License Name
Peruvian Online Gambling and Sports Betting Licence
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Issuing Country/Region
Peru
Regulatory Body
Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (MINCETUR)
Types of Regulated Games
Online casino, sports betting (including esports, fantasy sports, and virtual sports)
Market Coverage
Local
Regulator's Reputation
Good
Legal Entity Requirements
Must be a Peruvian company, branch of a foreign entity established in Peru, or a Peruvian subsidiary of a foreign company; physical presence and local legal representative required
Minimum Share Capital
Not specified in publicly available sources
Directors and Shareholders Requirements
Local legal representative required; declarations of shareholder structures and source of funds needed
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Requirements
Comprehensive AML program including customer due diligence, transaction monitoring, and suspicious transaction reporting to UIF-Peru
Data Protection Requirements
Operators must provide real-time data access to MINCETUR and tax authorities, storing player data locally or as required by law
Reporting Requirements
Real-time access to platform data for MINCETUR; daily technical and economic data transmission
Audit Requirements
Periodic audits may be required to ensure ongoing compliance
Software Certification Requirements
Gaming software must be certified by an authorized laboratory and registered with MINCETUR
RNG Certification
Required for gaming platforms via authorized certification laboratories
Payment System Requirements
Only certified and conventional (not cryptocurrency) payment methods allowed; registered with MINCETUR
Server Location Requirements
Servers may be located in or outside Peru but require MINCETUR certification and approved security standards
Domain Name Requirements
Must use the .bet.pe domain extension
Language Support Requirements
Platform must support the Spanish language
Currency Support Requirements
Peruvian Sol (PEN) required
Legal Compliance Costs
Licensing and ongoing legal fees as stipulated by law, including annual renewal and financial guarantee
Background Checks
Required for key personnel and legal representatives
License Scope Restrictions
Only covers specified regulated games; betting only on sanctioned events
Jurisdictional Tax Compliance
Registered with SUNAT; tax filings per Peruvian law
Player Data Storage Requirements
Local or otherwise compliant with Peruvian law, real-time regulator and tax authority access
Cross-Border Operations
Only with a physical legal presence in Peru or as allowed by law
License Application Transparency
Application process and criteria are published and controlled by MINCETUR
Regulatory Contact Point
Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (MINCETUR), with dedicated departments for inquiries
Compliance Officer Requirement
Appointment of a dedicated compliance/legal representative in Peru
Local Partnership Requirements
Local entity or branch registration mandatory for international operators
Legal Dispute Resolution
Legal disputes resolved under Peruvian law
License Transferability
License is non-transferable
Sub-Licensing Rules
Sub-licensing is not permitted
License Cost
Sol2,970,000 (approx. $790,000) for six years
Annual Fees
Annual renewal and financial guarantee (approx. USD650,000 or 3% of previous year’s net income)
Income Taxes
12% of gross gaming revenue (GGR)
Player Winnings Taxes
No tax on player winnings; taxes apply to operators only
Financial Guarantees
Bank guarantee or annual financial deposit required (approx. USD650,000 or 3% of last year’s net income)
Liquidity Requirements
Not specified in publicly available sources
Financial Reporting Requirements
Monthly tax filings; real-time and daily data transfer to authority
Application Processing Time
Applications processed on rolling basis, timeframe depends on compliance and documentation
Required Documents
Company incorporation docs, legal rep appointment, software certification, KYC/AML/internal policy docs, technical infrastructure, shareholder disclosures, and complete game/supplier lists
Business Plan Requirements
Not explicitly specified but implied as part of supporting documents
Internal Policy Requirements
AML, KYC, and responsible gaming policies required
Testing Requirements
Platform technical testing and certification by an accredited lab
Certification Requirements
Software and RNG certification by registered labs
Staff Qualifications
Not specified in publicly available sources
Physical Office Requirements
Local office in Peru required for both domestic and international operators
Local Representative Requirements
Appointment of a Peruvian legal representative mandatory
Marketing Restrictions
No advertising targeting minors; only licensed operators may advertise; responsible gambling messaging compulsory
Responsible Gaming Measures
