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How to get a Peru visa from India
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Indian passport holders travelling to Peru.
Visa types & fees
2 visa options for travelling to Peru.
Business visa
Processing time12 business days
Validity183 days
Fee (approx.)$30
Tourist visa
Processing time12 business days
Validity183 days
Fee (approx.)$30
Application requirements
Documents Indian applicants need to provide.
- An Indian passport valid for at least six months beyond the intended stay.
- Round trip ticket is required.
- Two recent 2 x 2'' passport photographs with white background are required.
- Proof of accommodation must be provided.
- Proof of sufficient funds to cover entire stay is required.
- Proof of legal residency must also be provided.
- Travel and medical insurance is required.
- Travel itinerary showing dates, time, activities, entry and exit out of the country must be provided.
Visa type details
Tourist visa
- Indians traveling to Peru for tourism purposes should apply for the Peruvian tourist visa.
- This visa is valid for 183 days in a period of 365 days. It is a single entry visa and cannot be extended.
- Proof of yellow fever vaccination must be provided,
- Visitors traveling with more then $10,000 USD must have it declared upon entry.
- In case you need to sign any important contracts (work contract, apartment purchase, marriage certificate...) you need a permission to sign contracts otherwise the papers aren't legal.
- You need a permit from the Immigration Office "Dirección General de Migraciones y Naturalizacion".
- Visitors must have a return or onward ticket /passage when entering the country. This is a very important law.
- Hotel reservation, tourist package reservation or invitation letter must be provided by the visitors depending on their purpose of visit.
- Proof of sufficient funds in form of bank statements must be provided.
- Proof of legal residency in India must be provided.
- If your tourist visa is for whatever reasons is expired, you don't have to fear extreme consequences. When leaving the country you will be asked to pay a "fine" of US$ 1 per day from the expiration of your visa.
- You can pay this fee at a branch of the "Banco de la Nación" (i.e. within the vicinity of the airport). After that you get your exit stamp and can leave Peru.
- Visitors who cannot pay this fee will be held in custody until someone pays it for them.
- Students who intend to study at a Peruvian educational institution or desiring to do an internship or apprenticeship at a Peruvian company can also do so with this visa (as long as the program duration does not exceed 180 days).
- If you are under the age of 18 years, the unabridged original copy of your birth certificate should be submitted. You are also required to have a letter of consent signed by both your parents if you are traveling alone.
Business visa
- Indians traveling to Peru for business purposes need to acquire a Peruvian business visa.
- Holders of the Peru business visa can negotiate and sign business contracts while they are in the country.
- They can also engage in other business-related activities, such as attending conferences, summits and trade fairs.
- This visa is valid for 183 days and is not extendable.
- Applicants are required to provide a business introduction letter.
- A letter of invitation from the host company must also be provided. This letter must include the following:
- Your full name, date of birth, nationality and intended dates of travel.
- The name of the host organization, their address and phone number.
- The purpose and nature of your visit in detail.
- Number of intended entries and length of validity of the visa.
- The certificate of business registration of the company in Peru is required.
- Proof of previous business dealings with the Peruvian company must be provided, if any.
- A police report showing a clean criminal record is required.
Where to apply
Peru embassy & visa application centers in India.
New Delhi
AddressPeruvian Embassy in New Delhi, India --- D-2/5 Vasant Vihar New Delhi 110057 India
Phone(+91) (11) 4616 3333
Email[email protected]
Websitewww.embassyperuindia.in
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Frequently asked questions
Does Peru have the 6 months passport validity rule
Yes they do. Before traveling to visit Peru, verify that your passport will be valid for at least six months from your planned date of arrival.
How long can I stay in Peru
The maximum stay in Peru on a tourist visa is 183 days (per year).
Is the US Dollars accepted on Peru
Yes, you certainly can use US dollars in Peru. You can even withdraw dollars from the ATMs in Peru.
Can I use credit cards in Peru
Visitors can use credit cards in Peru. Visa is the most widely accepted card (tarjeta) in Peru, and nearly all ATMs accept Visa for cash withdrawals.
Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Peru visa
requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.