Peru travel guide for the Irish

Irish citizens do not need a visa to enter Peru for tourism. You can stay up to 183 days per visit, and the entry stamp is usually granted on arrival. The main practical points are a passport valid for at least six months, proof of onward travel if asked, and a yellow fever vaccination if you plan to visit the Amazon region.

Ireland is on Peru's visa-exempt list for tourism. You arrive with your passport, and the immigration officer stamps you in for up to 183 days. There is no ETA or online pre-registration for Irish citizens (check).

Carry a printed or digital copy of your return ticket and accommodation details; officers sometimes ask for proof of onward travel. Your passport should be valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure (check).

There is no Irish embassy in Peru. The Embassy of Ireland in Mexico covers Peru, and there is an Honorary Consul in Lima who can assist with lost passports and emergencies. For routine visa or entry questions, contact the Peruvian consulate in Dublin before you travel.

A two-week trip for one person typically costs €1,300–2,200 including flights, accommodation, food, transport and entrance fees. Flights from Dublin to Lima with one stop (Madrid or Amsterdam) cost roughly €700–1,100 return in 2026 (check).

On the ground, budget about €35–60 per day for hostels and local food, €70–120 for mid-range hotels and restaurants, and €150+ for guided tours and internal flights. Machu Picchu tickets and the Inca Trail permit are separate costs; book them months ahead.

There are no direct flights from Dublin to Lima. The usual route is one stop in Madrid (Iberia) or Amsterdam (KLM), with a total journey of about 14–16 hours plus connection time. From Lima, domestic flights to Cusco, Arequipa and Iquitos are the practical way to cover long distances.

Peru uses types A and C plugs, the same flat two-pin and round two-pin sockets used in parts of Europe and the US. The voltage is 220 V at 60 Hz. Irish devices with a Type G plug need an adapter; most phone and laptop chargers handle 220 V, but check the label before plugging in.

Tipping is not mandatory but is appreciated. In sit-down restaurants, about 10% is standard if service is not already included. Tip guides on tours (S/ 20–50 per day depending on the tour), porters on treks, and drivers for longer journeys. Small change is fine for hotel staff and taxi drivers.

In an emergency, call 105 for police, 116 for fire, and 106 for the SAMU ambulance service. For consular help, contact the Honorary Consul of Ireland in Lima or the Embassy of Ireland in Mexico. Save these numbers before you travel.

Common questions from Irish travellers planning a trip to Peru.

This page is based on official travel advice from the Irish Department of Foreign Affairs and the Peruvian immigration authority. Check the latest updates before you travel.