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Published: 06 May 2021

Established in 1551 as the first official university on the American continent, the Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos (UNMSM) is not only the oldest and the longest continuously operating university in the Americas, but also the most respected higher-education institution in Peru.

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Sunflower Updated May 06, 2021

The Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia (UPCH) - Cayetano Heredia University is a private, non-profit higher education institution in Lima and considered one of the top 2 medical schools in Peru.

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Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (PUCP)

Founded in 1907 by Catholic priest Father Jorge Dintilhac of the Congregation of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary, the Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (PUCP) - Pontifical Catholic University of Peru is a non-profit private higher education institution in Lima.

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Lomo Saltado is one of the most popular and iconic Peruvian dishes. It is a comfort food that can be found nearly everywhere in Peru, prepared at home for family and friends, in simple restaurants and up-scale places alike, and…

Peru’s national drink and most popular cocktail is surely the famous Pisco Sour. It is the welcome drink in Peru and served for literally any occasion.

Peruvian Leche de Tigre
In the original sense, Leche de Tigre (meaning Tiger’s Milk), is the marinating liquid left on the plate after having finished a Ceviche,…
Salsa Criolla
Salsa Criolla probably is the most important and most popular side dish in Peru. Prepared with red onions, aji amarillo, the juice of…
Tequeños
Tequeños are known in all Latin America. In Peru, they are very popular as starter, light lunch or small snack in the evening at a bar…
Tres Leches
Peru’s celebrated cuisine is not only about famous chefs, outstanding dishes or the abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables, but as well…
Papa Rellena
Papa rellena, meaning stuffed potato, is a traditional and popular dish full of Peruvian flavors which is eaten as starter, for lunch or…
Tamales
Tamales are a very traditional Latin American dish. In Peru Tamales come in many forms and sizes. Each region, even each town or family has…
Peruvian Chilcano (Chilcanito) Cocktail
Chilcano, or also known as Chilcanito, is one of the most popular long drinks in Peru - and my personal favorite. It is based on Peru’s…
Alfajores
Creamy, sweet Manjar Blanco embedded in two almost powdery cookies, this is a traditional, absolutely delicious and addicting Peruvian…
Cremolada
A Cremolada is something between an ice cream and a flavorful fruit drink; comparable to slush, but made with lots of fresh fruit pulp,…
Crema Volteada
Crema Volteada, literally meaning "upside down cream", is probably better known as the Peruvian version of Crème Caramel. Sweet and rich…

During the internal evaluation and approval process of your visa application (Cambio de calidad migratoria) or of the application for the extension of your visa, Migraciones may discover that you haven’t uploaded all required…

During the internal evaluation and approval process of any application on the Agencia Digital, Migraciones may discover that you haven’t uploaded all required documents, that an uploaded document isn’t to their liking or they…

Amnesty for Migraciones fines
On May 2, 2023, the Peruvian government put a law (Ley 31732) into effect granting foreigners, who violated…
Update your information in the Migraciones database
If any of your information, which is printed on your carné or which is registered in the Migraciones…
Replacement for a lost, stolen or damaged carné
Foreigners whose carné de extranjería (CE) or CTM or CPP has been stolen, lost or damaged must apply for the…
Renewal of the Carné de Extranjería
When your Peruvian residence visa is approved, you get the Carné de Extranjería, your Peruvian foreigner ID.…
Residence visa extension in Peru
In Peru, a residence visa, so the permit allowing you to live in the country (not the carné, the card), is…
Peruvian Overstay Fine for tourists
Tourists who stayed longer than the number of days they were given when they entered Peru must pay a fine…
Travel authorization for Peruvian minors and underage foreign residents
Peruvian minors but as well underage foreign residents need a special travel authorization to travel abroad…
International document corresponding to the Antecedentes policiales, penales and judiciales in Peru
One of the requirements to apply for a resident visa in Peru or to change your visa type, for example from a…
How many days did I get when entering Peru?
While during the height of the Corona pandemic Peru eliminated the stamping of passports when entering the…
Health Declaration for entering Peru
Until October 12, 2022 everyone - visitor, resident and Peruvian; adult and child; vaccinated or unvaccinated…

Foreigners who travel temporary to Peru for business related reasons that do not include actual labor or gainful employment have to apply for a business visa at a Peruvian consulate before entering the country or, if they can…

On November 14, 2023, a modification of the Foreigner Law, Decreto Legislativo 1582, was published introducing a resident visa for digital nomads, remote workers and freelancers in Peru for the first time.

