Resident Work Visa - Employee (Trabajador Residente Dependiente)

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Resident Work Visa - Employee (Trabajador Residente Dependiente)

Work PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

At a Glance

Processing Time

Varies

Estimated Cost

$250 USD

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

Varies (Renewable annually as long as employment contract remains valid)

Not renewable

Renewal

Not renewable

Family

No dependents

PR Pathway

Yes

Sponsor

Job offer required

Work

Remote not required

Official Information

Overview

Long-term residence visa for foreign nationals employed by a Peruvian company under a formal labor contract.

The Resident Work Visa (Trabajador Residente Dependiente) is governed by Peru’s Legislative Decree No. 1350, the primary framework for migration established in 2017 to modernize and regulate the entry, stay, and residence of foreign nationals. This visa fills the gap for long-term foreign talent integration by providing a legal pathway for individuals to reside and work formally within the Peruvian labor market. It ensures that foreign employment is conducted in compliance with national labor laws, including specific workforce composition quotas.

This visa is designed for foreign professionals who have secured a formal employment contract with a Peruvian-registered company. It is ideal for those seeking to relocate to Peru for full-time, long-term employment. What makes this visa distinctive is that it requires the employment contract to be approved by the Ministry of Labor and Promotion of Employment (MTPE), and it serves as a foundational step toward permanent residency after three years of continuous, legal residence in the country.

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Peru

T15 — Permanent Residence (Permanente)

ValidityIndefinite

Processing1 day – 1 month

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Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Possess a formal employment offer from a Peruvian entity.

Employment contract must be approved by the Ministry of Labor and Employment Promotion (MTPE).

Contract duration must be one year or longer.

The hiring company must be registered as 'Active' and 'Habido' with the tax authority (SUNAT).

Applicant must be outside of Peru at the time of initial application (if applying for the visa abroad).

No criminal, judicial, or police records in the country of origin or countries of residence for the previous 5 years.

KEY CRITERIA

Education

bachelor or higher

Experience

1+ years

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Employment contract

Labor Ministry approval

Criminal record certificate

Passport photos

Employment contract (sponsor)

Company registration documents (sponsor)

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Allows for long-term legal residence in Peru.
Provides access to the Carnet de Extranjería, enabling full integration into the local system.
Path to permanent residency after 3 years of legal residence.
Access to local banking, healthcare, and social services.

Worth Knowing

The process is highly dependent on the employer's compliance with local labor and tax laws.
Contracts with trial periods or durations under one year may be classified as 'Temporary Worker' instead of 'Resident'.
Strict requirements for document legalization or apostille for foreign-issued documents.

Application Process

Secure employment contract: Obtain signed work contract with Peruvian employer for 12+ months

Labor Ministry approval: Employer obtains approval from Peru's Ministry of Labor

Prepare documentation: Gather all required documents

Submit application: Apply at Peruvian consulate or embassy

Pay visa fee: Pay resident worker visa fee

Await processing: Processing typically takes 30-45 business days

Application Forms

Resident Worker Visa Application

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