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title: Russia visa for citizens of Peru
description: Citizens of Peru can visit Russia without a visa for up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# Russia visa for citizens of Peru

Citizens of Peru can visit Russia without a visa for up to 90 days.

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

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-free entry · Tourist (90 days within any 180 day period)
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Not required

## How to apply

1. **Download and register in the RuID app** — Provide personal details and biometric data to generate a QR code at least 72 hours before arrival, up to 90 days in advance.
2. **Prepare travel documents** — Ensure passport is valid 6 months beyond departure, and optionally arrange travel insurance and accommodation proof.
3. **Travel to Russia** — Present the RuID QR code and passport at border control upon arrival.
4. **Complete immigration card upon arrival** — Fill out the immigration card given by border control; keep the second half with you at all times.
5. **Register stay if staying more than 7 working days** — Hotels register automatically; private hosts must register at local post office or migration office.
6. **Respect 90-day stay limit** — Stay no more than 90 days within any 180-day period; no work or study allowed.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (machine readable)** (Identity): Must be valid at least 6 months after departure from Russia.
- **RuID app registration (QR code)** (Travel): Provide personal details and biometric data to generate QR code; apply at least 72 hours before arrival.
- **Immigration card (issued at border)** (Travel): Fill out at entry; keep one half during entire stay and return at exit.
- **Travel insurance (recommended)** (Travel, optional): Not mandatory but recommended to cover medical emergencies.
- **Hotel reservation or accommodation proof** (Travel, optional): May be asked at border, though rare.
- **Return ticket or itinerary** (Travel, optional): Not explicitly required but recommended.

## Good to know

- Do not lose the immigration card—required for exit.
- Visa-free entry does not permit work or study.
- Overstaying the 90-day limit can lead to immigration problems.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport not valid at least 6 months after departure from Russia.** — Check passport validity before departure.
- **Fail to register in RuID app or present QR code at entry.** — Complete RuID registration at least 72 hours before arrival.
- **Overstaying 90-day limit within 180-day period.** — Track your stay carefully to not exceed the limit.
- **Attempting to work or study without appropriate visa.** — Apply for a regular visa if intending to work or study.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Peru can visit Russia without a visa for up to 90 days. Visa type: Visa-free entry · Tourist (90 days within any 180 day period).

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

Up to 90 days without a visa.

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

Valid passport (machine readable); RuID app registration (QR code); Immigration card (issued at border); Travel insurance (recommended); Hotel reservation or accommodation proof; Return ticket or itinerary.

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

At least 6 months.

## Sources

- [Tourism Visas - Consulado del Perú](https://www.consulado.pe/es/londres/tramite/Paginas/Visas/Issuance-of-Tourist-Visa.aspx)
- Russia Visa-Free Entry for Peruvians 2026 - Russiable (russiable.com, third-party site)
- [General Visa Information for US citizens](https://peru.mid.ru/es/visas/general_visa_information_for_us_citizens/)

## More

- [Russia visa for every passport](/visa/russia)
- [Every destination for Peru passport holders](/visa/passport/peru)