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πΏπ² Does a Zambian need a visa for Peru π΅πͺ?
Yes. Zambian passport holders need a visa for Peru, applied for at an embassy or consulate of Peru before travelling.
Checked against Wikipedia's list of visa requirements for Zambian citizens on 2026-10-04. Entry rules change: confirm with the embassy of Peru or its official government website before you travel.
What this means for your trip
You apply at an embassy, consulate or authorised visa centre of the destination, usually with an application form, passport photos, bank statements, travel itinerary and accommodation bookings.
Processing takes days to weeks, and some embassies require an interview; start the application well before your trip.
Your passport should normally be valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure date and have blank pages for stamps; many countries apply this rule.
Peru at a glance
Capital: Lima Β· Currency: Peruvian sol (PEN, S/.) Β· Official languages: Aymara, Quechua, Spanish Β· Calling code: +51
U.S. State Department travel advisory for Peru: Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (updated 16 May 2025). It is written for U.S. citizens; read the advisory before you book.
Plugs and voltage
Some of your plugs fit (C); for type G plugs bring a travel adapter for Peru's sockets (A, B, C). Mains voltage differs (Peru: 220 V; Zambia: 230 V): most phone and laptop chargers accept 100β240 V, but single-voltage devices such as some hair dryers need a converter.
Easier destinations near Peru for Zambian passport holders
- πͺπ¨ Ecuador β Visa-free 90 days
- πΈπ· Suriname β Visa-free 90 days
- π§π΄ Bolivia β Visa on arrival
- π¨π΄ Colombia β e-Visa
- π»πͺ Venezuela β e-Visa
The other way round
π΅πͺ Peruvian passport holders visiting Zambia: Peruvian passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Zambia, usually at the airport or land border.
The Zambian passport at a glance
All destinations for Zambia passport holders β Β· Who needs a visa for Peru β
Questions
Do Zambian citizens need a visa for Peru?
Zambian passport holders need a visa for Peru, applied for at an embassy or consulate of Peru before travelling.
Does a Peruvian need a visa for Zambia?
Peruvian passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Zambia, usually at the airport or land border.