Peru welcomes digital nomads with generous visa-free access for over 90 countries, allowing stays up to 183 days per year. Home to Machu Picchu, vibrant Lima, and the Amazon rainforest, Peru offers affordable living costs (800-1500 USD/month), growing coworking infrastructure, and excellent food scene. A digital nomad visa was announced in November 2023 but is not yet available as of 2025. Most nomads use the tourist visa, which cannot be extended. The country features modern banking (though account opening requires residency), reliable internet in major cities, and a welcoming atmosphere for remote workers.
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Visa Types
96
Nationalities visa-free
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Visa requirements vary by nationality
🎫 Available Visa Types
⭐Recommended for Digital Nomads
Tourist
Tourist Visa-Free Entry
Visa-free entry for citizens of over 90 countries. Stay up to 183 days total within any 365-day period. The most common option for digital nomads visiting Peru.
90 days
Duration
$0
— fee
+$50 additional
✅ Key Benefits
✓Free entry for most nationalities
✓Multiple entries allowed within the 183-day limit
✓Digital TAM simplifies entry/exit process
✓No advance application required
✓Can stay up to 6 months per year
✓Work remotely for foreign companies (gray area but common)
📋 Requirements (6)
•Valid passport with at least 6 months validity beyond entry date
•At least 2 blank pages in passport for stamps
•Proof of onward or return travel (may be requested)
•Proof of accommodation (may be requested)
•Sufficient funds for stay (may be requested)
•TAM (Tarjeta Andina de Migraciones) issued at entry - now digital
📝 Application Process
Embassy Required⏱ Immediate upon arrival
1Arrive at Peruvian airport or land border
2Present passport to immigration officer
3Receive digital TAM entry record (no physical stamp in many airports)
4Officer grants 30-90 days at discretion (request 90 if needed)
•Request 90 days when entering - politely ask the officer
•Have return ticket or onward travel proof ready
•Keep proof of accommodation and funds accessible
•Track your days carefully to avoid overstaying
•Overstay fine is approximately 5.35 PEN (1.50 USD) per day
•Consider visa runs to Ecuador or Bolivia if you need more time
•Lima airport now uses digital TAM - ensure your entry is recorded
Tourist Visa (Consulate)
Tourist
Required visa for nationalities not eligible for visa-free entry. Apply at Peruvian consulate before travel. Valid for up to 183 days.
90d
Duration
$30
— fee
+$150 additional
📍Apply: Embassy
⏱5-15 business days
🔄No extension
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💰 Cost Breakdown
USDUSD
Required
Tourist visa application feeStandard consulate fee, may vary by location
$30—
Additional (estimated)
Document legalization/apostilleIf required for supporting documents
$50—
Travel insuranceRecommended for the duration of stay
$100—
Required Total
$30—
+ Additional (estimated)
$150—
Estimated Total
$180—
💡 Costs may vary. Additional costs are estimates and may not all apply to your situation. Always verify current fees with official sources.
📋 Requirements
•Valid passport with at least 6 months validity
•Completed visa application form
•2 recent passport-size photos (2x2 inches, white background)
•Proof of return or onward travel
•Hotel reservation or letter of invitation
•Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements)
•Visa fee payment
📝 Application Steps
1Contact nearest Peruvian consulate for appointment
2Gather all required documents
3Complete visa application form
4Attend appointment with all documents
5Pay visa fee (approximately 30 USD)
6Wait for processing (5-15 business days)
7Collect passport with visa stamp
⚠️ Restrictions
•Requires advance application
•Must visit consulate in person
•Cannot work for Peruvian companies
•183-day annual limit applies
•Processing time varies by consulate
💡 Tips
•Apply well in advance of travel
•Check specific requirements at your local Peruvian consulate
•Have all documents ready and organized
•Bring original documents plus copies
•Be prepared for interview questions about travel plans
Business Visa
business
For business travelers conducting meetings, negotiations, or attending conferences. Does not permit employment or paid work in Peru.
90d
Duration
$30
— fee
+$50 additional
📍Apply: Embassy
⏱5-15 business days
🔄No extension
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💰 Cost Breakdown
USDUSD
Required
Business visa feeStandard consulate fee
$30—
Additional (estimated)
Document authenticationIf documents need legalization
$50—
Required Total
$30—
+ Additional (estimated)
$50—
Estimated Total
$80—
💡 Costs may vary. Additional costs are estimates and may not all apply to your situation. Always verify current fees with official sources.