Peruvian Family Visa
Some family members of Peruvian nationals and foreigners with a resident status in Peru have the right to a family union and can apply for…
Peruvian Religious Visa
Priests, nuns, and missionaries, who want to stay in Peru to perform religious or missionary activities, can apply for a religious visa,…
Peruvian residence visa application from abroad
Foreign nationals, who want to apply for a residence visa in Peru (for example because they are married to a Peruvian, found work in Peru,…
Peruvian Retirement Visa
Foreigners, who receive a state or private pension including social security pension, government pension, employment related pension, union…
Peruvian Student Visa
Foreigners planning to study at a Peruvian educational institution or to do an internship / apprenticeship (without payment!) at a Peruvian…
Peruvian Tourist Visa
When planning a trip to Peru, eventually bureaucratic and visa related matters come to mind. As finding detailed and up-to-date information…
Peruvian Volunteer Visa - Visa cooperante
While Peru has a volunteer visa, the so-called “visa cooperante” (cooperation visa), getting one is such a bureaucratic mess and in most…
Peruvian Work Visa
Foreigners who have a valid and legally signed work contract with a Peruvian company that was approved by the Peruvian Labor Ministry or…

The 2021 presidential election saw far-left Pedro Castillo, a political greenhorn in Lima, and hard-right Keiko Fujimori, who is not only the daughter of former president Alberto Fujimori, but as well an old-timer on the…

José Pedro Castillo Terrones is a former member of the Rondas campesinas, elementary school teacher and union leader. He was the President of Peru from July 28, 2021 until he was removed from office on December 7, 2022.

The Thunder God´s Son
On Acuri's thirteenth birthday, his father, the thunder god Paricaca, said: "My son, disguise yourself as a…
La Madre - The Mother
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The incredible journey of the Shipibo
A long time ago, the Shipibo of the Ucayali River lived in Cumancava, a place surrounded by rain forests,…
Ukuku - the son of the bear
Something or someone made a terrible noise in the bush. So long and deep was that noise that one of Paulita’s…
The Fox and the cunning Cuy (Guinea Pig)
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Maria Reiche (1903-1998)
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The Mystery of the Nazca Lines in Peru
In the 1920s, when people first flew across southern Peru, they made an astonishing discovery. Stretching…
San Martin de Porres (1579-1639)
As a mixed-race man born in Peru, Saint Martin de Porres is a representative of three continents; his mother…
Martin de Porres – The Rose in the Desert
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Hualachi and the Magic Sandals
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Builders of the Republic - Bicentenary 1821–2021 Coin Series
In commemoration of the bicentenary of Peru's independence from Spain, the Peruvian Central Reserve Bank…
Threatened Wildlife of Peru Coin Series
The numismatic series "Fauna Silvestre Amenazada del Perú" (Threatened Wildlife of Peru) was issued by the…
Natural Resources of Peru Coin Series
The numismatic series "Recursos Naturales del Peru" (Natural Resources of Peru) was issued by the Peruvian…
Wealth and Pride of Peru Coin Series
The numismatic series "Riqueza y Orgullo del Perú" (Wealth and Pride of Peru) was issued by the Peruvian…
Current Peruvian Banknotes
The current banknotes of Peru are not only lovely with famous Peruvian personalities on the front and either…
Tipping in Peru
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Money Transfers to and from Peru
With Peru becoming extremely attractive with travelers, expats and investors over the past years, and family…
ATMs - Credit Cards - Traveler's Cheques
When traveling you of course need money. Even though debit and credit cards are at least in major cities…
Changing Money in Peru
In Peru US Dollars and Euros can be exchanged to local currency, the Peruvian Sol, easily without…
How to distinguish between real and fake Peruvian money
Over the past decade Peru established itself as the world leader in counterfeit money output producing the…

Lima’s New Airport Terminal to open in June
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New lizard species discovered in Peru
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Peru has the second-worst drivers in the world
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Machu Picchu reopens for the first time after the social outbreak
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Labor Day in Peru
As in many countries around the globe, Peru commemorates the labor movement and the achievement of workers’ rights on May 1.

Virgin of Chapi celebration in Arequipa
Each year between April 29 and May 2 - with May 1 being the central day - Arequipa celebrates its patron saint, the Virgin of Chapi with the largest religious festivity in the area.

Date : Thursday, 01 May 2025

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Festival of the Crosses
The Festival of the Crosses, also known as Cruces de Mayo (May Crosses Festival), was introduced to Peru by the Spaniards and is celebrated in Peru mostly in towns in the Andean highlands on May 3.

Date : Saturday, 03 May 2025

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Mother's Day in Peru
Mother’s Day in Peru is celebrated on the second Sunday in May; and Peruvians are extremely enthusiastic about honoring and praising their moms dedicating themselves to make this day extra special.

Date : Sunday, 11 May 2025

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Festival of the Lord of Torrechayoc in Urubamba
One of the most important religious festivities in the Sacred Valley, is the celebration in honor of the Lord of Torrechayoc (Señor de Torrechayoc), the patron saint of Urubamba.

Date : Monday, 19 May 2025

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Clown Day in Lima - Dia del Payaso Peruano
Each year on May 25, Peru celebrates the Peruvian Clown Day in honor of José Alvarez Vélez, better known as Tony Perejil, a popular clown who died on that day in 1987.

Date : Sunday, 25 May 2025

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Day of Native Languages in Peru
Peru celebrates the diversity of its native languages and cultural traditions on the Dia de las Lenguas Originarias (Day of the Native Languages) each year on May 27.

Date : Tuesday, 27 May 2025

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National Potato Day in Peru
On May 30 is National Potato Day in Peru, the day each year to pay homage and celebrate one of the most important food crops in the world originating in Peru.

Date : Friday, 30 May 2025