2024-03-16 06:24:21
The National Immigration Superintendency announced that it is ready to broadcast electronic passports with a duration of 10 years, once the supreme decree that will update the Single Text of Administrative Procedures (TUPA). The technological adaptation Necessary for this change was completed last year, and the regulatory amendment is expected to be completed soon to allow the implementation of this measure.
The update in the duration of passports occurs following the approval of Law No. 31678, in February 2023, which significantly extends the validity of these documents. As established by law, the validity of electronic passports will be 3 years for children from 0 to 12 years old, 5 years for adolescents from 12 to 17 years old, and 10 years for citizens over 18.
These changes have the objective of optimizing administrative procedures for Peruvian citizens; However, the entity announced that this would imply an increase of 20 soles over the current price of S/ 98.60 for the issuance of the new passports with a longer duration.
Passport issuance will begin in June
Superintendent Armando García Chunga and Alberto Farje Horna, General Director of Peruvian Communities Abroad and Consular Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, have confirmed that the issuance of the new documents will begin in June, both in national territory and abroad.
This advance represents not only a technological improvement, but also an effort to meet the high demand for these identity and travel documents. From the beginning of 2023, Migrations has issued more than 1.2 million electronic passports, marking a monthly record of issuance of 120 thousand documents in February of this year.
These numbers reflect the entity’s commitment to facilitating and improving administrative processes that involve Peruvians, both inside and outside the country.
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How much will a 10-year passport cost?
The new electronic passport with a 10-year validity will have a slightly higher cost than the current one. An increase of 20 soles over the current price of S/98.60 is expected. This increase is due to the technological and security improvements incorporated into the document, as well as the extension of its validity.
What are the security measures of the new electronic passport?
Peru’s new electronic passport has several security measures to protect the holder’s personal information and prevent fraud and forgery. Some of the most notable security measures include:
Where is the Peruvian passport in the world ranking?
The Peruvian passport is in position 35 in the world ranking, according to the Global Passport Ranking by Henley & Partners. This privileged place allows Peruvians to access 142 countries without the need for a prior visa, which considerably facilitates international travel.
This rise in the ranking reflects improvements in mobility and the international perception of the Peruvian passport. Over the last decade, the travel document has advanced from 50th to 35th place, demonstrating the country’s commitment to increasing global accessibility for its citizens.
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