📋 Requirements
•Valid passport with at least 6 months validity
•Completed visa application form
•2 passport-size photos
•Letter of invitation from Peruvian company
•Letter from employer stating purpose of visit
•Proof of accommodation
•Return flight ticket
•Proof of sufficient funds
📝 Application Steps
1Obtain invitation letter from Peruvian business partner
2Get support letter from your employer
3Gather all required documents
4Schedule appointment at Peruvian consulate
5Submit application and pay fee
6Wait for processing
7Collect visa
⚠️ Restrictions
•Cannot be employed by Peruvian company
•Cannot receive payment from Peruvian sources
•Single-entry in most cases
•Limited to 90 days
•Must have genuine business purpose
💡 Tips
•Visa-free countries can enter for business without separate visa
•Ensure your activities do not constitute employment
•Keep documentation of business meetings
•Business invitation letter should be specific about activities
Resident Worker Visa
Work
For foreign nationals with employment contracts from Peruvian companies. Requires labor ministry approval and employer sponsorship.
365d
Duration
PEN 400
— fee
+PEN 200 additional
📍Apply: Embassy
⏱1-2 months
🔄Extendable +365d
View full details
💰 Cost Breakdown
PENUSD
Required
Work visa application feeApproximately 250 PEN for resident work visa
PEN 250—
Carné de ExtranjeríaForeign resident ID card
PEN 150—
Additional (estimated)
Document legalizationApostille and translation of documents
PEN 200—
Required Total
PEN 400—
+ Additional (estimated)
PEN 200—
Estimated Total
PEN 600—
💡 Costs may vary. Additional costs are estimates and may not all apply to your situation. Always verify current fees with official sources.
📋 Requirements
•Valid passport with at least 6 months validity
•Signed employment contract approved by Ministry of Labor
•Permit to sign contracts (Permiso para firmar contratos) if already in Peru
•Criminal background check from home country (apostilled)
•Sworn statement of no criminal record
•Employer sponsorship documents
•Proof of professional qualifications
•Medical certificate (in some cases)
📝 Application Steps
1Obtain job offer from Peruvian employer
2Employer submits contract to Ministry of Labor for approval
3If in Peru on tourist visa, obtain permit to sign contracts online
4Sign employment contract after labor ministry approval
5Apply for work visa at Migraciones (if in Peru) or consulate (if abroad)
6Submit all required documents
7Receive approval and obtain Carné de Extranjería
⚠️ Restrictions
•Tied to specific employer
•Changing jobs requires new process
•Employer must meet 80% Peruvian workforce requirement
•Foreign workers limited to 20% of company workforce
•Complex bureaucratic process
💡 Tips
•Most companies use lawyers for visa processing
•Process can take several months - start early
•Keep all documents organized and translated to Spanish
•Contract must be in Spanish and comply with Peruvian labor law
•Citizens of Andean Community (Colombia, Bolivia, Ecuador) have simplified process
Digital Nomad Visa (Pending)
Special ProgramPopular
Announced in November 2023 (Decreto Legislativo 1582) but NOT YET AVAILABLE as of 2025. Will allow remote workers to stay 365 days with renewal option.
365d
Duration
$0
— fee
+$100 additional
📍Apply: Online
⏱Not yet available
🔄Extendable +365d
View full details
💰 Cost Breakdown
USDUSD
Required
Application fee (TBD)Fee structure not yet published
$0—
Additional (estimated)
Health insurance (expected requirement)Monthly estimated cost
$100—
Required Total
$0—
+ Additional (estimated)
$100—
Estimated Total
$100—
💡 Costs may vary. Additional costs are estimates and may not all apply to your situation. Always verify current fees with official sources.
📋 Requirements
•Valid passport (expected)
•Proof of remote employment with foreign company or freelance income
•Health insurance valid in Peru (expected)
•Clean criminal record (expected)
•Proof of accommodation (expected)
•Minimum income proof (amount TBD)
📝 Application Steps
1VISA NOT YET AVAILABLE
2Decreto Legislativo 1582 published November 2023
3TUPA implementing regulations not yet published as of March 2025
4Check gob.pe/migraciones for updates
5Use tourist visa-free entry in the meantime
⚠️ Restrictions
•NOT YET AVAILABLE as of 2025
•Cannot work for Peruvian companies
•Requirements not yet finalized
•May have minimum income requirements
💡 Tips
•Monitor gob.pe/migraciones for announcement of availability
•Use tourist visa-free entry (183 days per year) until DN visa launches
•Follow LimaEasy.com for updates on Peruvian visas
•The law exists but implementing regulations are pending
•Expected to launch once TUPA is published
Family Resident Visa
Special Program
For spouses, children, or parents of Peruvian citizens or foreign residents. Allows long-term stay and path to permanent residency.
