Peru Advances Against Illegal Gambling at SBC Digital Day
Peru.– January 29, 2026 – www.zonadeazar.com At the SBC Digital Day held in January 2026, Peruvian regulators and industry leaders highlighted the nation’s progress in reducing illegal online gambling activity and discussed challenges related to taxation and competitive regulation.
Overview
The SBC Digital Day brought together key stakeholders to assess Peru’s strategy in combating illegal gambling. The event showcased significant regulatory achievements, alongside a forward-looking discussion on future policy improvements. With contributions from government officials, operators, and sector experts, the dialogue underscored a commitment to strengthening the legal gambling ecosystem.
Peru’s regulatory framework has been evolving since the enactment of Law No. 31.557 in 2022, and subsequent technical regulations in 2023 enabled more effective supervision of online and sports betting markets. These structural initiatives form the backbone of Peru’s efforts to curtail informal operations and promote legal alternatives.
Details / Context
According to official reports shared during the session, Peru’s regulator—the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur)—achieved an estimated 40 % reduction in illegal online gambling activity compared to pre-regulation levels. This outcome reflects sustained enforcement actions, including the removal of unauthorized platforms and enhanced monitoring mechanisms.
The structured regulatory model now allows authorities to not only block illicit sites but also enforce proactive measures to encourage participation in the regulated market. These efforts reinforce Peru’s position as an example of dynamic regulatory intervention in the Latin American iGaming landscape.
Specific topics
Despite progress, panelists emphasised ongoing challenges, including concerns about the Selective Consumption Tax (ISC) imposed on regulated operators. Industry representatives noted that this tax could potentially undermine competitiveness by favoring unlicensed platforms that evade similar fiscal burdens, thereby distorting the operating environment.
Speakers also highlighted the importance of public education campaigns to help consumers distinguish between authorized and unauthorized operators. Such initiatives are crucial for reducing demand for illegal services and strengthening the legitimacy of the regulated market.
Additionally, the role of payment and digital service providers was discussed as a strategic element in the fight against illegal gambling. Encouraging these intermediaries to refuse services to unlicensed operators could significantly limit the reach of informal gambling offerings.
Future outlook
The SBC Digital Day demonstrated that combating illegal gambling is an evolving process requiring constant adjustment of regulatory tools, active cooperation between public and private sectors, and policies that balance market integrity with economic sustainability. Legal experts stressed that streamlined, technically informed regulation is essential to support a thriving legal market while deterring non-compliant activities.
Peru’s experience may offer valuable insights for other Latin American countries confronting similar challenges, particularly regarding multi-stakeholder collaboration, technological oversight, and consumer awareness. As digital wagering markets continue to expand, robust, adaptive regulatory frameworks will be key to ensuring long-term sector sustainability.
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