Player deposit and betting limits; mandatory self-exclusion options; responsible gambling tools
Self-Exclusion System
Required for all licensed platforms
Age Verification Procedures
Player age verification mechanisms mandatory
KYC Procedures
Customer identification (KYC) protocols as per AML requirements
Customer Support Standards
Spanish language customer support required
Complaint Handling Procedures
Operators must ensure mechanisms for receiving, processing, and resolving player complaints
Player Funds Protection
Segregation and protection of player funds required
Payout Timelines
Not specified in publicly available sources
Bonus and Promotion Regulations
Marketing must comply with responsible gambling guidelines
Permitted Games List
Only games approved and registered with MINCETUR; betting limited to sanctioned events and associations
Betting Limits
Operator must offer deposit and betting limit controls
RTP Requirements
Not specified in publicly available sources
Jackpot Regulations
Not specified in publicly available sources
Live Game Requirements
Permitted, subject to registration and certification
Mobile App Compliance
Must comply with general technical and legal standards; Spanish language
Affiliate Program Rules
Not specified in publicly available sources
Security Standards
Technical platforms must meet security standards set by MINCETUR; certification required
Encryption Requirements
SSL/TLS encryption mandatory
Backup Requirements
Continuous backup procedures for operational data
Monitoring Systems
Real-time monitoring systems for data and transactions required
Operation Logging
Comprehensive logging of all transactions and operations
Anti-Fraud Systems
Implementation of anti-fraud and suspicious activity monitoring
API Integration Standards
Not specified in publicly available sources
Hosting Requirements
Certified hosting, with servers meeting security and access specifications
CDN Usage
Not specified in publicly available sources
Scalability Requirements
Not specified in publicly available sources
Uptime Requirements
Uninterrupted operation (redundant power, fire safety, and climate control for servers)
Technical Support Availability
24/7 technical support must be available
License Duration
Six years, non-transferable
Renewal Procedure
Application for renewal to MINCETUR before expiry, financial guarantee updated annually
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Fines up to Sol990,000 (approx. $258,000) and up to four years’ imprisonment for illegal operations
Ownership Change Rules
Any change must be notified and approved by the regulator
Mergers and Acquisitions Rules
Must notify and possibly seek approval from MINCETUR
Subcontractor Regulations
Suppliers must be registered and certified by MINCETUR
Branding Requirements
Must use .bet.pe domain; responsible and clear branding mandatory
Intellectual Property Protection
Operators required to use legal/certified software components
Dispute Arbitration
Disputes resolved under Peruvian jurisdiction
Insurance Requirements
Not specified in publicly available sources
Charity Contributions
Not specified in publicly available sources
Staff Training Requirements
Not specified in publicly available sources
Innovation Support
Not specified in publicly available sources
Sustainability Initiatives
Not specified in publicly available sources
Accessibility Standards
Not specified in publicly available sources
Multilingual Support
Spanish mandatory; additional languages not specified
Cryptocurrency Support
Cryptocurrency payments are strictly prohibited
Esports Betting Regulations
Permitted as part of sports betting vertical
Fantasy Sports Regulations
Permitted as part of sports betting vertical
Official Address
Ministerio de Comercio Exterior y Turismo (MINCETUR), Calle Uno Oeste N° 050, Urb. Corpac, San Isidro, Lima, Peru
Online Application Portal
No dedicated portal; contact MINCETUR directly
FAQ Question 1
What is Peruvian Online Gambling and Sports Betting Licence?
FAQ Answer 1
Official six-year, non-transferable license granted by MINCETUR to offer legal online casino and sports betting (including esports and fantasy sports) in Peru.
FAQ Question 2
Which jurisdiction issues Peruvian Online Gambling and Sports Betting Licence?
FAQ Answer 2
Peru, by the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (MINCETUR).
FAQ Question 3
What is the cost of obtaining Peruvian Online Gambling and Sports Betting Licence?
FAQ Answer 3
The application/license fee is Sol2,970,000 (approx. $790,000); financial guarantee of approx. USD650,000 (or 3% of last year’s net income) renewed annually.
FAQ Question 4
What are the main requirements for Peruvian Online Gambling and Sports Betting Licence?
FAQ Answer 4
Local legal presence, certified software, financial guarantee, AML & responsible gambling policies, real-time regulator data access, and use of .bet.pe domain.