New Zealand
Peru
Peru visa for New Zealand citizens
Entry requirement
New Zealand citizens can visit Peru without a visa for up to 180 days.
- Maximum stay
- 180 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at gob.pe
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Peruvian citizens travelling to New Zealand
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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.
New Zealand citizens planning a trip to Peru can compare how foreign ministries rate it: 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 6 November 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Peru (updated 13 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long New Zealand citizens can stay in Peru
New Zealand citizens may stay in Peru for up to 180 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Peru.
Peru’s neighbours for New Zealand citizens
Ecuador, Chile, Bolivia, Brazil and Colombia admit New Zealand citizens visa-free.
Peruvian citizens travelling to New Zealand
Peruvian citizens need a visa for New Zealand, obtained before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do New Zealand citizens need a visa for Peru?
New Zealand citizens can visit Peru without a visa for up to 180 days.
How long can New Zealand citizens stay in Peru?
New Zealand citizens can stay in Peru for up to 180 days.
Do Peruvian citizens need a visa for New Zealand?
Peruvian citizens need a visa for New Zealand, obtained before travel.
Can New Zealand citizens enter Peru visa-free?
Yes, New Zealand citizens can enter Peru without a visa and stay for up to 180 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.