How long you can stay, by passport
| Passport | Stay | Details |
|---|---|---|
 EU, EEA or Swiss passport | 183 days a year | Visa-free for up to 183 days in a 365-day period; the officer sets the days at entry (often 90). No extension for most nationalities. |
 UK, Canadian, Australian or NZ passport | 183 days a year | Visa-free for up to 183 days in a 365-day period; the officer sets the days at entry (often 90). No extension for most nationalities. |
 US passport | 183 days a year | Visa-free for up to 183 days in a 365-day period; the officer sets the days at entry (often 90). No extension for most nationalities. |
 Indian passport | Visa · 180 days | Visa required, unless you hold a US, Canada, UK, Australia or Schengen visa valid 6+ months or residence there. Then up to 180 days in 12 months. |
Counted in any 12 consecutive months.
The longest you can stay out of Peru in a row before a standard permit lapses.
Tax residency in Peru
Resident after more than 183 days in any 12-month period. The change takes effect from 1 January of the following year.
Keeping a residence permit
Residents (except permanent) lose status after more than 183 consecutive days abroad in a 365-day period without Migraciones authorisation.
How Noverstay keeps you inside the limit
The app logs the country you wake up in, even when it’s closed, and counts every rule above for your passport. It tells you the date you must leave by and reminds you 14 days before. Plan a trip first and it shows every limit it touches.
Questions
How long can a US citizen stay in Peru?
183 days a year. Visa-free for up to 183 days in a 365-day period; the officer sets the days at entry (often 90). No extension for most nationalities.
How long can British citizens stay in Peru?
183 days a year. Visa-free for up to 183 days in a 365-day period; the officer sets the days at entry (often 90). No extension for most nationalities.
How long can EU citizens stay in Peru?
183 days a year. Visa-free for up to 183 days in a 365-day period; the officer sets the days at entry (often 90). No extension for most nationalities.
How long can Indian citizens stay in Peru?
Visa · 180 days. Visa required, unless you hold a US, Canada, UK, Australia or Schengen visa valid 6+ months or residence there. Then up to 180 days in 12 months.
When do you become a tax resident in Peru?
You become tax resident after 183 days in any 12 consecutive months. Resident after more than 183 days in any 12-month period. The change takes effect from 1 January of the following year.
How long can you be away from Peru without losing your residence permit?
Residents (except permanent) lose status after more than 183 consecutive days abroad in a 365-day period without Migraciones authorisation.
Can Noverstay count my days in Peru automatically?
Yes. The Noverstay app logs the country you’re in each day, also when it’s closed, and reminds you before your visa or tax limit. Only the country, city and date are stored.
Official sources
Rules change often. This page is not legal or tax advice. Check the official source or a qualified adviser before you rely on a count.