Short answer
Peru authorizes online casino and sports betting through MINCETUR under Law 31557 (amended by Law 31806) and Supreme Decree 005-2023-MINCETUR, in force since 9 February 2024. Authorizations last 6 years, renewable. Operators pay a 12% gaming tax on net win plus a 1% selective consumption tax (ISC) on each bet, and post a guarantee of the greater of 3% of prior-year net income or 600 UIT (≈ S/3.3m). A foreign company can apply directly with a Peru-domiciled legal representative.
Peru at a glance
- Regulator
- MINCETUR, through the DGJCMT; taxes collected by SUNAT; AML reports to UIF-Peru
- Primary law
- Law 31557 (2022), amended by Law 31806 (2023); Regulation DS 005-2023-MINCETUR, in force 9 February 2024
- Authorizations
- Platform exploitation — remote gaming and/or remote sports betting; platform and game homologation; B2B supplier registration
- Term
- 6 years, renewable for equal periods
- Decision
- MINCETUR has up to 30 business days on a complete file
- Market
- 96 authorizations held by 50 companies (MINCETUR register, August 2026)
- Domains
- .bet.pe, .bet, .com, .pe or .com.pe
Is Peru the right license for you?
A good fit when
- You want an early position in a growing, regulated Latin American market
- You can post a guarantee of about S/3.3m and run Peruvian tax compliance
- You are a supplier — registration is automatic on filing
Look elsewhere when
- Your margins cannot absorb 12% on net win plus 1% on turnover
- You want one license for several Latin American markets — Peru licenses Peru only
Peru license types
| License | Who needs it | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Platform exploitation authorization — remote gaming | Online casino operators | Separate from betting |
| Platform exploitation authorization — remote sports betting | Online sportsbooks | Separate from casino |
| Homologation (Certificado de Cumplimiento) | Every platform and game modality | Accredited laboratory certification |
| Supplier registration | Platform makers, game suppliers, payment gateways | Automatic approval on filing |
Peru license costs and tax
| Charge | Amount | When | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Platform authorization (TUPA) | S/ 273.10 | On filing | Banco de la Nación |
| Game-modality homologation (TUPA) | S/ 404.90 | Per modality | |
| Guarantee | ≥ 600 UIT (≈ S/3.3m) | Posted for one year, renewed annually | Law 31557 art. 24.4, as amended |
Tax
- Gaming tax
- 12% of net win, monthly; a fixed 2% maintenance allowance makes it about 11.76% effective
- Selective consumption tax (ISC)
- 1% of each bet since 1 July 2025 (0.3% from 20 January to 30 June 2025); under constitutional challenge but payable
- Corporate income tax
- 29.5%
Legal framework
| Instrument | What it does for you |
|---|---|
| Law 31557 (2022) | Authorization regime and 12% gaming tax |
| Law 31806 (2023) | Amendments, including the guarantee rule |
| Supreme Decree 005-2023-MINCETUR | Regulation; in force 9 February 2024 |
| Legislative Decree 1644 (2024) | Extends ISC to remote gaming and betting |
Local substance and eligibility
- Peruvian company, branch of a foreign company, or a foreign company applying directly
- Legal representative domiciled in Peru and a RUC tax number
- Platform, games and RNG certified by an accredited laboratory
- Guarantee posted after authorization and renewed every year
- AML programme reporting to UIF-Peru
Entity types, capital, local agents, tax and timing: Peru company formation.
How to get a Peru license
- Weeks 1–2
Choose the track
Peruvian entity, foreign branch or direct foreign authorization; scope casino and/or betting.
- Weeks 2–4
Representative and RUC
Appoint a Peru-domiciled legal representative and register for a RUC.
- Weeks 3–8
Prepare the dossier
Corporate, financial and technical files; apostille and translate foreign documents.
- Week 8
File on the MINCETUR extranet
Pay the TUPA fee.
- Weeks 8–14
Resolution and guarantee
Directorial resolution within 30 business days; post the guarantee.
- Weeks 14–20
Homologate and go live
Certify platform and games, register suppliers, register with SUNAT, launch on a Peru-facing domain.
Document checklist
Corporate
- Company documents (apostilled and translated)
- Legal representative power of attorney
- RUC registration
Financial
- Financial statements
- Guarantee instrument
Technical
- Laboratory certification of platform, games and RNG
- Domain details
- Supplier list
Compliance
- AML policies
- Responsible gaming and advertising controls
After the license
Taxes
Monthly 12% gaming tax and 1% ISC to SUNAT.
Guarantee
Renew every year.
Suppliers
Use only registered suppliers.
AML
Reports to UIF-Peru.
Peru compared
| Peru | Colombia | Chile | Curaçao | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual gov. cost | Small TUPA fees; guarantee ≥ S/3.3m | 811 SMMLV fixed right + 15% GGR | No license yet | ≈ €47,450 B2C · €24,500 B2B |
| Tax on GGR | 12% net win + 1% ISC on bets | 15% GGR rights + 16% consumption tax | To be set by law | 0% intl GGR |
| Time to license | 4–5 months | 4–6 months | Pending legislation | 2–5 months |
| Local substance | PE representative and RUC | CO company, CO platform, .co | Local incorporation (proposed) | Seat, MD, office, MLRO, key persons |
| Status | National license | National concession | Bill in the Senate | Offshore (Kingdom of NL) |
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Peru gambling license — FAQs
How much does a Peru online gambling license cost?
MINCETUR filing fees are small (about S/273 for the platform and S/405 per game modality), but you must post a guarantee of the greater of 3% of prior-year net income or 600 UIT (about S/3.3m), and pay 12% on net win plus 1% ISC on bets.
Can a foreign company get a Peruvian license?
Yes. A foreign company can apply directly if it appoints a legal representative domiciled in Peru and registers a RUC; a Peruvian company or branch is also possible.
How long does it take?
MINCETUR decides within 30 business days of a complete file; with preparation, homologation and the guarantee, plan 4–5 months to go live.
What is the gambling tax in Peru?
12% of net win (about 11.76% effective) plus 1% selective consumption tax on each bet, and 29.5% corporate income tax.
Sources
Figures were checked against the regulator and legislation listed below on 8 October 2026. Fees, tax rates and restricted-market lists change; confirm with us before you commit capital.
Find out if Peru fits before you pay a fee
We screen the ownership chain, check banking and payment fit for your markets, and price the full year-1 cost before anything is filed. Then we incorporate, prepare the dossier and handle the regulator through to go-live.
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