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Visa Pathways to Peru

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APEC Business Travel Card Visa (Negocios ABTC)
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APEC Business Travel Card Visa (Negocios ABTC)

Expedited business entry for holders of APEC Business Travel Cards from member economies.

ValidityVaries (During 6-month period, cannot be extended in Peru)
ProcessingVaries
Cost100 USD
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Artist Visa
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Artist Visa

Temporary visa for cultural, artistic, and athletic activities. Allows foreigners to perform cultural, artistic, sports, or similar activities in Peru. Initial validity period of 30 days, extendable for another 30 days.

ValidityVaries (Extendable for additional 30-day period)
ProcessingVaries
Cost50 USD
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Artistic/Cultural Activity Visa (Artística)
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Artistic/Cultural Activity Visa (Artística)

Temporary visa for foreign artists, performers, or cultural workers engaged in remunerated artistic, cultural, or entertainment events.

ValidityDefined by contract
ProcessingVaries
Cost58.8 PEN
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Consular Resident Visa
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Consular Resident Visa

Consular Resident Visa

ValidityDuration of official mission
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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Cooperante — Cooperant Visa (Cooperante)
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Cooperante — Cooperant Visa (Cooperante)

Temporary visa for foreign experts and volunteers recognized under international cooperation treaties, working with governmental or non-governmental organizations.

ValidityDefined by cooperation agreement
Processing1 month
CostFree
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Designated Worker Resident Visa (Trabajador Designado Residente)
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Designated Worker Resident Visa (Trabajador Designado Residente)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residence visa for foreign workers assigned by their employer to perform long-term specialized tasks or functions in Peru.

ValidityVaries (Renewable annually as long as employment contract remains valid)
ProcessingVaries
Cost250 USD
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Designated Worker Visa (Trabajador Designado)
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Designated Worker Visa (Trabajador Designado)

Temporary visa for workers sent by a foreign employer to Peru for a specific task requiring professional, technical, or specialized knowledge.

ValidityVaries (Renewable annually as long as employment contract remains valid)
ProcessingVaries
Cost250 USD
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Digital Nomad Visa (Nómada Digital)
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Digital Nomad Visa (Nómada Digital)

Residence visa for remote workers employed by companies domiciled outside Peru, allowing telework from Peruvian territory for up to 365 days.

Validity1 year
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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Diplomatic Family Return Visa (Familiar Diplomático Retornado)
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Diplomatic Family Return Visa (Familiar Diplomático Retornado)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residence visa for family members of Peruvian nationals returning from diplomatic, consular, or official functions abroad, with work permission.

Validity3 years
ProcessingVaries
Cost107 PEN
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Diplomatic Resident Visa
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Diplomatic Resident Visa

Diplomatic Resident Visa

ValidityDuration of official mission
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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Diplomatic Visa (Diplomática)
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Diplomatic Visa (Diplomática)

Visa for foreign diplomats accredited to Peru by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, with full diplomatic immunity and privileges.

ValidityDuration of mission
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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Exchange Visa (Intercambio)
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Exchange Visa (Intercambio)

Temporary visa for participants in educational or cultural exchange programs, pre-professional or professional internships.

ValidityUp to 90 days or as per treaty
Processing1 month
CostFree
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Family Resident Visa (Ascendant of Spouse)
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Family Resident Visa (Ascendant of Spouse)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Family Resident Visa (Ascendant of Spouse)

ValidityIndefinite
Processing21-45 days
Cost161.4 PEN
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Family Resident Visa (Ascendant)
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Family Resident Visa (Ascendant)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Family Resident Visa (Ascendant)

ValidityIndefinite
Processing21-45 days
Cost161.4 PEN
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Family Resident Visa (Calidad Migratoria Familiar de Residente) - Adult Child with Disability
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Family Resident Visa (Calidad Migratoria Familiar de Residente) - Adult Child with Disability

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

This visa is designed for an adult child (over 18) of a Peruvian citizen or a foreign resident in Peru who is unable to support themselves due to a documented physical or mental disability.

ValidityUp to 2 years
Processing21-60 days
Cost161.4 PEN
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Family Resident Visa - Child (Familiar de Residente - Hijo)
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Family Resident Visa - Child (Familiar de Residente - Hijo)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residence visa for minor children or unmarried adult children up to age 28 of a Peruvian citizen or foreign resident.

