Peru has one of the most structured and promising online gambling frameworks in Latin America.
Since the implementation of Law No. 31557, all operators offering online casino or sports betting services in the country must hold an official license issued by the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (MINCETUR).
At Itzitip, we help operators navigate the entire licensing process, from selecting the right legal structure and preparing all required documentation, to coordinating the certification of your platform and submitting the application.
✅ Key requirements to apply
- The license can be held by:
- A Peruvian company
- A foreign company
- Or a Peruvian subsidiary of a foreign company
We can assist you in setting up the right structure for your case, including company incorporation and legal representation in Peru.
- Your gaming platform must be:
- Certified by an authorized lab
- Registered with MINCETUR before the license application
- You must appoint a legal representative in Peru, and submit:
- Corporate, financial and technical documentation
- Declarations of shareholder structures, source of funds, and KYC protocols
- A full list of games, suppliers and software components (each registered with MINCETUR)
Once approved, the license is valid for 6 years and non-transferable.
📋 Ongoing obligations after licensing
Once licensed, operators must:
- Store player data locally and provide real-time access to regulators and tax authorities
- Pay a monthly gaming tax of 12% on net income (bets minus payouts), with a 2% deduction for platform maintenance
- Renew their financial guarantee annually (approx. USD 650.000 or 3% of last year’s net income)
- Maintain certified software and full compliance with AML and consumer protection laws
🧩 How Itzitip can help
We offer different flexible ways to support your licensing process in Peru, depending on the level of involvement you prefer:
Option 1 – Direct connection with a local legal expert
We can put you in contact with one of our trusted legal partners in Peru, who will handle the full licensing process on your behalf.
This includes company incorporation (if needed), legal representation, document preparation, submission to MINCETUR, and communication with the regulator.
This is a great option if you want to work directly with a Peruvian lawyer who already understands the licensing framework inside out.
Option 2 – Full project management by Itzitip
Alternatively, we can act as your project manager, coordinating the entire licensing process between your team and our legal partners. This service includes:
- Legal entity setup or subsidiary registration
- Legal representation coordination
- Coordination with test labs for platform certification
- Review and preparation of technical and legal documentation
- Submission of the license application to MINCETUR
- Ongoing advisory to ensure compliance with Peruvian law
- Direct communication and follow-up with all parties involved
This option provides you with a single point of contact throughout the process, ensuring everything runs smoothly and nothing is missed.
Cost of Itzitip project management service: USD 2.000 (one-time fee)
Let us know which option best fits your needs — we’re ready to help you move forward.
💰 Estimated cost
| Item | Cost |
| License application (legal & consulting) | USD 15.000 – 20.000+ VAT |
| Legal representation in Peru | USD 1.500 – 2.000/year + VAT |
| Company or subsidiary setup | USD 2.000 – 5.000 + VAT |
| Initial general manager service (optional) | USD 1.500 – 3.000 + VAT |
| Financial guarantee | USD 650.000 or 3% of net income (to be deposited or backed by bank/insurance letter) |
⏱️ Estimated timeline
The total estimated timeline to obtain a gambling license in Peru is approximately 5 months.
This includes around 4 months for all pre-application work and certification, followed by 30 business days for the Regulator to review and approve the application, although this period may be extended if the regulator issues any observations.
If you’re planning to operate legally in Peru, now is the time. The licensing window is open, and early movers will benefit from first-mover brand recognition in a rapidly growing market.
Find out more about our other services for online gambling in Peru.
👉 Contact us to start your application or request a personalized quote.