Peru at a glance
| Residency | Rentista · USD 1,000/mo pension |
|---|---|
| Status | Indefinite · No dependent add-on |
| VA presence | None · FMP reimbursement |
| Time zone | UTC-5 · Currency: sol |
| Cost of living | Roughly USD 1,200–1,800 a month. |
| Money · language · time | Peruvian sol (PEN) · Spanish · UTC-5 |
Entering Peru
Tourist stays are granted at the officer's discretion.
Long-stay and retirement visas
- Rentista: permanent passive income or a pension of at least USD 1,000/month. The residency is indefinite.
VA care and benefits in Peru
No VA facilities. Foreign Medical Program reimbursement.
Vets in Peru are already in the group
Ask about visas, hospitals and FMP claims from people who've done it there.
Healthcare
Clínica Anglo Americana, Ricardo Palma and Delgado in Lima. Limited outside the capital.
Where veterans live
- Lima (Miraflores, Barranco): Best healthcare in the country.
- Arequipa: Sunny, lower cost.
- Cusco / Sacred Valley: Scenic, but at high altitude.
Cost of living and property
Roughly USD 1,200–1,800 a month. Costs vary a lot by city and lifestyle, and health insurance is extra.
Allowed, except within 50 km of borders.
Watch out for
Express kidnappings, and remote border areas with the highest advisory level.
Veteran organizations
None confirmed. See all veteran organizations abroad.
Last reviewed November 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.
