Canada
Peru
Peru visa for Canadian citizens
Entry requirement
Canadian citizens do not need a visa for Peru: stays of up to 180 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 180 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at gob.pe
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Peruvian citizens travelling to Canada
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Travel advice for Peru
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all but essential travel to parts of the country
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
For a trip from Canada to Peru, the published travel advice reads as follows: 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).
Good to know
How long Canadian citizens can stay in Peru
Canadian citizens may stay in Peru for up to 180 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Peru.
Peru’s neighbours for Canadian citizens
Ecuador, Chile, Bolivia and Colombia admit Canadian citizens visa-free.
Peruvian citizens travelling to Canada
Peruvian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Canada.
Frequently asked questions
Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Peru?
Canadian citizens do not need a visa for Peru: stays of up to 180 days are visa-free.
How long can Canadian citizens stay in Peru?
Canadian citizens can stay in Peru for up to 180 days.
Do Peruvian citizens need a visa for Canada?
Peruvian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Canada.
Can Canadian citizens enter Peru visa-free?
Yes, Canadian citizens can enter Peru without a visa and stay for up to 180 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.