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Peru Visa for Germany Citizens 2026

Visa Free

German citizens may enter Peru visa-free for tourism or business; the officer typically stamps up to 90 days per entry, with a combined maximum of 183 days within any 12-month period.

Guide last updated October 13, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for the duration of the stay (6 months' validity beyond the visit is recommended though not strictly mandated)
  • No visa application — an entry stamp is issued by the immigration officer at the port of entry
  • Andean Immigration Card (Tarjeta Andina de Migración) — now issued digitally or on arrival at major airports
  • Proof of onward or return ticket may be requested
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking) recommended to carry
  • Standard photo and fingerprint scan now used at Lima's Jorge Chávez airport for all arriving foreigners

Visa types

  • Tourist/business visa-free entry — up to 90 days granted per entry, extendable at a Peruvian immigration office, with a combined maximum of 183 days within any rolling 365-day period
  • Those seeking to work or study must obtain the relevant Peruvian visa from a consulate in Germany before travel

Entry conditions

  • Officer stamps the passport for up to 90 days on arrival; total stay including extensions is capped at 183 days in a rolling 12-month period
  • No paid work permitted; business visitors may attend meetings, negotiate contracts, and attend trade fairs but not take local employment
  • Keep the stamped entry record — losing proof of entry date can complicate an extension or exit
  • Extensions are requested at Peru's Superintendencia Nacional de Migraciones before the initial 90 days expire

Fees & processing time

  • No visa fee for the visa-free entry itself
  • Extension fee at Migraciones is modest, typically in the range of PEN 100-200 (roughly USD 25-55), paid in person
  • No advance processing time needed since the entry itself requires no prior application
  • Extension requests are generally processed the same day at a Migraciones office

Tips for Germany travelers

  • Confirm the exact number of days stamped in your passport on arrival — officers occasionally grant less than 90 days if your return ticket shows an earlier date
  • Carry a copy of your return flight itinerary, as some airlines check proof of onward travel at check-in
  • Peru's government portal (https://www.gob.pe/) and foreign ministry (https://www.gob.pe/rree/) have current entry requirement updates
  • If continuing to other South American countries, keep extra passport photocopies for document checks
  • For extensions, visit Migraciones in person well before day 90 — fines accrue daily for any overstay

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.