Peru Approves Regulation to Prevent Money Laundering in Online Betting

Peru.– October 16th, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com  The Government of Peru has approved a new regulation to combat money laundering and terrorism financing specifically targeting online betting and gaming platforms, reinforcing its commitment to transparency and market integrity.

Overview

Issued by the Financial Intelligence Unit (UIF-Peru) and the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (MINCETUR), the rule introduces stricter obligations for customer identification, suspicious transaction reporting, and monitoring for all remote gaming and sports betting operators.

Details / Context

The decree establishes a national registry of licensed operators, mandatory Know Your Customer (KYC) policies, and the appointment of compliance officers responsible for reporting unusual activity to the UIF.

It also requires biometric digital identity verification and the use of automated systems to detect financial irregularities.

Minister Juan Carlos Mathews stated that the reform “places Peru among the regional leaders in online gaming financial oversight,” enhancing both consumer and investor confidence.

Future Outlook

Operators will have 90 days to comply with the new standards, after which the UIF will begin routine inspections.
This move aligns Peru’s framework with FATF (Financial Action Task Force) recommendations and international compliance practices adopted by the European Union.

Industry Impact

The measure marks a turning point for corporate compliance and responsible gaming in Peru’s iGaming ecosystem.
It is expected to accelerate market formalisation and serve as a benchmark for other Latin American jurisdictions pursuing full online gaming regulation.

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