Americas
Peru
- Capital
- Lima
- Population
- 34,576,665
- Currency
- Peruvian Sol (PEN)
- Calling code
- +51
- Languages
- Spanish, Quechua, Aymara
- 88missions
- 53embassies
- 15consulates
- 20honorary consulates
Peru
Embassies and consulates in Peru
embassies in Lima
Peru hosts 88 foreign missions from 58 countries: 53 embassies, 15 consulates and 20 honorary consulates. All 53 embassies are in the capital, Lima. Consulates are also found in Arequipa, Cusco and Iquitos.
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All missions in Peru
Other cities in Peru
Outside Lima, missions are found in Arequipa (10), Cusco (6), Iquitos (4), Tacna (2), Trujillo (1), Piura (1), Puno (1) and Tumbes (1), among other towns; most of them are consulates general, consulates and honorary consulates.
By country
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Bolivia 5 -
Germany 5 -
Brazil 4 -
Chile 4 -
Spain 4 -
Switzerland 3 -
Italy 3 -
Netherlands 3
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Argentina 1 embassy · 1 consulate2 -
Australia 1 embassy1 -
Austria 1 embassy · 1 honorary consulate2 -
Azerbaijan 1 embassy1 -
Belgium 1 embassy1 - Bolivia 1 embassy · 4 consulates5
- Brazil 1 embassy · 1 consulate · 2 honorary consulates4
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Canada 1 embassy1 - Chile 1 embassy · 2 consulates · 1 honorary consulate4
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China 1 embassy1 -
Colombia 2 consulates2 -
Costa Rica 1 embassy1 -
Cuba 1 embassy1 -
Czech Republic 1 embassy1 -
Dominican Republic 1 embassy1 -
Ecuador 1 embassy · 1 consulate2 -
Egypt 1 embassy1 -
El Salvador 1 embassy1 -
France 1 embassy · 1 consulate2 - Germany 1 embassy · 4 honorary consulates5
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Greece 1 embassy1 -
Guatemala 1 embassy1 -
Guyana 1 consulate1 -
Holy See 1 embassy1
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Hungary 1 embassy1 -
India 1 embassy1 -
Indonesia 1 embassy1 -
Israel 1 embassy1 - Italy 1 embassy · 2 honorary consulates3
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Jamaica 1 honorary consulate1 -
Japan 1 embassy1 -
Malaysia 1 embassy1 -
Mexico 1 embassy1 - Netherlands 1 embassy · 2 honorary consulates3
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North Korea 1 embassy1 -
Panama 1 embassy1 -
Paraguay 1 embassy1 -
Philippines 1 consulate1 -
Poland 1 embassy · 2 honorary consulates3 -
Portugal 1 embassy1 -
Qatar 1 embassy1 -
Romania 1 embassy1 -
Russia 1 embassy1 -
Saudi Arabia 1 embassy1 -
Serbia 1 embassy1 -
South Africa 1 embassy1 -
South Korea 1 embassy1 - Spain 1 embassy · 1 consulate · 2 honorary consulates4
- Switzerland 1 embassy · 2 honorary consulates3
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Thailand 1 embassy1 -
Trinidad and Tobago 1 honorary consulate1 -
Turkey 1 embassy1 -
Ukraine 1 embassy1 -
United Arab Emirates 1 embassy1 -
United Kingdom 1 embassy1 -
United States 1 embassy1 -
Uruguay 1 embassy1 -
Venezuela 1 embassy1
Visa rules for Peru
Peru visa guide · 9 visa types
Of the 198 passports in the visa data, 103 can enter visa-free and 95 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for Peru.
