United States
Peru
Peru visa for US citizens
Entry requirement
No visa is needed by US citizens for Peru, for stays of 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 the United States
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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 the United States 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 6 November 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Peru (updated 13 October 2026).
Good to know
How long US citizens can stay in Peru
US citizens may stay in Peru for up to 180 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Peru.
Peru’s neighbours for US citizens
Ecuador, Chile, Bolivia and Colombia admit US citizens visa-free.
Peruvian citizens travelling to the United States
The United States requires Peruvian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do US citizens need a visa for Peru?
No visa is needed by US citizens for Peru, for stays of up to 180 days.
How long can US citizens stay in Peru?
US citizens can stay in Peru for up to 180 days.
Do Peruvian citizens need a visa for the United States?
The United States requires Peruvian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can US citizens enter Peru visa-free?
Yes, US 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.