Agadir – Peru has eased travel rules for Moroccan citizens, allowing holders of valid Schengen or United States visas to visit the South American country for tourism without obtaining a separate Peruvian visa.
The measure was adopted through Supreme Decree No. 033-2026-RE, published in Peru’s official gazette El Peruano, which exempts Moroccan nationals holding ordinary passports from the tourist visa requirement, provided they possess a valid Schengen or US visa.
According to the decree, “nationals of the Kingdom of Morocco, holders of valid and current ordinary passports, who have a Schengen or United States of America visa, are exempt from the visa requirement for entry into Peruvian territory in the migratory status of tourist.”
Under the new rules, eligible Moroccan travelers may stay in Peru for up to 183 calendar days within one year, either through a single continuous visit or multiple stays.
The decree also requires that both the Moroccan passport and the Schengen or US visa presented at entry remain valid for at least six months from the date of arrival in Peru.
Peruvian authorities said the measure reflects international relations, noting that Morocco removed visa requirements for Peruvian citizens holding ordinary passports in 2017.
“Whereas, in 2017 the Kingdom of Morocco exempted nationals of the Republic of Peru holding ordinary passports from the visa requirement for tourism purposes,” the decree states, adding that “by virtue of the Principle of Reciprocity, it is considered advisable to proceed with similar treatment.”
The Peruvian government said the decision also aims to strengthen bilateral relations with Morocco, describing both countries as having “similar population size and economies” and sharing growing exchanges in economic, commercial, cultural and social fields.
The decree noted that Peru seeks to adopt measures that “stimulate and provide real promotion as a country open to tourism, investment, trade, and foreign capital,” while supporting the development of bilateral relations with Morocco.
