Dominican RepublicPeru: Visa-free

Dominican RepublicPeru

Do Dominican Republic passport holders need a visa for Peru?

Visa-free

No. Dominican Republic passport holders do not need a visa to visit Peru for tourism for stays of up to 2 months.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Source: cdn.www.gob.pe (checked July 19, 2026).

RequirementVisa-free

Maximum stay2 months

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-14

Distance3,489 km, straight line (~4h 36m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Peru148 of 242 nationalities tracked

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Frequently asked questions

Do Dominican Republic passport holders need a visa for Peru?

No. Dominican Republic passport holders do not need a visa to visit Peru for tourism for stays of up to 2 months.

How long can Dominican Republic citizens stay in Peru without a visa?

Up to 2 months, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Peru from Dominican Republic?

About 3,489 km in a straight line, roughly ~4h 36m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Peru?

Peruvian sol (PEN).

What is the emergency number in Peru?

105 / 106 / 111 / 116 / 117 / 911.

What time zone is Peru in?

Lima (UTC-5).

What is the nearest airport to Lima?

Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM), about 11 km away.

How many countries can enter Peru without a visa?

148 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Peru visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic is an island country on the eastern part of the Caribbean island of Hispaniola in the Greater Antilles of the Caribbean Sea in the North Atlantic Ocean. It shares a maritime border with Puerto Rico to the east and a land border with Haiti to the west, occupying the eastern five-eighths of Hispaniola which, along with Saint Martin, is one of only two islands in the Caribbean shared by two sovereign states. In the Antilles, the country is the second-largest by area after Cuba at 48,671 square kilometers (18,792 sq mi) and the second most populous after Haiti with approximately 11.4 million people in 2024, of whom 3.6 million reside in the metropolitan area of Santo Domingo, the capital city.

CapitalSanto Domingo

RegionCaribbean

Population11.5M

Area48,671 km²

CurrencyDominican peso (1 USD ≈ 61.29 DOP)

LanguagesSpanish

Calling code+1809, +1829, +1849

Drives on theright

TimezoneSanto Domingo (UTC-4)

Nearest airportLa Isabela International Airport (JBQ), 14 km

Emergency number911

UNESCO sites2

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$11,059 (2025)

Tourist arrivals2.7M (2020)

Climate in Santo Domingo

Warmest August, coolest March, driest December, sunniest May. Best time to visit: January, February, March, April, May, June, December.

Monthly climate normals for Santo Domingo, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	28.7°C	21.4°C	44mm	324h
February	29.1°C	21.5°C	58mm	314h
March	28.1°C	20.9°C	66mm	351h
April	29.1°C	22.3°C	44mm	352h
May	29.7°C	23.7°C	57mm	375h
June	31.1°C	24°C	69mm	365h
July	30.9°C	24.2°C	161mm	347h
August	31.1°C	24.5°C	213mm	344h
September	30.4°C	23.9°C	127mm	303h
October	29.7°C	23.5°C	137mm	307h
November	28.2°C	22.6°C	233mm	275h
December	28.1°C	21.5°C	43mm	327h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

The Dominican Republic is a Caribbean country that occupies the eastern half of the island of Hispaniola, which it shares with Haiti. Besides white sand beaches and mountain landscapes, the country is home to the oldest European city in the Americas, now part of Santo Domingo. Due to its Hispanic heritage, the Dominican Republic is called the Cradle of the Americas.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Colonial City of Santo Domingo
Iglesia de Las Mercedes

Upcoming public holidays

September 24, 2026Nuestra Senora de las Mercedes

November 6, 2026Día de la Constitución

December 25, 2026Navidad

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About Peru

Peru, officially the Republic of Peru, is a country in western South America. It is bordered to the north by Ecuador and Colombia, to the east by Brazil, to the southeast by Bolivia, to the south by Chile, and to the south and west by the Pacific Ocean. Peru is a megadiverse country, with habitats ranging from the arid plains of the Pacific coastal region in the west, to the peaks of the Andes mountains extending from the north to the southeast of the country, to the tropical Amazon basin rainforest in the east with the Amazon River. Peru has a population of over 32 million, and its capital and largest city is Lima. At 1,285,216 km2 (496,225 sq mi), Peru is the 19th largest country in the world, and the third largest in South America.

CapitalLima

RegionSouth America

Population34.6M

Area1,285,216 km²

CurrencyPeruvian sol (1 USD ≈ 3.44 PEN)

LanguagesAymara, Quechua, Spanish

Calling code+51

Drives on theright

TimezoneLima (UTC-5)

Nearest airportJorge Chávez International Airport (LIM), 11 km

Emergency number105 / 106 / 111 / 116 / 117 / 911

UNESCO sites72

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$9,684 (2025)

Tourist arrivals1.1M (2020)

Climate in Lima

Warmest March, coolest August, driest July, sunniest October. Best time to visit: April, May.

Monthly climate normals for Lima, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	24.6°C	20.5°C	10mm	328h
February	25.3°C	21.3°C	5mm	309h
March	25.5°C	21.2°C	10mm	338h
April	23.4°C	19°C	1mm	340h
May	21.3°C	17°C	1mm	329h
June	19.1°C	15.2°C	2mm	308h
July	17.8°C	13.6°C	0mm	326h
August	17.6°C	13.6°C	0mm	326h
September	18°C	13.7°C	0mm	329h
October	19.4°C	15°C	1mm	358h
November	19.8°C	15.5°C	1mm	348h
December	21.6°C	17.8°C	17mm	312h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Peru is without a doubt one of the most captivating countries in South America. Home of the epic lost Inca citadel of Machu Picchu and the mind-blowing Nazca Lines, this country's unique past awakens the adventurer in travellers of all sorts. Its awe-inspiring scenery varies from the wild Amazon jungles to vast coastal deserts and the icy peaks of the Andes. Peru hosts a biodiversity rarely seen within the limits of a single country, with a list of spectacular wildlife far beyond the well-known llamas and circling condors. On top of all that, Peru's friendly, multi-ethnic people are a cultural treasure on their own. The enchanting mix of dozens of distinct indigenous groups, mestizos and criollos, all with their own colourful traditions and food delicacies, is an encounter you won't easily forget.

Upcoming public holidays

October 8, 2026Combate de Angamos

November 1, 2026Día de Todos los Santos

December 8, 2026Inmaculada Concepción

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