Destination Guides
Peru

 
assport/Visa
 
Passport/Visa

Yes No Yes
Yes No Yes
Yes No Yes
Yes No Yes
Yes No/1 Yes

 
Passports

Valid passport required by all nationals of countries referred to in the chart above.

 
Visas

Not required by nationals of countries referred to in the chart above, travelling as tourists for stays of up to 90 days, except:
1. nationals of Malta who do require a visa.

Note: Nationals of countries not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see Contact Addresses).

 
Visa Note

All visitors must hold return tickets or letter of guarantee from travel agency and sufficient funds for their stay.

A business visa is required for all nationals if the purpose of the visit is business. Any business-related unpaid work can be made on a tourist visa. Upon arrival in Peru, the business visa holder must register at the Dirección General de Contribuciones for taxation purposes. Business visa holders can remain in Peru for 90 days. If wishing to extend the visit, an application must be lodged with the Dirección General de Migraciones.

All nationals are advised to check with the Peruvian Consulate prior to departure to obtain current details of any documentation which might be required. Postal visa applications are not accepted unless submitted through a travel agency.

 
Types of Visa and Cost

Tourist and Business: £19.20. Costs are subject to change according to exchange rates.

 
Validity

Up to 90 days.

 
Applications to:

Consulate (or consular section at embassy); see Contact Addresses for details.

 
Working Days Required

At least 24 hours; longer if authorisation from the immigration office in Lima is required.

 
 
 
ontact Addresses
 
PromPerú (Commission for the Promotion of Peru)

Calle 1 Oeste 050, Piso 13, Edificio, Mincetur, Peru
Tel: (1) 224 3131.
Website: www.peru.org.pe

 
Embassy of the Republic of Peru in the UK

52 Sloane Street, London SW1X 9SP, UK
Tel: (020) 7235 1917 or 2545.
Website: www.peruembassy-uk.com
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0900-1700.
Consular section: Tel: (020) 7838 9223.
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0930-1300 (general enquiries); 1500-1630 (collection point only).

 
Embassy of the Republic of Peru in the USA

1700 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
Tel: (202) 833 9860.
Website: www.peruvianembassy.us

 
 
 
ealth
 
Health

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Sometimes
Sometimes
Yes
Yes
Sometimes*

 
Health Care

International travellers are strongly advised to take out full health insurance and should be prepared to pay up front for medical services.

 
Note

* Vaccination is recommended for travellers visiting jungle areas below 2,300m (7,546ft). Travellers who are only visiting Cusco and Machu Picchu do not require a vaccination.

 
 
 
ublic Holidays
 

Below are listed Public Holidays for the January 2007-December 2008 period.

2007
1 Jan 
New Year’s Day. 
5 Apr Maundy Thursday.
6 Apr Good Friday.
1 May Labour Day.
29 Jun St Peter’s and St Paul’s Day.
28-29 Jul Independence Day Celebrations.
30 Aug St Rosa of Lima Day.
8 Oct Angamos Battle.
1 Nov All Saints’ Day.
8 Dec Immaculate Conception.
24 Dec Christmas Eve (half day).
25 Dec Christmas Day.

2008
1 Jan
New Year’s Day.
20 Mar Maundy Thursday.
21 Mar Good Friday.
1 May Labour Day.
29 Jun St Peter’s and St Paul’s Day.
28-29 Jul Independence Day Celebrations.
30 Aug St Rosa of Lima Day.
8 Oct Angamos Battle.
1 Nov All Saints’ Day.
8 Dec Immaculate Conception.
24 Dec Christmas Eve (half day).
25 Dec Christmas Day.