Requirements for Procedures at the Consulate of Peru in the United States (2026)

Updated information: Requirements may vary depending on the Peruvian consulate where you complete the procedure. Before you go, check whether you need an appointment and review the specific instructions for the corresponding office.

If you are a Peruvian resident in the United States, you can complete various procedures at Peru’s consulates, such as a biometric passport, DNI, civil registry services, powers of attorney, signature legalization, visas, and consular certificates.

Updated: This guide compiles the most common general requirements for Peruvian consular procedures in the United States during 2026.

Requirements for Peruvian consular procedures in the United States

Procedure	Main requirements
Biometric passport for adults	Valid Peruvian DNI or the corresponding identity document. Consular appointment request, depending on the office. Payment of the consular fee. The procedure must be done in person. No photo is required, since it is usually taken at the consulate.
Biometric passport for minors	The minor’s DNI, if they have one. The minor’s birth certificate. Parents’ Peruvian DNI or a valid identity document. The minor must be present. Both parents must be present, or the corresponding authorization if one cannot attend. Payment of the consular fee.
First-time DNI for adults	Peruvian birth certificate. Previous identity document, if you have one. Updated personal information. Payment of the consular fee, if applicable. Appointment, depending on the consulate.
DNI renewal or duplicate	Previous DNI, if you still have it. Updated personal information. Payment of the consular fee. In case of loss or theft, report the situation to the consulate. Appointment, if the office requires it.
Birth registration of a child of a Peruvian born in the United States	Registration application. U.S. birth certificate in long-form or full format. DNI of the Peruvian father or mother. Passport or identity document of the foreign father or mother, if applicable. Peruvian marriage certificate, if the parents are married under Peruvian law. Presence of one or both parents, depending on the case.
Registration of a marriage celebrated in the United States	Marriage certificate issued by the U.S. authority. DNI of the Peruvian spouse. Identity document or passport of the foreign spouse, if applicable. Consular form or application. Appointment, if the consulate requires it.
Death registration	Death certificate issued by the local authority. DNI or Peruvian document of the deceased person, if available. Identity document of the declarant. Consular registration application.
Certified copy of a consular record	Full details of the record requested. Identity document of the applicant. Payment for an additional copy, when applicable. Indicate whether you are requesting a birth, marriage, or death record.
Power of attorney letter with legalized signature	Pre-drafted text of the power of attorney letter. The document must be signed in front of the consular officer. Valid DNI if the grantor is Peruvian. Passport or other valid document if the grantor is a foreign national. Full details of the authorized person in Peru. Payment of the consular fee.
Power of attorney outside the registry	Valid DNI of the Peruvian grantor. Full details of the attorney-in-fact in Peru. Clear description of the powers being granted. Document or draft, if the consulate requests it. Payment of the consular fee. Appointment for notarial services.
Power of attorney by public deed	Draft or text of the power of attorney, depending on the type of procedure. Valid DNI of the Peruvian grantor. Full details of the attorney-in-fact. Supporting documents, if the power of attorney is for a sale, inheritance, banking procedures, or other specific acts. Prior review by the consulate’s notarial area. Payment of the consular fee and additional costs, if applicable.
Signature legalization	Private document prepared, but not signed. Applicant’s signature in the presence of the consular officer. Valid DNI for Peruvian citizens. Passport or valid document for foreign nationals. Payment of the consular fee.
Travel authorization for a minor	DNI or identity document of the parent or guardian granting authorization. Minor’s identity document. Trip details: destination, dates, and accompanying person. Identity document of the person traveling with the minor, if applicable. Payment of the consular fee.
Criminal record certificate	Valid Peruvian DNI. Certificate request. Payment of the consular fee. Appointment or request through the channel indicated by the consulate.
Consular registration certificate	Peruvian DNI or passport. U.S. residency information. Certificate request. Payment of the consular fee, if applicable.
Tourist visa to enter Peru	Valid passport. Visa application form. Photo, if the consulate requests it. Flight reservation or travel itinerary. Proof of financial solvency. Document proving legal residence in the United States, if applicable. Payment of the consular fee. Visa issuance is subject to consular evaluation.
Business visa to enter Peru	Valid passport. Visa application form. Company letter explaining the purpose of the trip. Invitation letter from a company or institution in Peru, if applicable. Itinerary or travel reservation. Proof of financial solvency. Payment of the consular fee. Consulate evaluation and approval.

Important: Requirements may change depending on the city, the type of procedure, and the applicant’s personal situation. Some consulates ask that documents be sent by email before granting the appointment.

Documents you should review before going to the consulate

Valid Peruvian DNI.
Valid Peruvian or foreign passport, if applicable.
Birth, marriage, or death certificates, depending on the procedure.
Documents issued in the United States in long-form or certified format, when applicable.
Payment receipts or a payment method accepted by the consulate.
Consular form or application for the procedure.
Copy of the consular appointment, if the office uses an appointment system.

Which procedures require in-person attendance?

In general, the following procedures require the interested person to appear in person at the consulate:

Biometric passport application.
DNI procedures.
Signing power of attorney letters.
Notarial powers of attorney.
Signature legalization.
Travel authorization for minors.
Procedures that require biometric data capture or signing in front of a consular officer.

Requirements for minors

When the procedure is for a minor, additional documentation from the parents or legal representatives is usually requested.

Minor’s identity document.
Parents’ DNI or passport.
Minor’s birth certificate.
Minor’s presence when the procedure is for a passport or identification.
Authorization from the absent parent, if applicable.
Court or custody documents, if applicable.

Do I need an appointment to complete procedures at the Peruvian Consulate?

Most Peruvian consulates in the United States handle many procedures by appointment. However, the appointment system, contact emails, and hours may vary by consular office.

Before you go, check the official website of the consulate that corresponds to you and confirm:

Whether the procedure requires an appointment.
Whether you must email documents before the appointment.
The accepted payment method.
Office hours.
Whether the procedure is completed in person, by mail, or through a mixed process.

Payment methods

Payment methods may vary depending on the consulate and the procedure. In general, some offices may accept:

Cash.
Credit card.
Debit card.
Money order.

Note: Some consulates may request exact cash or apply surcharges for card payments. Always review the office’s instructions before you go.

Free procedures or procedures with no initial cost

Some consular civil registry procedures may have no fee for the initial registration.

Birth registration.
First copy of the consular birth certificate.
Marriage registration.
First copy of the consular marriage certificate.
Death registration.
First copy of the consular death certificate.

Additional copies, corrections, or other related services may have a fee.

Tips before your consular appointment

Arrive early at the consulate.
Bring original documents and plain copies.
Check that your DNI is valid or ask what to do if it is expired.
Do not sign notarial documents before arriving if they must be signed in front of the consular officer.
Confirm the payment method accepted by the office.
Check whether you need to email documents before the appointment.

Peruvian Consulates in the United States

Peruvian consular procedures in the United States are carried out at offices such as Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Hartford, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Paterson, Phoenix, Salt Lake City, San Francisco, Seattle, Orlando, and Washington, D.C.

You must complete the procedure at the consulate that corresponds to your place of residence or consular jurisdiction.

What do you need to do now?

Make an appointment at a consulate

Requirements

Procedure fees