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🇵🇪 Peru

Work Visa (Dependent)

Resident work visa for foreigners employed by Peruvian companies on a long-term basis. Requires a labor contract of 12+ months with a Peruvian-registered employer. The employer must demonstrate why a foreign worker is needed and comply with workforce composition rules (foreigners cannot exceed 20% of total employees in most cases). Valid for 1 year, renewable while employed. After 3 years of continuous employment, eligible for permanent resident work visa valid indefinitely. EsSalud health coverage included through employer contributions. Path to citizenship after 2 years.

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Processing Time

2-4 weeks

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Cost

$30-100 USD processing fee (often employer-paid)

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Duration

1 year

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Work Rights

Full work rights for sponsoring employer

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Renewability

Renewable while employed; permanent after 3 years

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Path to Permanent Residence

Yes

Requirements

  • 1Job offer and labor contract (12+ months) from Peruvian employer
  • 2Employer sponsorship and visa petition
  • 3Professional qualifications or relevant experience
  • 4Valid passport with 6+ months validity
  • 5Criminal background check (apostilled)
  • 6Health certificate
  • 7Documents translated to Spanish

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