Benin passport → Peru
Do Beninese citizens need a visa for Peru?
Beninese passport holders need a visa for Peru, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre.
What this means for your trip
- Book an appointment with the embassy, consulate or its visa centre early. Waits can be long in peak season.
- Typical documents: application form, photos, bank statements, ITR, employment letter, bookings and travel insurance.
- If you already hold certain other visas, a simpler route may apply. Check the section below.
Peru at a glance
- Capital
- Lima
- Currency
- Peruvian sol (PEN)
- Languages
- Aymara, Quechua, Spanish
- Calling code
- +51
- Region
- South America
Peru for other passports
- BeninVisa required
IndiaVisa required
United StatesVisa-free90 days
United KingdomVisa-free183 days
United Arab EmiratesVisa-free90 days
ChinaVisa required
SingaporeVisa-free90 days
PakistanVisa required
BangladeshVisa required
Sri LankaVisa required
NepalVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippinesVisa-free90 days
Nearby in South America for Beninese passport holders
Common questions
Do Beninese citizens need a visa for Peru?
Beninese passport holders need a visa for Peru, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre.
How long can Beninese citizens stay in Peru?
The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.
Can Beninese citizens get a visa on arrival in Peru?
Not under the standard rules.
How many countries can Beninese citizens visit without a visa?
62 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The Benin passport ranks #67 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).
Source: Wikipedia, Visa requirements for Beninese citizens (edited 17 May 2026), CC BY-SA 4.0. Last checked 11 Oct 2026. Rules change. Always confirm with the official embassy or immigration website of Peru before you travel.