365d
Duration
PEN 400
— fee
+PEN 300 additional
📍Apply: Embassy
⏱1-3 months
🔄Extendable +365d
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💰 Cost Breakdown
PENUSD
Required
Family visa application feeApproximate fee for family resident visa
PEN 250—
Carné de ExtranjeríaForeign resident ID
PEN 150—
Additional (estimated)
Document translation and legalizationMarriage certificate, birth certificates, etc.
PEN 300—
Required Total
PEN 400—
+ Additional (estimated)
PEN 300—
Estimated Total
PEN 700—
💡 Costs may vary. Additional costs are estimates and may not all apply to your situation. Always verify current fees with official sources.
📋 Requirements
•Valid passport with at least 6 months validity
•Marriage certificate or birth certificate (apostilled and translated)
•Proof of family relationship
•Criminal background check (apostilled)
•Sworn statement of no criminal record in Peru
•Proof of Peruvian spouse/family member status
•Proof of accommodation
📝 Application Steps
1Gather all family relationship documents
2Apostille and translate documents to Spanish
3If in Peru on tourist visa, apply for Cambio de Calidad Migratoria
4Submit application at Migraciones
5Attend interview if required
6Receive approval and Carné de Extranjería
⚠️ Restrictions
•Must maintain family relationship
•Annual renewal required
•Complex documentation requirements
•Documents must be apostilled and translated
💡 Tips
•Start document gathering early
•Use a Peruvian lawyer familiar with immigration
•Apostille documents in country of origin before traveling
•Marriage to Peruvian citizen is one of the clearer paths to residency
Rentista Visa (Retirement/Independent Income)
Special ProgramPopular
For retirees or individuals with passive income from pensions, investments, or rentals. Allows long-term residence without employment.
365d
Duration
PEN 400
— fee
+PEN 200 additional
📍Apply: Embassy
⏱1-3 months
🔄Extendable +365d
View full details
💰 Cost Breakdown
PENUSD
Required
Rentista visa application feeApproximate application fee
PEN 250—
Carné de ExtranjeríaForeign resident ID
PEN 150—
Additional (estimated)
Document authenticationPension and income documentation
PEN 200—
Required Total
PEN 400—
+ Additional (estimated)
PEN 200—
Estimated Total
PEN 600—
💡 Costs may vary. Additional costs are estimates and may not all apply to your situation. Always verify current fees with official sources.
📋 Requirements
•Valid passport with at least 6 months validity
•Proof of pension or independent income (minimum approximately 1000 USD/month)
•Bank statements showing consistent income
•Pension certificate or investment statements (apostilled)
•Criminal background check (apostilled)
•Health insurance valid in Peru
•Proof of accommodation
📝 Application Steps
1Gather income documentation (pension statements, investment proofs)
2Apostille and translate all documents to Spanish
3Apply at Peruvian consulate abroad or Migraciones in Peru
4Demonstrate minimum monthly income requirement
5Obtain approval and Carné de Extranjería
⚠️ Restrictions
•Must maintain minimum income
•Income must be from foreign sources
•Cannot work for Peruvian employers
•Annual renewal required
•Must prove income each renewal
💡 Tips
•Popular with retirees due to low cost of living in Peru
•Income requirements are relatively modest compared to other countries
•Consider Peru's excellent healthcare in Lima
•Climate varies greatly by region - research before choosing location
Peru announced a digital nomad visa in November 2023 through Decreto Legislativo 1582, which would allow remote workers to stay for 365 days with renewal options. However, as of March 2025, the implementing regulations (TUPA) have not been published, meaning the visa is NOT YET AVAILABLE. Digital nomads currently use the tourist visa-free entry, which allows stays up to 183 days per year (maximum 6 months within any 365-day period). Monitor gob.pe/migraciones for updates on when the digital nomad visa will become operational.
Can I work remotely in Peru on a tourist visa?
Working remotely for foreign companies while on a tourist visa in Peru exists in a legal gray area. There is no explicit prohibition against working online for employers outside Peru, and many digital nomads do this. However, the tourist visa does not formally authorize any work. You cannot work for Peruvian companies or receive income from Peruvian sources without a work visa. When the digital nomad visa becomes available, it will provide explicit legal authorization for remote work. For now, most nomads work discreetly, pay taxes in their home country, and avoid discussing work at immigration.
