Peru has accepted apostilles since 2010. U.S. documents most often go there for residence visas, including for retirees and spouses, for marriage, and for property.
Peruvian offices want a Spanish translation by a certified public translator in Peru, made after the apostille.
At a glance
Why U.S. documents go to Peru
| Purpose | Documents usually apostilled |
|---|---|
| Residence visas | FBI check, marriage certificate, income proof |
| Marriage | Birth certificate, single status affidavit |
| Property | Power of attorney |
Translation
Spanish translation by a certified public translator in Peru. Translate after the apostille, so it is translated too. See translation requirements.
Things worth knowing
- Recent documents are commonly expected for residence and marriage.
- State or federal? A document issued by a state or county, or notarized, is apostilled by that state. One issued by a federal agency, such as an FBI check, by the U.S. Department of State.
How it works
Step 1
Tell us the documents
And what they are for in Peru.
Step 2
We check each one
Certified, notarized where needed, and recent enough.
Step 3
State and federal apostilles
Together, in one order.
Step 4
Back to you
Ready to translate and submit in Peru.
Apostille for Peru: common questions
Does Peru accept apostilles?
Yes. Peru has been a party to the Hague Apostille Convention since 30 September 2010, so a U.S. apostille is all the certification it needs. No embassy step is involved.
Do I need a translation for Peru?
Spanish translation by a certified public translator in Peru.
Who apostilles my document?
The state that issued it, or where it was notarized. Federal documents such as an FBI check go to the U.S. Department of State. See apostille by state.
Official sources
Requirements, fees and processing times are set by the authorities below and can change without notice. Verify anything time-critical directly with them.
HCCH Apostille Convention status table
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