Peru Passport

Peru Passport (Pasaporte Electrónico) – 2025 Application & Renewal Guide

The Peruvian passport is a biometric travel document issued by the Superintendencia Nacional de Migraciones. It allows Peruvian citizens to travel internationally and serves as proof of identity and nationality.

Updated in 2025, the Peru electronic passport (Pasaporte Electrónico) meets ICAO international security standards and enables visa-free access to over 130 countries.

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Types of Peruvian Passports

Passport Type	Description	Validity
Ordinary Passport	For general citizens (biometric)	5 years
Diplomatic Passport	For government officials, diplomats	Varies
Service Passport	For state-assigned missions	Varies
Emergency Passport	For urgent travel (temporary)	Short-term

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Key Features of the Peruvian Biometric Passport

• Electronic chip storing biometric data (photo + fingerprints)
• Burgundy-colored cover with Coat of Arms
• Machine-readable zone
• Text in Spanish, English, and French
• Complies with ICAO and Schengen standards

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Who Can Apply?

✅ Peruvian citizens by birth or naturalization
✅ Children and minors (with parental authorization)
✅ Dual citizens (must have Peruvian nationality registered)

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Documents Required (2025)

• Valid Peruvian National Identity Document (DNI)
• Previous passport (if renewing)
• Receipt of payment for application fee
• For minors: Original and copy of birth certificate, and both parents’ ID
• Online appointment confirmation

📝 All applications require prior appointment via Migraciones.gob.pe

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How to Apply for a Passport in Peru

1. Pay the application fee via Banco de la Nación (Tasa N° 01810 – approx. S/ 98.50)
2. Schedule an appointment on Migraciones
3. Visit your chosen passport issuing center with required documents
4. Take your biometric photo and fingerprints on-site
5. Receive your passport in as little as 1 hour (depending on location)

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Passport Fees (2025)

Service	Fee (in PEN / Soles)
Standard passport	S/ 98.50
Emergency passport	Varies (case-based)
Lost/damaged replacement	S/ 98.50

💳 Pay online or at Banco de la Nación with code 01810

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Validity Period

Holder’s Age	Passport Validity
Adults (18+)	5 years
Minors (Under 18)	5 years

🧒 For children under 12, passport includes guardian data

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Passport Renewal

• Same process as a new application
• No need to wait for passport to expire to renew
• Recommended to renew at least 6 months before expiration, especially for travel

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Lost, Stolen, or Damaged Passport?

1. File a report with the National Police (PNP)
2. Get a duplicate or replacement passport
3. Bring a copy of your police report, DNI, and payment receipt
4. Apply for a new passport following standard procedure

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Visa-Free Travel with a Peruvian Passport (2025)

The Peruvian passport ranks among the top in Latin America, offering visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 135+ countries, including:

• Schengen Area (Europe) – up to 90 days
• United Kingdom – visa-free 180 days
• Russia, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia
• Mercosur countries (Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Uruguay, etc.)

✈️ Peruvian citizens can travel to many South American countries only with their DNI (no passport needed)

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Apply for a Passport Abroad

Peruvians abroad can apply at Peruvian consulates:

• Schedule an appointment via the consulate website
• Bring your DNI and expired passport (if any)
• Processing times may vary by location (typically 2–4 weeks)

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