Other Documents

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED TO OBTAIN RESIDENT VISA FOR YOUR DEPENDENTS

1. Original Marriage Certificate ( if spouse is your dependent ) authenticated by the Peruvian Consulate.
2. Original Children’s Birth Certificates ( if applicable ) authenticated by the Peruvian Consulate. To be kept by the Peruvian Immigration Office.
3. Original Children’s Adoption Decree of Letter of Guardianship (if applicable) authenticated by the Peruvian Consulate. To be kept by the Peruvian Immigration Office

Your dependents will enter the country on a Tourist visa.

OTHER IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS

All of your documents must have the same name and signature

Passport: Your passport and that of your family members must be valid for at least two years from July 2010, and must have at least three consecutive blank pages.
If you have changed your name from maiden to married name, it is advisable to obtain a new passport. To avoid confusion and delays, all of your documents should have the exact same name as in your passport.

Driver’s License: If you are planning to drive in Peru, you must have an International Driver’s License. You can get one at your nearest AAA office. This license allows you to drive in Peru for 01 year. If you do plan to drive, we would highly recommend you to get a Peruvian driver's license soon after your arrival.

School Records: For your children, if applicable.

Immunization Records: For you and your family.

Frequent Flyer Card: Get one from your favorite airline for each family member. The US airlines that fly into Lima are American, Continental and Delta. You will accumulate many miles traveling back and forth from Peru.

Tax Forms: US citizens: Bring tax forms and a copy of your most recent income tax return. Perhaps it may be helpful to bring the name and number of your tax expert who will help you file your taxes. The US Embassy provides tax forms but no other additional assistance with filing taxes.