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Starting February 1, 2025, it will be mandatory to have a transit visa to pass through Peru en route to a third country.
The measure, announced by the Embassy of Peru in Cuba, is aimed at travelers who are transiting through Peruvian airports before continuing to their final destination, although it does not specify whether it applies to all nationalities or if it is a requirement solely for Cubans.
However, the Consular Section of the Embassy of Peru in Cuba, on its website, has outlined the requirements and conditions for applying for this visa:
Application process
Appointment: Transit visa applications must be made exclusively by scheduling an appointment, requested via email to: visatransito@embaperu.org.
Required information in the email: First and last names, travel date, passport number, and contact numbers (mobile and landline).
Application Deadline: It must be submitted at least 30 days before the planned flight date to Peru.
Required documentation
Digital photograph: Passport size, white background, no glasses, stored in JPEG format (200 x 270 pixels, file size between 10 KB and 18 KB, resolution of 72 pixels per inch). The file must include the applicant's first and last names.
Valid passport: With a minimum of six (6) months validity.
Copy of the main passport page: Scanned in color in PDF format.
Transitory Visa Application Form: Duly filled out and signed.
Passage and itinerary: Including entry and exit from Peru to a third country.
Final destination admissibility test:
In case of residence: Original document and a copy that certifies the residence.
In case of visa: Copy of the visa and the documents submitted to obtain it.
If you do not have a visa: Hotel reservations, tourist packages, or other documents that verify travel plans.
Financial solvency: Bank statements with a minimum balance of 180,000 CUP, notarized income documents, or certificates of business activity.
Additional requirements: They may be requested by the consular officer as applicable.
Cost and validity
Visa cost: 25.00 euros.
Duration of stay: Up to 2 calendar days, with the possibility of extending exceptionally up to 15 calendar days upon prior authorization from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Important
In the case of family requests, only one adult should present themselves to prove the relationship, due to capacity limitations.
This measure represents a significant change in Peru's immigration policy, as previously, in March 2022, the government had eliminated the visa requirement for Cubans transiting through Peru without leaving the airport boarding area.
However, days later, Peruvian authorities clarified that all Cuban citizens required a visa to enter, remain, or exit Peruvian territory, and that the country's legislation did not provide for transit migration status.
In 2023, the government of that South American country tightened the requirements for tourism visa applications for Cubans, raising the minimum balance in bank accounts to 400,000 pesos for a duration of six months.
Peru joins other countries in the region that have adjusted their immigration policies in response to changing migration dynamics. For example, in March 2022, Panama began requiring a transit visa for Cubans who made stopovers in its territory, although it later introduced exemptions for certain travelers.
Peruvian authorities urged airlines and travel agencies to promptly inform their clients about these new requirements to avoid disruptions during their itineraries.
Frequently Asked Questions About Transit Visas for Travelers in Transit Through Peru
When does the transit visa for travelers in transit through Peru go into effect?
Starting February 1, 2025, it will be mandatory to have a transit visa for traveling through Peru to a third country. This measure affects travelers who make layovers at Peruvian airports before continuing to their final destination.
What are the requirements to apply for a transit visa in Peru?
To apply for a transit visa in Peru, the following is required: a prior appointment, a valid passport with at least six months of validity, a digital photograph, a copy of the main passport page, a visa application form, a ticket and itinerary, proof of admissibility to the final destination, and financial solvency. The application must be submitted at least 30 days before the trip.
What is the cost and validity of the transit visa in Peru?
The cost of the transit visa in Peru is 25.00 euros. The permitted stay is up to 2 calendar days, with the possibility of an exceptional extension up to 15 calendar days upon prior authorization from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Peru.
Does the transit visa requirement in Peru affect all nationalities?
The news does not specify whether the measure applies to all nationalities or is particularly focused on travelers from Cuba. The Embassy of Peru in Cuba is the one that announced the measure, which could indicate a particular focus on Cuban citizens.
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