Peru · Skilled Worker Visa

Trabajador Temporal (Temporary Worker)

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✓ Verified against the official government source · Last verified 2026-06-24 · Our methodology
5.5/10 diff
Challenging

Mismas actividades que Trabajador Residente pero sin ánimo de residencia. Otorgada por MIGRACIONES. Permite múltiples en…

Min income
Processing
30+ days
Path to PR
No
Job offer
Required
Direct answer

Mismas actividades que Trabajador Residente pero sin ánimo de residencia. Otorgada por MIGRACIONES. Permite múltiples entradas. 183 días en 365 días, prorrogable por el mismo plazo. Solicitud S/58.80 + prórroga S/17.70 (TUPA Migraciones).

At a Glance

Visa Duration
6 months
Processing Time
30+ days
Min Income
Path to PR
No
Difficulty
5/10 — Challenging

Eligibility Requirements

RequirementDetails
Age Range18+
Job Offer RequiredYes
Sponsorship RequiredYes
Health Insurance RequiredNo

Family & Rights

RightDetails
Path to Permanent ResidencyNo

Related Pathways

Cost of Living

Lima
Single (monthly)€921
Family (monthly)€1,842
Rent 1BR (center)€461
Groceries€46
Transport pass€55
Cusco
Single (monthly)€737
Family (monthly)€1,842
Rent 1BR (center)€184
Groceries€184
Transport pass€44
Arequipa
Single (monthly)€352
Family (monthly)€797
Rent 1BR (center)€276
Groceries€15
Transport pass€15

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Trabajador Temporal (Temporary Worker)?

Mismas actividades que Trabajador Residente pero sin ánimo de residencia. Otorgada por MIGRACIONES. Permite múltiples entradas. 183 días en 365 días, prorrogable por el mismo plazo. Solicitud S/58.80 + prórroga S/17.70 (TUPA Migraciones).

Can the Trabajador Temporal (Temporary Worker) lead to permanent residency?

No — this is a temporary pathway and does not itself lead to permanent residence. Holders often switch to a different route to pursue settlement.

Are there alternative pathways to Peru?

Yes. Peru offers 11 other immigration pathways. Compare all options on our Peru country page.

What is the cost of living in Peru?

Monthly costs for a single person in city center: Lima: €921/mo; Cusco: €737/mo; Arequipa: €352/mo. These include rent, groceries, transport, and utilities.

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Data last verified: 2026-06-24 · See our methodology

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