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title: Lesotho visa for citizens of Peru
description: "Citizens of Peru need a visa for Lesotho and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $150 + $30 service fee. Processing: 5–10 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Lesotho visa for citizens of Peru

Citizens of Peru need a visa for Lesotho and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Official application site: https://www.lesothoevisa.gov.ls/

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Tourist visa (up to 30 days, single entry)
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 5–10 days
- **Government fee:** $150 + $30 service fee
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statement showing sufficient funds (approx. $50 per day of stay)

## How to apply

1. **Gather required documents** — Collect all documents listed: passport, photo, proof of funds, accommodation, flight itinerary, etc.
2. **Complete online application on the official Lesotho eVisa portal** — Fill out the visa application form and upload digital copies of required documents.
3. **Pay visa fee online** — Pay the government fee (approx. USD 150) plus service fee (approx. USD 30) using a credit/debit card.
4. **Receive e‑approval and schedule in‑person appointment** — After initial processing, you will receive an approval letter. Schedule an appointment at the Lesotho embassy/consulate nearest you for biometrics and passport submission.
5. **Attend appointment at embassy / visa centre** — Bring your original passport, printed approval letter, and all supporting documents for biometric enrollment (photo and fingerprints).
6. **Wait for visa processing** — Processing typically takes 5–10 business days after biometrics are submitted.
7. **Collect passport with visa** — Return to the embassy/centre or receive your passport by courier (if available).
8. **Travel to Lesotho** — Present the visa sticker in your passport upon arrival. The visa is valid for 3 months, single entry, max stay 30 days.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity and 2 blank pages)** (Travel)
- **Completed visa application form** (Supporting)
- **Recent passport-sized photograph (white background, 45x35 mm)** (Supporting)
- **Proof of accommodation (hotel booking / invitation letter)** (Travel)
- **Round-trip flight itinerary** (Travel)
- **Proof of sufficient funds (bank statement last 3 months)** (Financial): minimum $50 per day of stay
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if traveling from endemic area)** (Supporting, optional)
- **Travel insurance (covering medical expenses and repatriation)** (Supporting, optional): recommended but not mandatory
- **Cover letter explaining purpose of visit and itinerary** (Supporting, optional)

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** USD 50 per day of stay
- Bank statement (last 3 months)

Statement must show sufficient funds for entire stay.

## Good to know

- Visa is single entry; leaving Lesotho voids the visa.
- Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months at the time of application.
- Biometrics must be collected in person – remote application not possible.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient or unclear proof of funds** — Submit recent bank statements showing a balance of at least $50 per day of stay.
- **Incomplete application form** — Double‑check all fields are filled and required documents are uploaded.
- **Invalid or expired passport** — Ensure passport has at least 6 months validity and blank pages.
- **Missing biometric appointment** — Attend the scheduled appointment at the embassy/centre; reschedule if you cannot attend.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Peru need a visa for Lesotho?

Citizens of Peru need a visa for Lesotho and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Tourist visa (up to 30 days, single entry).

### How long can citizens of Peru stay in Lesotho?

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Lesotho visa cost for citizens of Peru?

Government fee: $150 + $30 service fee.

### How long does Lesotho visa processing take?

Typically 5–10 days.

### What documents do citizens of Peru need for Lesotho?

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity and 2 blank pages); Completed visa application form; Recent passport-sized photograph (white background, 45x35 mm); Proof of accommodation (hotel booking / invitation letter); Round-trip flight itinerary; Proof of sufficient funds (bank statement last 3 months); and 3 more depending on your situation.

### How long must my passport be valid for Lesotho?

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://www.lesothoevisa.gov.ls/

## Sources

- [lesothoevisa.gov.ls](https://www.lesothoevisa.gov.ls/)

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