There have been a few major changes to Peru’s visa system. Some visa types no longer exist, some have changed significantly, and others are waiting for the final seal of approval. However, despite this, Peru remains a relatively easy country in which to obtain permanent residency.Immigration offices are located in most major cities but all … Read more
Lima is the capital of Peru, and one of the largest cities in South America. Given its size, it is unsurprising that Lima is home to a lot of LGBT+ life. However, given that it is also a Peruvian city, views towards queer people can be very conservative compared to more liberal parts of the … Read more
Applying for a work permit in another country is always a complex process. The first thing to note about Peru is that the nation does not have a work permit as such; it has a work visa, known as the visa de trabajo.Your ability to work legally in Peru starts when you get your immigration … Read more
Who are you? Hello, I’m Federica, 23 years old. I’m from Rome, Italy. Where, when and why did you move abroad? I moved to Lima three weeks ago! I moved here because I always wanted to visit Peru.I remember when I was a child I read this book about Peru. It was about its amazing … Read more
Peru is perhaps best known for the ancient Inca city of Machu Picchu, which is one of the most visited destinations in the world. It is also home to many coastal cities that enjoy gorgeous weather all year round. The country offers an affordable cost of living to expats, along with a rich cultural experience … Read more
Who are you? My name is Jacques Kotze-Garcia, I am from South Africa and moved to Peru in early 2016.Where, when and why did you move abroad? I married a Peruvian diplomat who was posted in my country and moved here because the posting had come to an end, generally a posting is 3 years … Read more
The land of Machu Picchu makes an unusual but undeniably interesting expat destination. Visitors are enthralled by Peru’s scenic beauty and warm people. There are plenty of historical sites that give you a glimpse into this ancient South American country’s colorful past. Its warm weather and laidback yet affordable lifestyle are added benefits, especially for … Read more
At Expat Focus, we like to be on the lookout for resources around the web that could help prospective expats adjust to their new countries. Today, we’re taking a look at Peru and some of the social media accounts you should be following if you’re thinking of moving there.Expat PeruFacebook Page | Twitter With 6,000+ … Read more
Who are you? My name is Amy and I am originally from a suburb of Chicago Illinois. I am a mother, wife, teacher, singer and violinist. I like to write when I can as well.Where, when and why did you move abroad? I moved abroad to Peru in August of 2010 and stayed. I originally … Read more
Who are you? My name’s Jessica! I’m originally from Ft. Thomas, Kentucky (population about 16,000), but now I’m living with my husband in Lima, Peru (population about 8.5 million). I love the city, the language, the food, the people, but obviously my total lack of city survival skills can make my city-smart hombre a little … Read more