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Argentina to Peru visa requirements

Argentine ordinary passport holders do NOT need a visa to visit Peru for tourism. As fellow members of Mercosur and the South American regional integration framework, Argentines enter visa-free and may even use their DNI (national ID card) instead of a passport, receiving up to 90 days on arrival. Argentina and Peru both belong to Mercosur (Peru as an associated state) and to the broader South American freedom-of-movement framework, under which Argentine citizens enjoy visa-free entry to Peru for tourism and short visits. No visa, eVisa, or visa-on-arrival is required. Argentines may enter using either a valid Argentine ordinary passport or a valid Argentine DNI (national identity card), as the DNI is recognized as a travel document across Mercosur and Andean Community countries. On arrival, immigration registers entry digitally through the Tarjeta Andina de Migracion (TAM/Andean Migration Card), which is now fully electronic. The standard authorized stay for tourism is up to 90 days; while Peruvian law permits up to 183 days per year, officers commonly grant 90 days and apply a 90-days-within-any-180-day-period practice. There is no entry fee. Travelers should carry proof of onward or return travel and sufficient funds, as immigration officers may request these. Argentines also benefit from a Mercosur residence agreement allowing them to live and work in Peru, but that is a separate immigration process beyond tourist entry.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Visa-free entry (Mercosur / South American regional agreement)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days for tourism (officers may grant up to 183 days/year)
per entry
Entries
Multiple
from issue date
Visa fee
No fee (free)
consular fee only
Processing time
None — entry granted at the border
standard track
Validity
Entry authorized on arrival; stay counted from date of entry
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your travel document is valid
Carry either a valid Argentine ordinary passport or a valid Argentine DNI (national ID card). Both are accepted for entry to Peru. Ensure the DNI is in good condition and current.
· Passport or DNI accepted
/02
Prepare supporting documents
Have proof of onward or return travel (flight/bus ticket) and evidence of sufficient funds for your stay. Immigration officers may ask for these.
· Return ticket· Proof of funds
/03
Travel to Peru
No visa application or pre-registration is required. Board your flight, bus, or other transport directly to Peru.
· No visa needed
/04
Pass immigration on arrival
Present your passport or DNI. Your entry is registered electronically via the Tarjeta Andina de Migracion (TAM). Confirm the number of days granted.
· Digital TAM
/05
Verify your authorized stay
Note the days granted (commonly 90). You can check your status anytime on the Migraciones (Superintendencia Nacional de Migraciones) website or the TAM Virtual app.
· Check days granted
/06
Exit before your stay expires
Leave Peru before the authorized period ends to avoid overstay fines. Overstays incur a daily penalty payable to Migraciones.
· Avoid overstay
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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RequiredValid Argentine ordinary passport OR valid Argentine DNI
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RecommendedProof of onward or return travel
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedEvidence of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RecommendedAccommodation details / hotel booking
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedTravel/health insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedConfirm days granted at immigration (TAM)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
ConditionalYellow fever vaccination (only if visiting Amazon/jungle regions)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
situational
RequiredNo visa, eVisa, or pre-arrival registration
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
not required
ConditionalOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Application link included: Visa requirements for Argentine citizens — Wikipedia
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visa fee0No visa required for Argentine citizens
TAM (Andean Migration Card)0Issued digitally and free of charge on arrival
Entry/immigration fee0No entry fee charged at the border
Total estimate00incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Mercosur / South American regional agreement
Argentina and Peru both participate in the Mercosur and Andean integration framework granting visa-free movement to member and associated-state nationals.
High
/02
DNI accepted as a travel document
Argentine citizens may enter Peru with their national ID card (DNI), not just a passport, under regional agreements.
High
/03
Tourism / short visit
Visa-free entry covers tourism and short visits up to 90 days; longer stays or work require separate immigration procedures.
High
/04
Proof of onward travel and funds
Officers may request a return ticket and proof of funds to confirm tourist intent and authorize the stay.
Medium
/05
Yellow fever vaccination for jungle areas
Recommended (sometimes requested) for travelers visiting Amazon/jungle regions such as the Madre de Dios area.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30
Argentina to Peru route verified
Confirmed visa-free entry for Argentine ordinary passport holders to Peru under Mercosur/South American regional agreements; DNI accepted as travel document; up to 90 days for tourism; digital TAM; no fees.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Argentine citizens need a visa to visit Peru?
No. Argentine ordinary passport holders enter Peru visa-free for tourism under the Mercosur and South American regional agreements, receiving up to 90 days on arrival.
Can I enter Peru with my Argentine DNI instead of a passport?+
How long can I stay in Peru as a tourist?+
Is there any fee to enter Peru?+
Do I get a paper entry card?+
What happens if I overstay?+
/11 — Passport tools

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