Do you need a visa for Peru?
The official link goes to gob.pe. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay or travel.
What your passport needs for Peru.
No visa for a short visit · 28
- American citizens
- Canadian citizens
- Mexican citizens
- Brazilian citizens
- British citizens
- Irish citizens
- German citizens
- French citizens
- Italian citizens
- Spanish citizens
- Dutch citizens
- Swiss citizens
- Russian citizens
- Turkish citizens
- Israeli citizens
- Emirati citizens
- Hong Kong citizens
- Taiwanese citizens
- Japanese citizens
- South Korean citizens
- Singaporean citizens
- Malaysian citizens
- Thai citizens
- Filipino citizens
- Indonesian citizens
- Australian citizens
- New Zealand citizens
- South African citizens
Visa needed before you travel · 5
The Tarjeta Andina de Migracion.
| Form | Tarjeta Andina de Migracion (TAM) - virtual |
|---|---|
| Who and when | Generated automatically at immigration at international airports |
| Fee | Free |
Arrival forms are free or nearly so on the official site. Sites that charge to “process” one are private services.
What Peru checks.
- Before you go. None.
- Your passport. At least 6 months' validity from the date of entry; entry is refused otherwise.
- Travel insurance. Not required for visa-exempt visitors.
- Also. When entering by land, ensure the passport is stamped - you cannot leave Peru without proof of entry. Overstays are fined per day.
The visitor visas for Peru.
| Visa | Who it’s for | Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Visa de turista | Visa-required nationals (e.g., SA, VN, NG; IN/CN without a qualifying visa) | Up to 183 days per year as granted |
| Visa de negocios | Visa-required nationals on business | Up to 183 days per year |
| Calidad migratoria trabajador (residence) | Foreigners with a Peruvian employment contract approved by the Labour Ministry | 1 year, renewable |
| Visa / calidad migratoria nomada digital | Remote workers for foreign employers (created by Legislative Decree 1582, 2023) | Reported up to 365 days, renewable (unverified) |
| Calidad migratoria estudiante | Students enrolled in Peruvian institutions | Course duration |
Data the moment you land in Peru
A NUM eSIM on Claro, Movistar: install on wifi before you go, switch it on when you land, keep your own number. Your NUM concierge comes with it.
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Prices on 4 Nov 2026; the shop shows today’s, and the price on the pay button is the price you pay. Full refund if we can’t issue it.
Recent and coming changes in Peru.
- 2025-12-07 — Transfer TUUA airport fee for connecting passengers at Lima airport (not included in tickets) - date per FCDO, year assumed.
- 2025-07-13 — Qatar added to Peru's visa-exempt list (Wikipedia).
How to spot a copycat visa site.
- Check the address. Peru’s official link on this page goes to gob.pe. Look-alike sites use similar names and flags.
- Compare the fee. If the price is far above the government fee, you’re paying a private service. It should say so plainly.
- Ignore “fast-track” upsells. Nobody outside the government can speed up or promise a decision.
The short answers.
Do I need a visa for Peru?
It depends on your passport. Of the 33 passports NUM checks, 28 need no visa for a short visit and 5 need a visa before travelling. Pick your passport on this page for the exact rule, the fee and the stay.
Does Peru have an eVisa?
Not for most visitors: 28 of the 33 passports NUM checks need no visa for a short visit. The rest apply for a visa before they travel, and the official site, gob.pe, says how.
Is there an arrival card for Peru?
Not one you have to fill in ahead: the Tarjeta Andina de Migracion (TAM) - virtual. Generated automatically at immigration at international airports. Fee: Free.
How long must my passport be valid for Peru?
At least 6 months' validity from the date of entry; entry is refused otherwise.
Does NUM issue Peru visas?
No. Only the government issues them. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service: it explains the rule for your passport and links the official site, free.
Need the rest? The full Peru entry requirements cover customs, vaccines, travelling with children and every passport in one table.