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Online Gambling in Peru: Taxes, Regulation, and Prospects

Tax Revenues from Online Gambling

According to the National Tax Administration of Peru (SUNAT), in February 2025, taxes from online betting and digital services contributed $15.35 million to the national budget. This includes:

  • $13.95 million – Value Added Tax (IGV) applied to digital platforms.
  • $1.4 million – Online sports betting tax introduced at the end of 2024.

Total tax revenue from online gambling in February amounted to $2.7 million. It is expected that by the end of 2025, tax collections from this sector will reach $21 million due to a 12% net profit tax on operators and a fixed tax on each win.

Registration of Online Platforms

Since December 2024, 56 digital platforms have been registered in the Single Tax Registry (RUC) and have started paying taxes under the new regulations. Among them are tech giants such as Netflix, Facebook, Disney, Sony, Apple, Google, TikTok, and inDrive.

The inclusion of online casinos and bookmakers in the official tax system contributes to:

  • Business transparency.
  • Increased tax revenues.
  • Regulation of operator activities.

Market Growth Forecast for Online Gambling

Analysts predict that by 2029, revenue from online casinos and sports betting in Peru will exceed €394.1 million. This will place the country among the top 5 iGaming markets in Latin America by revenue.

The new tax regulations will ensure a balance between sector growth and operators’ contributions to the national economy. Expected outcomes include:

  • An increase in the number of registered operators.
  • Growth in investments in technology and gaming platforms.
  • Improved service quality and user experience.

Regulatory Prospects

SUNAT plans to continue monitoring and regulating online gambling to:

  • Ensure fair competition among operators.
  • Provide stable tax revenues.
  • Adapt to new market trends.

Thus, Peru aims to become one of the leaders in online gambling regulation in Latin America, attracting international investors and creating conditions for sustainable sector growth.