelling from and your nationality.

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  Student visas in Peru

  Steps, fees and processing times

  Expatriates who want to study in Peru can apply for a student visa that is valid for 90 days. If your study period in Peru is more than 90 days, the visa must be renewed at an Oficina de Migraciones every 90 days.

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  Family and marriage visas

  Visas through marriage, children or parents

  These types of visas are issued to spouses of Peruvian nationals, parents of Peruvian children and underage children of Peruvians who wish to apply for permanent residency.

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  Applying for Peruvian citizenship

  Conditions and requirements

  There are several routes through which you can apply for Peruvian citizenship. Having Peruvian parents or residing in the country for a minimum of two consecutive years are the most common ways.

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  Immigrant visas

  An alternative to Peruvian citizenship

  After two years holding a CE or carne de extranjeria (foreign resident card) you can apply for an immigrant visa which is a long term resident visa. This is an option for expats who don’t want to apply for Peruvian citizenship.

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  Retire in Peru

  How to apply for a Peruvian retirement visa

  To obtain a retirement visa in Peru, you will need to provide proof that you earn a minimum monthly income of US$1,000. For any dependents or spouse you wish to be included on the visa proof of an additional US$500 a month will be required.

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