India passport → Peru
Do Indian citizens need a visa for Peru?
Indian passport holders need a visa for Peru, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre. If you hold a US visa, Green Card, UK visa or similar, it can be easier: see below.
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.
Easier if you already hold another visa
Indian passport holders who hold one of these documents can get Visa-free180 days instead:
- US visa
- US Green Card
- UK visa
- UK residence permit
- Schengen visa
- EU / Schengen residence
- Australia visa or PR
- Canada visa or PR
Supporting visa valid 6+ months from arrival. Up to 180 days in 365.
Last verified 11 Oct 2026.
Peru at a glance
- Capital
- Lima
- Currency
- Peruvian sol (PEN)
- Languages
- Aymara, Quechua, Spanish
- Calling code
- +51
- Region
- South America
Peru for other passports
- 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 Indian passport holders
Common questions
Do Indian citizens need a visa for Peru?
Indian passport holders need a visa for Peru, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre.
How long can Indian citizens stay in Peru?
The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.
Can Indian citizens get a visa on arrival in Peru?
Not under the standard rules.
Is Peru easier for Indian citizens with a US, UK or Schengen visa?
Yes. With a qualifying US visa, Green Card, UK visa, UK residence, Schengen visa, EU residence, Australia, Canada, Indian citizens get visa free for up to 180 days. Supporting visa valid 6+ months from arrival. Up to 180 days in 365.
How many countries can Indian citizens visit without a visa?
56 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The India passport ranks #71 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).
Source: Wikipedia, Visa requirements for Indian citizens (edited 9 Oct 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.