How many days can I stay in Peru as a tourist?
Most visa-free nationalities can stay up to 183 days (approximately 6 months) within any 365-day rolling period. When you enter Peru, the immigration officer decides how many days to grant - typically 30-90 days per entry. You can politely request 90 days if needed. Extensions are generally not available despite the 2023 Foreigner Law theoretically allowing them. If you need more time, you must exit and re-enter, but the 183-day annual limit still applies. Track your days carefully - overstaying results in a fine of approximately 5.35 PEN (about 1.50 USD) per day.
Can I extend my tourist stay in Peru?
Extensions for tourists are generally NOT available as of 2025. While the new Foreigner Law (Decreto Legislativo 1582, November 2023) mentions the possibility of extensions until the 183-day limit is reached, the implementing regulations (TUPA) have not been published. In practice, Migraciones does not process tourist extensions. If you need more time, your options are: 1) Exit to a neighboring country (Ecuador, Bolivia, Colombia, Chile) and re-enter, though the 183-day annual limit still applies; 2) Apply for a different visa category such as student, family, or work visa from within Peru (Cambio de Calidad Migratoria).
What happens if I overstay my visa in Peru?
Overstaying your visa in Peru results in a fine of 0.1% of a UIT (Tax Unit) per day - approximately 5.35 PEN or 1.50 USD per day as of 2025. This fine must be paid in cash before leaving the country. For short overstays of days or weeks, you simply pay the fine and can leave without major consequences. However, excessive overstays of many months or years may result in additional sanctions including a re-entry ban. You cannot exit Peru until the fine is paid. It is strongly recommended to track your days carefully and leave before your authorized stay expires.
Can Indian and Chinese citizens visit Peru visa-free?
Indian and Chinese citizens can enter Peru visa-free for up to 180 days IF they hold a valid visa or residence permit from Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, United States, or any Schengen Area country. The visa must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from the date of arrival in Peru. Without such a qualifying visa, Indian and Chinese citizens must apply for a Peru visa at a Peruvian consulate before traveling. Macau passport holders have the same conditional visa-free access.
Can I open a bank account in Peru as a tourist?
Opening a bank account in Peru as a tourist is very difficult. Most banks require a Carné de Extranjería (foreign resident ID), which is only available to visa holders with resident status. Some banks like Interbank and Scotiabank may occasionally open accounts for tourists with just a passport, but this is rare and depends on the branch. As of June 2025, new regulations allow foreigners to use passports for certain savings accounts. Most digital nomads use international services like Wise, Payoneer, or Revolut instead. For local payments, apps like Yape and Plin are widely used but require a Peruvian bank account.
Is health insurance required to enter Peru?
Health insurance is NOT mandatory for entering Peru as a tourist. However, it is strongly recommended. Peru has a two-tier healthcare system: public hospitals (EsSalud and Ministry of Health facilities, generally not recommended for tourists) and private clinics (excellent quality in Lima but expensive without insurance). Medical evacuation from remote areas like Cusco or the Amazon can cost up to 100,000 USD. Popular destinations like Machu Picchu are at high altitude where altitude sickness is common. Plans like SafetyWing, World Nomads, and Cigna Global are popular among digital nomads in Peru.
What are the best cities in Peru for digital nomads?
Lima is the primary hub for digital nomads with the best infrastructure, coworking spaces (WeWork, Regus, local options in Miraflores and Barranco), reliable fiber internet, and a thriving food scene. Cusco is popular for its inspiring mountain setting, lower costs, and adventure activities, though altitude (3,400m) and slightly less reliable internet are considerations. Arequipa offers excellent value with good infrastructure at lower costs than Lima. Up-and-coming spots include the northern beaches near Máncora. Lima's Miraflores and Barranco neighborhoods are the most popular among remote workers.
How do border runs work in Peru?
Border runs (exiting and re-entering Peru to reset your stay) are possible but limited by the 183-day annual rule. Peru tracks cumulative days within any 365-day rolling period. If you have already stayed 183 days within the past year, leaving and immediately re-entering will not reset your allowance - immigration may grant few or no days. Common border run destinations include Ecuador (by land or air), Bolivia (popular via Lake Titicaca), and Colombia. The immigration officer has discretion on how many days to grant upon each entry. Plan your time carefully and do not rely on border runs for indefinite stays.
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Important Disclaimer
Visa requirements can change frequently. This information is provided for general guidance only and should not be considered legal advice. Always verify current requirements with the official embassy or immigration authorities before making travel plans. Last updated: December 1, 2025