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Peru Visa for Canada Citizens 2026

Visa Free

Canadian citizens can enter Peru visa-free for tourism for up to 183 days, one of the most generous visa-free allowances in South America.

Guide last updated September 30, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for the duration of your stay (many airlines and immigration officers recommend at least 6 months validity)
  • No visa required for tourist stays up to 183 days
  • Proof of onward or return travel ticket
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)
  • Proof of sufficient funds for your stay, occasionally requested
  • Travel health insurance is recommended, particularly if visiting high-altitude areas like Cusco or Machu Picchu
  • No biometrics required for standard tourist entry; the Tarjeta Andina de Migración (Andean Immigration Card) is completed on arrival

Visa types

  • No visa required for Canadian tourists for stays up to 183 days per year
  • Business visa is not separately required for short meetings within the visa-free allowance, though frequent or extended business activity may require a specific business visa
  • Student and work visas require separate applications through Peru's Superintendencia Nacional de Migraciones or a Peruvian consulate before travel
  • Rentista/residence visas exist for longer-term stays and are unrelated to tourism

Entry conditions

  • Canadians may stay in Peru for up to 183 days within a 365-day period without a visa
  • Employment is not permitted on the tourist entry; a separate work visa and permit are required
  • Keep your entry stamp/Andean Migration Card record, as it determines your authorized stay length; immigration officers set the exact number of days allowed at entry, sometimes less than the maximum
  • Extensions can be requested at Peru's immigration office (Migraciones) for a fee if you need to stay slightly longer, subject to approval
  • Overstaying incurs a daily fine payable on departure

Fees & processing time

  • No visa fee applies since Canadians are visa-exempt for tourist stays
  • No processing time is required beyond standard passport control at arrival
  • If applying for a rentista, work, or other residence visa, embassy/consular fees generally range from USD 30-200 depending on category, with processing of 2-6 weeks
  • Overstay fines are calculated per day if you exceed your authorized stay and are paid at the airport or land border on departure

Tips for Canada travelers

  • Confirm the exact number of days stamped in your passport or Andean Migration Card at entry, since immigration officers can grant fewer than the maximum 183 days
  • If visiting Machu Picchu or other regulated sites, book entry tickets and any required guide well in advance, as daily visitor quotas apply separately from visa rules
  • Carry both cash (Peruvian soles) and cards, as remote areas may have limited card acceptance
  • Altitude sickness is common in Cusco and the Sacred Valley; consult a travel clinic about acclimatization and insurance coverage before your trip
  • Check Global Affairs Canada's advisory for any regional notices, particularly regarding protests or road closures that periodically affect popular tourist routes

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.