How Indian passport holders get a visa for Peru: visa type, government fee, processing time, maximum stay, the documents required and where to apply. Government-sourced — always verify on the official site before you travel.
Quick facts
- Visa type: Consular tourist visa — or visa-free if you hold a US/Canada/UK/Australia/Schengen visa
- Government fee: Tourist visa approx US$30 (~₹2,500) consular fee at the Embassy in New Delhi. Visa-free entry is free.
- Processing time: Consular visa: 7–10 working days after the in-person interview at the Embassy of Peru in New Delhi.
- Maximum stay: Up to 183 days per 365-day period (officer's discretion; not extendable beyond 183 days)
- Interview: May be required
- Ease for Indian travellers: 50/100
Documents you'll need
- Passport 6+ months valid
- Two DGC-005 application forms (typed/block letters, black ink)
- Three colour photographs (4.3×3.5 cm, white background, 70–80% face)
- Aadhaar card copy
- Cover letter
- Employer NOC
- Flight itinerary and hotel bookings
- Bank statements / ITRs
How & where to apply
If you hold a valid visa from the USA, Canada, UK, Australia or any Schengen country (minimum 6 months validity), you can enter Peru visa-free for up to 180 days. Otherwise apply in person at the Embassy of Peru in New Delhi (Mon–Fri 10:00–12:00). Embassy of Peru in India (official)
Transit & connections
Indians need a transit visa if entering Peru. Airside-only connections at Lima (LIM) are typically exempt — verify with airline.
How Peru compares in the Americas
With an ease score of 50/100 this is a moderate-effort application for Indians — start early and follow the document checklist exactly. Peru requires a full pre-travel application (embassy / visa application centre) for Indian passport holders.
| Country | Visa type | Government fee | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇵🇪 Peru | Consular tourist visa — or visa-free if you hold a US/Canada/UK/Australia/Schengen visa | Tourist visa approx US$30 (~₹2,500) consular fee at the Embassy in New Delhi. Visa-free entry is free. | Consular visa: 7–10 working days after the in-person interview at the Embassy of Peru in New Delhi. |
| 🇦🇷 Argentina | Consular tourist visa — or visa-free if you hold a qualifying US visa / Green Card | Free for Indian nationals under bilateral agreement (zero consular fee). Visa-free entry is also free if eligible. | Consular visa: typically 10–15 working days after document submission at the Embassy in New Delhi or Consulate in Mumbai. |
| 🇲🇽 Mexico | Consular visa — or visa-free if you hold US/Canada/UK/Japan/Schengen visa | Consular tourist visa US$54 (~₹4,600). Visa-free entry is free — only the FMM/FMME tourist card (free if filed online or ~MXN 717 / ~₹3,600 at land borders) is needed. | Consular visa: 2–10 working days at the Mexican Embassy in New Delhi after appointment. Visa-free entry: instant at port of entry. |
| 🇨🇱 Chile | Consular tourist visa — or visa-free if you hold a valid US visa / Green Card | Tourist visa US$25 (~₹2,100) consular fee for Indian nationals. Visa-free entry is free. | Consular visa: typically 10–15 working days at the Embassy of Chile in New Delhi after document submission. |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | Tourist visa via Embassy / VFS — eVisa for business travellers only (as of mid-2026) | Tourist visa ₹6,400 (~US$77) consular fee. Business eVisa via VFS: US$40 + US$25 service fee (~₹5,500). | Tourist visa: 10–15 working days from VFS submission. Business eVisa: 5–10 working days. |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | Visitor visa (TRV) — apply online + VFS biometrics | CAD 100 (~₹6,300) visitor visa fee + CAD 85 (~₹5,400) biometrics. Total ~₹11,700. | From India: about 70–90 days after biometrics (IRCC posted ~71–88 days in early-to-mid 2026). IRCC targeting 60 days global by Q4 2026. |
| 🇺🇸 United States | B1/B2 visitor visa — embassy interview (or Drop Box for renewals ≤12 months) | US$185 (~₹15,600) MRV fee per applicant (B1/B2). No refund whatever the outcome. | Interview wait times in India remain among the longest globally (as of May 2026): Mumbai ~9–10 months, New Delhi ~6–10 months, Hyderabad ~5–8 months, Kolkata ~2.5–5 months, Chennai ~3.5–4 months. Drop Box (interview waiver) renewals are processed in ~7–21 days. |
Fees and processing times are indicative and change with exchange rates and season — always confirm on each country's official source before applying.
Good to know
The held-visa rule (valid US/Canada/UK/Australia/Schengen visa) is the simplest path — visa must be physical/sticker, valid, and have 6+ months remaining. Personal appearance at the Embassy in New Delhi is mandatory if applying for a Peruvian consular visa. Visa rules change often — confirm on the official government source: https://www.gob.pe/embajada-india
Frequently asked questions
Do Indians need a visa for Peru?
Consular tourist visa — or visa-free if you hold a US/Canada/UK/Australia/Schengen visa. The held-visa rule (valid US/Canada/UK/Australia/Schengen visa) is the simplest path — visa must be physical/sticker, valid, and have 6+ months remaining. Personal appearance at the Embassy in New Delhi is mandatory if applying for a Peruvian consular visa.
What documents do Indians need for a Peru visa?
Passport 6+ months valid; Two DGC-005 application forms (typed/block letters, black ink); Three colour photographs (4.3×3.5 cm, white background, 70–80% face); Aadhaar card copy; Cover letter; Employer NOC; Flight itinerary and hotel bookings; Bank statements / ITRs
How long does a Peru visa take and what does it cost?
Processing: Consular visa: 7–10 working days after the in-person interview at the Embassy of Peru in New Delhi.. Government fee: Tourist visa approx US$30 (~₹2,500) consular fee at the Embassy in New Delhi. Visa-free entry is free.. Maximum stay: Up to 183 days per 365-day period (officer's discretion; not extendable beyond 183 days).
How do Indians apply for a Peru visa?
If you hold a valid visa from the USA, Canada, UK, Australia or any Schengen country (minimum 6 months validity), you can enter Peru visa-free for up to 180 days. Otherwise apply in person at the Embassy of Peru in New Delhi (Mon–Fri 10:00–12:00). Official source: https://www.gob.pe/embajada-india
Is a Peru visa hard to get for Indian citizens?
With an ease score of 50/100 this is a moderate-effort application for Indians — start early and follow the document checklist exactly. An interview may be required.
Can Indians get a Peru visa online or on arrival?
Peru requires a full pre-travel application (embassy / visa application centre) for Indian passport holders.
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