MERCOSUR Temporary Residence (Acuerdos Internacionales - MERCOSUR Temporal)

Work PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed Remote Work

At a Glance

Processing Time

1-3 months

Estimated Cost

Not confirmed

Set by TUPA

Stay Duration

2 years

Not renewable

Renewal

Not renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

Yes

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote work OK

Overview

Two-year temporary residence for nationals of MERCOSUR member and associate states, granting work and social services access.

The MERCOSUR Temporary Residence visa is rooted in the MERCOSUR Residence Agreement, a regional framework designed to facilitate the free movement of people among member and associate states. Established to foster deeper regional integration, this visa fills the gap for nationals of signatory countries who wish to live and work in Peru without the complexities of traditional work visa sponsorship. It serves as a foundational step for regional citizens to regularize their status, providing a standardized, accessible pathway to legal residency based on nationality rather than specific employment or investment criteria.

This visa is intended for nationals of MERCOSUR member and associate states, including countries like Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, and Uruguay. It is ideal for individuals seeking to relocate to Peru for work, study, or personal reasons. What makes this category distinctive is its streamlined nature; it prioritizes regional ties, allowing applicants to obtain a two-year temporary residence permit primarily by proving their nationality and maintaining a clean criminal record, thereby simplifying the immigration process for regional neighbors.