ValidityVaries (Renewable annually as long as employment contract remains valid)
ProcessingVaries
Cost250 USD
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Family Resident Visa - Spouse/Partner (Familiar de Residente - Cónyuge)
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Family Resident Visa - Spouse/Partner (Familiar de Residente - Cónyuge)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residence visa for the spouse or common-law partner of a Peruvian citizen or foreign resident, allowing work in subordinate or independent capacity.

ValidityVaries (Renewable annually as long as employment contract remains valid)
ProcessingVaries
Cost250 USD
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Family of Official Visa (Familiar Oficial)
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Family of Official Visa (Familiar Oficial)

Residence visa for dependents and family members of diplomatic, consular, or official visa holders, with permission for work activities.

Validity3 years
ProcessingVaries
Cost107 PEN
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International Conventions Residence (Convenios Internacionales)
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International Conventions Residence (Convenios Internacionales)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residence visa for nationals of countries with bilateral or multilateral treaties granting residency rights in Peru.

ValidityVaries by treaty
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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Investor Visa (Inversionista)
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Investor Visa (Inversionista)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residence visa for foreign nationals investing at least PEN 500,000 in a Peruvian company or project, with obligation to create 5 local jobs within one year.

ValidityVaries (Renewable if investment is maintained and 5+ employees hired)
ProcessingVaries
Cost250 USD
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MERCOSUR Permanent Residence (Acuerdos Internacionales - MERCOSUR Permanente)
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MERCOSUR Permanent Residence (Acuerdos Internacionales - MERCOSUR Permanente)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Permanent residence for MERCOSUR nationals who have completed temporary residence, under bilateral agreements with Brazil, Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

ValidityIndefinite
Processing1-3 months
CostFree
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MERCOSUR Temporary Residence (Acuerdos Internacionales - MERCOSUR Temporal)
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MERCOSUR Temporary Residence (Acuerdos Internacionales - MERCOSUR Temporal)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Two-year temporary residence for nationals of MERCOSUR member and associate states, granting work and social services access.

Validity2 years
Processing1-3 months
CostFree
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Negocios — Business Visa (Negocios)
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Negocios — Business Visa (Negocios)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Short-term visa for conducting business activities such as meetings, negotiations, and trade without establishing residence.

ValidityVaries (During 6-month period, cannot be extended in Peru)
ProcessingVaries
Cost100 USD
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Official Visa (Oficial)
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Official Visa (Oficial)

Visa for foreign officials of international organizations recognized by Peru's Ministry of Foreign Affairs under special conditions.

ValidityDuration of mission
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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Periodismo — Journalist Visa (Periodista)
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Periodismo — Journalist Visa (Periodista)

Temporary visa for accredited foreign media professionals and journalists recognized by Peru's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

ValidityVaries (Maximum within any 6-month period)
ProcessingVaries
Cost50 USD
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Religioso — Temporary Religious Worker Visa (Religioso Temporal)
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Religioso — Temporary Religious Worker Visa (Religioso Temporal)

Temporary visa for clergy, missionaries, and religious workers conducting pastoral or religious activities for recognized organizations.

Validity90 to 365 days
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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Rentista — Resident Retiree/Independent Means (Rentista Residente)
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Rentista — Resident Retiree/Independent Means (Rentista Residente)

ValidityIndefinite
Processing1-3 months
Cost107.5 PEN
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Rentista/Retirement Visa (Rentista)
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Rentista/Retirement Visa (Rentista)

Indefinite residence visa for foreigners with permanent passive income of at least USD 1,000/month from pensions, dividends, royalties, or foreign sources.

ValidityVaries (Renewable indefinitely, must maintain minimum income and 6-month presence annually)
ProcessingVaries
Cost1300 USD
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Research Resident Visa (Investigación Residente)
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Research Resident Visa (Investigación Residente)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residence visa for foreign researchers with recognized expertise in science, technology, or innovation conducting research at Peruvian institutions.

ValidityVaries (Renewable annually as long as employment contract remains valid)
ProcessingVaries
Cost250 USD
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Resident Student Visa (Formación Residente)
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Resident Student Visa (Formación Residente)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residence visa for foreign students pursuing regular higher education, basic education, arts, or vocational training at Peruvian institutions.

