Peru
Living or working in Peru: long-stay, digital nomad and working holiday visas
For stays over 183 days, most nationalities need a Peruvian visa or residence permit; check your passport against the official list. The digital nomad visa status for 2026 is unclear – verify current rules. Working‑holiday visas exist for a few partner countries; start the application 2–3 months before travel.
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Key facts
- Standard tourist staycheck
- Up to 183 days per entry, extendable once for most nationalities
- Long‑stay visacheck
- Required for stays over 183 days; apply at a Peruvian consulate before travel
- Digital nomad visacheck
- Announced but status for 2026 unclear; verify on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website
- Working holiday visacheck
- Bilateral agreements exist with some countries; eligibility and quota vary
- Application lead time
- Start the process 2–3 months before intended arrival to allow for document verification
Quick answer
If you plan to stay more than 183 days, you need a long‑stay visa or residence permit; the digital nomad visa status is uncertain for 2026, and working‑holiday visas are only available to citizens of a few partner countries. Check the official visa list and start the application early.
Details and steps
1. Verify whether your passport is visa‑exempt for stays up to 183 days (many EU, US, Canada, Australia passports are).
2. For longer stays, request the appropriate long‑stay visa (type V) at the nearest Peruvian consulate or via the online portal if available.
3. If a digital nomad visa is offered, confirm the income requirement and application procedure on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs site.
4. Working‑holiday visas are limited to partner countries; check eligibility, age limits and required funds with the embassy.
5. Allow several weeks for processing and be ready to provide standard documents such as passport, proof of income or employment, criminal‑record check and health certificate.
- Pay the visa fee as indicated by the consulate (fees vary by visa type).
- After arrival, register with the Peruvian immigration office within the timeframe specified by your visa.
Additional notes
• Tourist stays cannot be extended beyond 183 days; you must obtain the correct visa beforehand.
• Remote‑working does not require a separate work permit once the appropriate visa is granted.
• Health insurance covering the whole stay is generally required for most visa categories.
Questions people ask
What should I know about long‑stay and working visas in Peru?
Stays over 183 days need a long‑stay visa; digital nomad visas are not yet issued in 2026, and working‑holiday visas are limited to a few countries.
How much does it cost?
Long‑stay visas cost roughly USD 100–150; working‑holiday visas are about USD 200; digital nomad visa fees are not published yet.
When should I plan for it?
Start the application 2–3 months before travel to allow for document checks and consular processing.
Can I extend a tourist stay beyond 183 days?
No, extensions are not allowed; you must obtain the appropriate visa before the 183‑day limit.
Which countries have working‑holiday agreements?
Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the United Kingdom currently have bilateral working‑holiday arrangements with Peru.
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