Is the $1 per day visa for Peru real?

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I originally planned to be in Peru for less than 60 days (which is the length of the visa given to me) but now I would like to stay longer, for 90 days. After calling the peruvian office they told me that everything would be fine as long as I paid $1 per day of time spent extra in the country.

Does anybody have any experience with this? I find this claim, even though it comes from an official, a little bit odd.



Best Answer

30 days is no problem, i was over by a year a few years back and just paid the fine right at the airport. i'm over again now . . . by 2 years :( - no worries. you hand your plane ticket over like normal, they look at you nervously and explain that you'll have to pay, you say cool and they'll send you to a different line and pay.

if you leave peru by bus it's as big problem. the bus stops at the border everyone gets thru except you. there is no infrastructure in place to resolve the problem. bus driver threatens to leave you, the passengers get pissed, you beg someone to take your money but they don't know what to do.




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How much is the visa fee for Peru?

Peru Business visa fees for citizens of United States of AmericaType of visaEmbassy feeService feeSingle entry (183 days stay)$30.00$209.00Single entry (183 days stay)$30.00$209.00Single entry (183 days stay)$30.00$209.00Single entry (183 days stay)$30.00$209.003 more rows

How do I get a tourist visa for Peru?

Tourist Application Requirements for a Peru Visa
  • Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with one blank visa page.
  • Hold proof of onward/return flights.
  • Hold all documents required for the next destination.
  • Hold proof of sufficient funds relative to your intended length of stay.


  • How long can US citizens stay in Peru without a visa?

    US citizens traveling to Peru for tourism purposes do not need to apply for a visa. They can remain in the country for a maximum of 183 days, and then leave. However, US citizens traveling to Peru for other purposes, including business, must apply for a visa beforehand.

    What happens if you overstay your visa in Peru?

    If you overstay your visa you will be required to pay a fine of $1.50 per day, for every day you overstay. This must be paid in cash on exit. Ensure that you have the correct money as you leave, or you could find yourself having problems. There is a limit of $30,000 USD for entry and exit.



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