Traveling to Machu Picchu is a dream for thousands of people every year.
But before planning routes, trains, or hikes, there is something essential: meeting migration requirements and having the correct documentation.
In this updated 2026 guide, we explain everything you need to enter Peru without problems.
🛂 1. Required Documents to Enter Peru
Before traveling, you must have one of the following documents:
👉 Valid passport
- Required for most international travelers
- Recommended to have at least 6 months of validity
👉 National ID (DNI or ID card)
- Accepted for citizens of several South American countries
💡 Tip: Always carry your original document during your entire trip.
🌎 2. Do You Need a Visa to Travel to Peru?
In most cases:
- Travelers from America and Europe DO NOT need a tourist visa
- You can stay up to 90 days as a tourist
👉 Check official information at Superintendencia Nacional de Migraciones
💡 Important: Policies may vary depending on your nationality.
🧾 3. Immigration Control Upon Arrival in Peru
When entering the country, you must go through immigration control:
- Present your passport or valid ID
- State your purpose of travel (tourism)
- Show a return ticket (in some cases)
👉 You will receive a temporary stay permit.
💉 4. Vaccines and Health Requirements
Currently:
- No mandatory vaccines are required to enter Peru
- Recommended:
- Yellow fever vaccine (if visiting the jungle)
- International travel insurance
💡 Traveling with insurance can save you from unexpected issues.
🎟️ 5. Documentation to Enter Machu Picchu
To visit Machu Picchu, you need:
- Official entrance ticket
- Identity document (passport or ID)
- Advance reservation (mandatory)
👉 Buy your tickets through Ministerio de Cultura del Perú
💡 During high season, tickets sell out quickly.
🚆 6. Documents Depending on Your Travel Route
Depending on how you travel:
Train
- Train ticket + identity document
Inca Trail
- Reservation with an authorized agency
- Official permit included
Hydroelectric Route
- Identity document
- No special permits required
⚠️ Important Tips to Avoid Problems
- Always carry original documents
- Keep digital copies on your phone
- Check passport validity
- Review updates before traveling
🌎 Why Is It Important to Prepare Your Documentation?
Because mistakes in your documents can prevent you from:
- Entering the country
- Boarding your transportation
- Accessing Machu Picchu
👉 Proper preparation ensures a stress-free trip.
📲 Plan Your Trip with Experts
At GT Peru Travel, we help you with:
- Updated information
- Secure bookings
- Personalized advice
📩 Contact us and organize your trip without complications.