Peru Visa

Peru Visa FAQs

• add remove Do I need a visa for Peru ?

  Yes. Indians need a visa to travel to Peru. Peru visa for Indians can be obtained at the Peru Embassy or Consulate. In order to get visa for Peru from India, it is necessary to fulfil the visa requirements and submit the necessary documents. A Peruvisa for Indians can be private, tourist, business and work – depending on the purposeof a visit.

• add remove How can I apply for a Peru visa online?

  It is a straight forward and effortless process to apply for a Peru visa online through Akbar Travels:

  • Choose your preferred type of Peru visa based on your travel type
  • Pay online
  • Submit documents through our pick up & drop service
  • Receive your visa once approved

• add remove Which are the most common Peru visas?

  Foreign nationals wishing to visit Peru and require a visa, according to their country of origin, may apply for a Tourist visa if they have recreational or similar purposes. Anyone travelling to Peru for business purposes, especially when business contracts or agreements are signed or business-related financial transaction are made, has to apply for a business visa at a Peruvian Consulate before entering the country.
  
  Student visa is issued for students planning to study at a Peruvian educational institution or wanting to do an internship / apprenticeship (without payment) at a Peruvian company. the Peruvian educational institution or training facility has to be recognized by the Peruvian Ministry of Education or the National Assembly of University Rectors.

• add remove What is the validity of a Peru visa ?

  The Peru tourist visa is a single-entry visa and is issued for maximum period of 183 days. Whereas the Peruvian business visa is a multiple entry visa and entitles its holder to enter Peru within a time period of 12 months from the date of issue. The maximum stay on a business is 183 day per year, but the consulates abroad reserve the right to grant visas for shorter stays.

• add remove Can I extend my Peru visa?

  it is NOT possible to extend your tourist visa once you have entered Peru!!! When arriving at the airport or border, make sure you get a visa for the time you intent to stay. After Peruvian law the maximum time for a tourist to stay in the country is 183 days per year.

• add remove What is the Peru visa processing time?

  Peru visa is normally processed in up to 5 working days from the day of application within regular service.

• add remove What kind of entry is my Peru visa?

  Tourist visas are issued for single entry whereas Business visas are issued for multiple entries. The maximum stay on each visa is up to 183 days only.

• add remove Do I need to submit my passport along when applying for a Peru visa online?

  Yes, the Peru visa is a stamp or sticker that is placed on an empty page of a passport. Therefore, the original passport with two consecutive blank pages is required to be submitted for the visa application..

• add remove How far is Peru from India and how long will it take to reach?

  The distance between India and Peru is 17,122 km and it will take 21 hours and 47 minutes via a flight.

• add remove Is it a safe country?

  Peru is a safe country and terrorist attacks are not common here. In terms of security, it is important to note that crimes like pickpocketing or theft in tourist areas can happen. We advise to keep your belongings locked and documents photocopied. If you sense danger in the place of accommodation, then check out immediately to avoid an incident. Also, make sure you do not take drugs as the rules are strict on the consumption of narcotics.

• add remove Are the climatic conditions favourable to travel?

  Peru has two kinds of weather; dry and wet. Travellers will experience diverse weather conditions as it is covered by two oceans, the Andes range, and Amazonian forests. There is hardly any rain in the coastal region whereas precipitation is frequent in the mountain region. The warmer months are from mid-November till the starting of April and the cold months range from April till the first week of November. Avoid visiting the country between January to April, as these are the most rainy seasons with high humidity.

• add remove Is it essential to learn Spanish or English is enough?

  If you are planning a trip to Peru, then you must know that not many people in the country are well versed in English, especially in small villages. Learning Spanish or having a translator will make the trip, though it is not one of the Peru Visa Requirements

• add remove What happens if I lose my passport in Peru?

  In case you have lost your passport, then a police report has to be immediately so that they record the statement and give you a copy of the complaint registered. Also, you need to report at the Indian Embassy in Peru and apply for re-issue of passport along with required documents.

• add remove How can I get the currency exchange?

  It is advisable to take cash in the form of Euros or Dollars and then get it to exchange in Sol (PEN) after you enter the country.

• add remove Can a tourist apply for a student visa while in Peru?

  If you are visiting as a tourist and wish to study in Peru, then you need to get the visa changed to a student visa. Visit the Indian Embassy in Peru along with required documents and apply for the student visa.

• add remove Which visa shall I apply for volunteering in Peru?

  For volunteering in Peru, you need to apply for a tourist visa and can volunteer for 180 days in a year in any non-profit organization or NGO.

• add remove Do I need a travel and medical insurance?

  It is advisable for every traveller to purchase a travel insurance to stay protected from emergencies. Akbar Travels can assist you with the same to cover your medical expenses, damage and loss of baggage that may occur during travel.

• add remove What if my Peru visa gets rejected?

  The Embassy of the Peru in New Delhi is responsible for Peru visa approval or rejection. If your application is rejected or is granted for a shorter period, the authorities’ decision is final. Travellers are advised to submit all necessary documents when applying for the visa.

• add remove What is the easiest way to apply for a Peru visa for Indians?

  The easiest way to obtain a Peru visa is to apply through an experienced travel agency like Akbar Travels. Our visa experts have been in the travel and tourism sectors for 40 years. To get more Peru visa information, simply fill in the query form, and a Visa Expert will contact you right away.