ValidityVaries (Renewable annually as long as employment contract remains valid)
ProcessingVaries
Cost250 USD
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Resident Work Visa - Employee (Trabajador Residente Dependiente)
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Resident Work Visa - Employee (Trabajador Residente Dependiente)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

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

ValidityVaries (Renewable annually as long as employment contract remains valid)
ProcessingVaries
Cost250 USD
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Resident Work Visa - Independent (Trabajador Residente Independiente)
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Resident Work Visa - Independent (Trabajador Residente Independiente)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residence visa for self-employed professionals providing independent services and issuing professional fee receipts in Peru.

ValidityVaries (Renewable annually as long as employment contract remains valid)
ProcessingVaries
Cost250 USD
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Special Resident Visa (Especial Residente)
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Special Resident Visa (Especial Residente)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residence visa granted in exceptional circumstances determined by Migraciones, including for Venezuelans with prior Temporary Stay Permits (PTP).

ValidityVaries (Renewable annually as long as employment contract remains valid)
ProcessingVaries
Cost250 USD
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Special Temporary Visa (Especial Temporal)
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Special Temporary Visa (Especial Temporal)

Temporary visa for exceptional circumstances including conference speakers, official delegations, and artists performing without profit motive.

ValidityVaries (Within 365-day period, tied to employment contract duration)
ProcessingVaries
Cost200 USD
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Sports Activity Visa (Deportiva)
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Sports Activity Visa (Deportiva)

Temporary visa for foreign athletes and sports professionals participating in sporting events or competitions in Peru.

Validity3 months
ProcessingVaries
Cost58.8 PEN
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T15 — Permanent Residence (Permanente)
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T15 — Permanent Residence (Permanente)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Indefinite residence granted after three consecutive years of legal residence in Peru, with no further renewal required.

ValidityIndefinite
Processing1-30 days
Cost162.5 PEN
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Temporary Student Visa (Estudiante Temporal)
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Temporary Student Visa (Estudiante Temporal)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Short-term visa for foreigners enrolled in courses, workshops, or short academic programs in Peru lasting up to one year.

ValidityVaries (Within 365-day period, tied to employment contract duration)
ProcessingVaries
Cost200 USD
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Temporary Work Visa (Trabajador Temporal)
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Temporary Work Visa (Trabajador Temporal)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Short-term employment visa for foreign workers with contracts under 12 months, requiring Ministry of Labor approval.

ValidityVaries (Within 365-day period, tied to employment contract duration)
ProcessingVaries
Cost200 USD
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Trainee/Internship Visa (Formación Práctica Pre-Profesional)
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Trainee/Internship Visa (Formación Práctica Pre-Profesional)

Temporary visa for foreign nationals undertaking pre-professional or professional internships as part of educational exchange programs.

Validity1 year
Processing1-30 days
Cost161.4 PEN
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Tripulante — Crew Member Visa (Tripulante)
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Tripulante — Crew Member Visa (Tripulante)

Temporary shore leave permit for international transport crew members, allowing up to 30 days in Peruvian territory.

Validity1 month
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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Tránsito — Transit Visa
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Tránsito — Transit Visa

Visa required for transit passengers who leave the international airport area during layover. Those remaining in airport transit zone do not require a visa for layovers up to 24 hours.

ValidityVaries (Specific to transit requirements, typically 24 hours)
ProcessingVaries
Cost30 USD
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Turista — Tourist Visa (Turista)
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Turista — Tourist Visa (Turista)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Allows entry for tourism, recreation, health treatment, or leisure activities without permission to work.

ValidityVaries (Within a one-year calendar period, multiple entries allowed)
ProcessingVaries
Cost45 USD
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Volunteer Visa (Cooperante Voluntario)
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Volunteer Visa (Cooperante Voluntario)

Temporary visa for foreign volunteers working with registered NGOs or international cooperation organizations in Peru.

ValidityDetermined by authorization
Processing1 month
CostFree
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Working Holiday Visa (Vacaciones y Trabajo)
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Working Holiday Visa (Vacaciones y Trabajo)

One-year visa for young adults (18-30) from partner countries allowing work and travel, limited to 6 months per employer.

Validity1 year
Processing10 days
CostFree
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