Visa statistics
Schengen visa applications in Peru
| Year | Applications | Visas issued | Refused | Refusal rate | Multiple-entry share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1,059 | 878 | 160 | 15.4% | 45.6% |
| 2024 (part of the year) | 1,179 | 860 | 278 | 24.4% | 39.4% |
| 2025 | 1,103 | 882 | 181 | 16.9% | 41.7% |
By Schengen state, 2025
| Country | Applications | Visas issued | Refusal rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | 306 | 219 | 24.0% |
| France | 147 | 124 | 9.5% |
| Belgium | 103 | 69 | 31.7% |
| Switzerland | 99 | 93 | 6.1% |
| Italy | 73 | 67 | 8.2% |
| Romania | 69 | 40 | 42.0% |
| Netherlands | 67 | 64 | 1.5% |
| Germany | 63 | 59 | 3.2% |
| Poland | 53 | 36 | 30.8% |
| Czech Republic | 30 | 30 | 0.0% |
| Finland | 30 | 26 | 6.7% |
| Austria | 22 | 15 | – |
Schengen consulates in Peru received 1,103 short-stay visa applications in 2025, and issued 882 visas. 16.9% of applications were refused (worldwide: 14.6%). The refusal rate fell by 7.4 points from 24.4% in 2024, a clear improvement for applicants. Applications fell by 6% compared with 2024 (1,179).
Most applications went to Spain (306), France (147), Belgium (103) and Switzerland (99).
Bulgaria and Romania began issuing Schengen visas on 31 March 2024, so their 2024 figures cover part of the year. The numbers include every nationality applying in Peru.
Source: European Commission, Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs, visa statistics for consulates 2023–2025 (© European Union, reused under CC BY 4.0). Short-stay (type C) visas. How these figures are made
US visas issued to citizens of Peru
| Visas issued | FY 2024 | FY 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor (B) | 133,312 | 130,026 |
| Student (F, M) | 2,775 | 2,260 |
| Exchange (J) | 10,453 | 8,510 |
| Work and treaty (H, L, O, E…) | 2,461 | 2,598 |
| Transit and crew (C, D) | 2,873 | 2,259 |
| Diplomatic and official (A, G) | 1,091 | 1,004 |
| Fiancé(e) (K) | 657 | 454 |
| Other | 30 | 11 |
| Total | 153,652 | 147,122 |
| B visa refusal rate (adjusted) | 21.3% | 20.9% |
In fiscal year 2025 (October 2024 to September 2025) the United States issued 147,122 nonimmigrant visas to citizens of Peru, the 11th highest number of the 206 nationalities listed. Visitor visas (B1/B2) made up 88%, exchange visitor visas 6%. That is 4% fewer than in fiscal year 2024 (153,652).
From October 2025 to February 2026, citizens of Peru received 55,802, 5% fewer than in the same months a year earlier.
For visitor visas (B1/B2) the State Department reports an adjusted refusal rate of 20.9% for citizens of Peru in fiscal year 2025 (fiscal year 2024: 21.3%).
Source: US Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, monthly nonimmigrant visa issuances up to February 2026 and adjusted refusal rates (public domain). US fiscal years run from October to September. How these figures are made
Peru’s own missions abroad
Peru itself has 177 missions abroad, in 72 countries. Its largest networks are in the United States (16), France (10), Germany (9), Spain (7) and Argentina (6).
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in Peru
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Immaculate Conception
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Battle of Ayacucho
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Christmas Day
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New Year's Day
Good to know
Where the embassies are
All 53 embassies are in the capital, Lima. The largest foreign networks in Peru are those of Bolivia (5), Germany (5), Brazil (4), Chile (4) and Spain (4).
Travel advice for Peru
Foreign ministries’ advice on travel to Peru: the US State Department rates Peru at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 3 September 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all but essential travel to parts of Peru (updated 9 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Peru (updated 13 October 2026).
Frequently asked questions
Which country has the most consulates in Peru?
Bolivia, with 5 missions, followed by Germany (5).
Do I need a visa for Peru?
Of 198 passports, 103 can enter visa-free and 95 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for Peru; the visa rules page for your own passport has the answer for you.
When are embassies in Peru closed?
On Peru’s public holidays and on each mission’s own national day; the next public holiday is Immaculate Conception (Inmaculada Concepción) on Tuesday 8 December 2026.