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Peru Visa for Germany Citizens 2026

Visa Free

German citizens can enter Peru visa-free for tourism or business for up to 90 days, receiving a digital Andean Immigration Card (TAM) on arrival instead of a physical visa.

Guide last updated September 9, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival
  • Completed digital Tarjeta Andina de Migración (TAM), an online immigration card filled out before or at arrival
  • Proof of onward or return travel
  • Proof of accommodation recommended
  • Sufficient funds for the stay (rarely checked)
  • Travel health insurance recommended, particularly for high-altitude destinations like Cusco
  • No biometrics required for visa-exempt entry, though a photo may be taken at immigration

Visa types

  • Visa-free tourist/business entry: up to 90 days per entry, renewable up to a maximum of 183 days per year
  • Extension: additional days within the 183-day annual cap can sometimes be granted by Peru's immigration authority (Migraciones)
  • Residency visas: required for longer stays or work, arranged through Peruvian consulates or Migraciones with a local sponsor

Entry conditions

  • Complete the online TAM form before arrival via Peru's official immigration website, or fill it out on arrival if needed
  • Present your passport and TAM confirmation at Jorge Chávez International Airport (Lima) or another port of entry
  • The initial stay authorized is typically 90 days, recorded electronically rather than stamped
  • Working is not permitted on tourist entry
  • Extensions or re-entries are tracked electronically against the 183-day annual limit

Fees & processing time

  • No visa fee for visa-exempt tourist entry
  • No fee for the TAM immigration card
  • No advance visa processing time required
  • Extension processing at Migraciones, when available, typically takes a few business days

Tips for Germany travelers

  • Complete the TAM form online in advance to speed up arrival processing at busy airports like Lima
  • If visiting high-altitude areas such as Cusco or Puno, allow time to acclimatize and consider travel insurance covering altitude-related medical issues
  • Keep a digital or printed record of your TAM and entry details, since Peru no longer issues a physical passport stamp for many entries
  • Book Machu Picchu and Inca Trail permits well in advance, as they sell out during peak season (May-September)
  • Track your cumulative days if making multiple entries within a year to stay within the 183-day limit

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.