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United Kingdom to Peru visa requirements

No. British citizens with an ordinary passport do not need a visa to visit Peru for tourism. You receive permission to stay up to 90 days (extendable to a maximum of 183 days) within a 180-day period on arrival, free of charge. UK ordinary passport holders enjoy visa-free entry to Peru for tourism and short visits. On arrival, immigration grants a stay of up to 90 days within a 180-day period (the 180-day window counts from your first entry), and this can be extended up to a maximum of 183 days in a 365-day period at the discretion of immigration. At international airports, your entry is registered digitally via the Tarjeta Andina de Migracion (TAM); no paper card is issued. If entering Peru by land, insist on a physical entry stamp, because you cannot legally exit without one. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival. Although the official GOV.UK page does not mandate it, carriers and border officers may ask for proof of onward/return travel and sufficient funds, so carry both. There is no electronic travel authorization or pre-arrival visa requirement for short tourist stays as of May 2026. Overstaying triggers fines and potential detention, so verify your authorized period on the Migraciones website. Note that a separate TUUA airport use fee applies to passengers connecting or transiting through Lima airport, but this is an airport charge, not a visa.
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 (no visa required for tourism)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days, extendable to a maximum of 183 days
per entry
Entries
Multiple entries permitted within the 180-day window
from issue date
Visa fee
Free (no visa fee)
consular fee only
Processing time
None - granted on arrival
standard track
Validity
90 days per stay within a 180-day period from first entry
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your passport validity
Ensure your UK passport has at least 6 months validity remaining from your date of arrival in Peru, and has blank pages for a possible land-border stamp.
· 6 months validity· Ordinary passport
/02
Book onward or return travel
Arrange and keep evidence of an onward or return ticket out of Peru, as airlines and border officers may request it before boarding or at entry.
· Return/onward ticket· Proof of funds
/03
Travel to Peru without a visa
No pre-arrival visa, eVisa or electronic authorization is needed for a short tourist stay. Simply travel with your valid passport.
· No pre-application· Visa-free
/04
Clear immigration on arrival
At international airports your entry is recorded digitally via the Tarjeta Andina de Migracion (TAM); no paper card is issued. Confirm the number of days you were granted.
· TAM (digital)· Check granted days
/05
Get a stamp if entering by land
If crossing a land border, make sure officers physically stamp your passport. Without an entry stamp you cannot legally exit Peru.
· Land border· Physical stamp required
/06
Track your stay and extend if needed
Verify your authorized stay on the Superintendencia Nacional de Migraciones website. Avoid overstaying, which leads to fines and possible detention.
· Migraciones website· Avoid overstay
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
United Kingdom -> Peru · Visa-free entry (no visa required for tourism)
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredUK ordinary passport valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival date
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RecommendedAt least one blank passport page (for land-border stamp)
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
recommended
RecommendedConfirmed return or onward ticket out of Peru
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for your stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RecommendedAccommodation details or itinerary
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance for the trip
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredNote your TAM-granted number of days on entry
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
ConditionalPhysical entry stamp if arriving by land border
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedPre-pay the TUUA airport fee online if transiting/connecting via Lima
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
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: PROMPERU - Useful data about Peru: Visas and entry procedures
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visa fee0No visa is required for short tourist stays; entry is free of charge.
Stay extension (if requested)VariesTourist extensions up to the 183-day maximum are at immigration's discretion; any administrative fee is paid locally to Migraciones.
TUUA airport use fee (Lima transit/connection)USD ~30Not a visa fee. Airport charge for passengers connecting or transiting through Lima; pay in advance via the airport platform.
Total estimate00incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Tourism or short visit
British citizens are granted visa-free tourist entry of up to 90 days per 180-day period.
High
/02
Visiting friends and family
Short social visits fall under the same visa-free tourist category, subject to the 90/180 rule.
Medium
/03
Business meetings or conferences
Short non-remunerated business visits are generally permitted visa-free, but confirm if activities are paid.
Medium
/04
Transit / connecting flights
Passengers connecting through Lima travel visa-free but should pre-pay the TUUA airport use fee.
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
United Kingdom to Peru route verified
Confirmed via GOV.UK Peru entry requirements that UK ordinary passport holders remain visa-free for tourism, with up to 90 days (extendable to 183) per 180-day period and a 6-month passport validity rule.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do UK citizens need a visa to visit Peru?
No. British citizens holding an ordinary passport can enter Peru visa-free for tourism or short visits and are normally granted up to 90 days within a 180-day period.
How long can I stay in Peru without a visa?+
How much passport validity do I need?+
Is there an eVisa or ETA for Peru?+
Do I get a stamp or card on entry?+
What happens if I overstay?+
/11 — Passport tools

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