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Saudi Arabia to Peru visa requirements

Saudi Arabia ordinary passport holders need a tourist visa to enter Peru. It must be obtained in advance from the Embassy of Peru in Riyadh; there is no eVisa or visa-on-arrival for Saudi nationals. Peru does not include Saudi Arabia on its list of visa-exempt nationalities, so a Saudi (SA) ordinary passport holder must apply for a tourist visa before travel. Applications are handled by the Embassy of Peru in Riyadh, which issues a physical/sticker visa after an in-person appointment. The consular fee is US$30 (payable in SAR equivalent), and processing typically takes about 2-8 working days. Required documents include a passport valid at least 6 months beyond the intended stay, a completed application form, photos, proof of accommodation or a legalized invitation letter, bank statements showing financial solvency, and confirmed round-trip/onward flight reservations. Peru is in South America and is NOT part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. Once admitted, foreign tourists may stay up to 183 accumulated days within any 365-day period, with the exact length granted at the immigration officer's discretion; tourist-stay extensions inside Peru are generally not available to non-Andean nationals. Because no electronic or on-arrival channel exists for Saudi passports, the conservative and correct verdict is visa-required.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMMULTIPLE 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
Tourist visa (consular/sticker visa, applied in person)
Maximum stay
Up to 183 days accumulated per 365-day period (length set at officer's discretion)
per entry
Entries
Typically multiple entry
from issue date
Visa fee
US$30 (paid in SAR equivalent)
consular fee only
Processing time
Approx. 2-8 working days
standard track
Validity
Commonly up to 3 months (90 days) from issue; confirm at appointment
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need a visa
Verify your Saudi ordinary passport requires a Peru tourist visa (it does) and that no eVisa or visa-on-arrival applies to Saudi nationals.
· 5 minutes· Official
/02
Gather required documents
Prepare passport valid 6+ months, application form, 2 photos, bank statements, hotel booking or legalized invitation letter, and round-trip flight reservation.
· 1-2 days
/03
Book a consular appointment
Contact the Embassy of Peru in Riyadh to schedule an in-person interview; the personal interview is mandatory.
· Email/phone· Appointment
/04
Pay the visa fee
Deposit US$30 (SAR equivalent) to the Embassy of Peru bank account and keep the deposit slip as proof.
· US$30
/05
Attend the interview and submit
Attend the appointment, submit the form and documents, and leave your original passport for evaluation.
· In person
/06
Collect passport with visa
Wait roughly 2-8 working days, then collect your passport with the visa on the date the consulate sets.
· 2-8 working days
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
Saudi Arabia -> Peru · Tourist visa (consular/sticker visa, applied in person)
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RequiredPassport valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted Peru tourist visa application form
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
required
RequiredTwo recent passport-size colour photographs
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredProof of fee payment (US$30 / SAR equivalent deposit slip)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredConfirmed round-trip or onward flight reservation
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredHotel booking, tour package, or legalized invitation letter
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredRecent bank statement showing financial solvency
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RequiredAttend mandatory in-person consular interview
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance for the trip
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedYellow fever vaccination certificate if visiting jungle regions
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
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: Embassy of Peru in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia - Tourist Visa
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visa consular feeUS$30Paid in SAR equivalent to Embassy of Peru bank account; non-refundable
Document legalization / invitation letterVariesIf using a legalized invitation letter authenticated by Peru's Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Travel insurance (optional)~US$30-70Recommended; not a visa requirement
Total estimateUS$30US$100incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Saudi Arabia not on Peru's visa-exempt list
Peru's visa policy does not include Saudi Arabia among the nationalities allowed visa-free tourist entry.
High
/02
No eVisa or visa-on-arrival for Saudi nationals
Peru offers no electronic or on-arrival visa channel for Saudi passport holders; a consular visa is the only option.
High
/03
Incomplete documentation
Applications missing photos, bank proof, flight or accommodation evidence are not processed until completed.
Medium
/04
Insufficient passport validity
Passport must be valid at least 6 months beyond the intended stay or entry can be refused.
Medium
/05
Missing onward travel proof
Failure to show proof of departure from Peru can lead to refusal.
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 · major
Saudi Arabia to Peru route verified
Confirmed via the Embassy of Peru in Riyadh and Peru's visa policy that Saudi ordinary passport holders require a consular tourist visa (US$30, no eVisa/VOA).
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can a Saudi citizen get a Peru visa on arrival?
No. There is no visa-on-arrival or eVisa for Saudi nationals. You must obtain a tourist visa in advance from the Embassy of Peru in Riyadh.
How much does the Peru tourist visa cost?+
How long can I stay in Peru?+
Is an interview required?+
Is Peru part of the Schengen area?+
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/11 — Passport tools

Tools for the Saudi Arabia passport

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