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.
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