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🇵🇪 Peru

Family Visa

Residence visa for immediate family members of Peruvian nationals or foreigners with resident status. Covers spouses, children under 18, and parents. Marriage to a Peruvian citizen provides one of the fastest paths to residency and citizenship. Civil marriages performed in Peru or abroad (with apostille) are recognized. The family visa grants full residency rights. After 2 years of continuous residency, eligible for Peruvian citizenship. Spouses can work in Peru under this visa. Common-law partnerships (convivencia) may also qualify with proper documentation.

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Processing Time

30-45 days

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Cost

$30-100 USD processing fee

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Duration

1 year (renewable)

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Work Rights

Full work rights in Peru

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Renewability

Renewable while family relationship exists

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Path to Permanent Residence

Yes

Requirements

  • 1Marriage certificate (apostilled) or proof of family relationship
  • 2Peruvian spouse/family member's DNI or carné de extranjería
  • 3Valid passport with 6+ months validity
  • 4Criminal background check (apostilled)
  • 5Health insurance valid in Peru
  • 6Proof of relationship (photos, communication records)
  • 7Documents translated to Spanish

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