Set up a company in Peru.
Senior advisory on incorporation, banking and compliance in one of Latin America’s most open economies. We handle SUNARP registration, SUNAT, EsSalud, ProInversión incentives and bank introductions — end-to-end, with a fixed quote in 48 hours.
Pacific Alliance gateway. Open economy.
Peru is one of the most open and FTA-rich economies in Latin America. For businesses targeting mining and critical minerals, the Pacific Rim trade corridor, agro-industry, or the Andean consumer market — Lima is a credible, predictable base.
20+ free trade agreements
One of the most extensive FTA networks in Latin America — including the United States, European Union, China, Japan, South Korea, the UK and CPTPP. Peruvian-made goods reach over 4 billion consumers tariff-free or preferentially.
5% dividend withholding tax
One of the lowest dividend withholding tax rates in the region. Combined with extensive double-taxation treaties, this makes Peru materially attractive for holding company structures and international group repatriation.
Mining & critical-minerals leader
World’s second-largest producer of copper and silver, top-ten producer of gold, zinc and lead. Significant lithium reserves in the Puno region position Peru centrally in the energy-transition supply chain.
Pacific Alliance member
Founding member alongside Chile, Colombia and Mexico. Free movement of goods, services, capital and people across a combined market of over 230 million consumers and 40%+ of LATAM GDP.
Stable monetary policy
One of the most independent central banks in LATAM with a strong record of inflation control. The Sol (PEN) has historically been one of the more stable Andean currencies, supporting predictable financial planning.
100% foreign ownership
The Foreign Investment Law guarantees national treatment for foreign investors. 100% foreign ownership is permitted across virtually all sectors, with full rights to repatriate capital, profits and dividends.
Choose the right entity. First time.
The General Corporations Law (Ley 26887) recognises several entity types. For most foreign investors, the Sociedad Anónima Cerrada (S.A.C.) is the right answer — flexible, simple to govern, and accepted in every banking and regulatory channel.
Closed Corporation (S.A.C.)
Separate legal entity, limited liability, simplified governance. The default for foreign investors trading in Peru.
- Min. 2 shareholders, max. 20
- 100% foreign ownership permitted
- No formal minimum share capital
- Board optional; legal representative required
Open Corporation (S.A.A.)
For larger companies whose shares can be listed on the Lima Stock Exchange (BVL). Higher disclosure and governance requirements.
- Required if 750+ shareholders or public offering
- Mandatory board of directors
- SMV supervision (securities regulator)
- Full audit and disclosure regime
Limited Liability Company (S.R.L.)
Partnership-style entity with limited liability. Suitable for smaller ventures or family-owned operations.
- Min. 2 partners, max. 20
- Capital in “participations,” not shares
- Less flexible for capital raises
- Fully foreign ownership permitted
Branch (Sucursal)
An extension of an overseas parent, registered in Peru. Useful where the parent wants to operate directly without forming a local subsidiary.
- No separate legal personality
- Parent liable for branch obligations
- Locally-resident legal representative required
- Annual filings of parent and branch accounts
What it costs. How long it takes.
Indicative ranges for a foreign-owned S.A.C. Final fixed quote depends on structure, shareholders and ongoing support level — we confirm within 48 hours of a discovery call.
Get an estimate in 30 seconds.
Three quick choices. We’ll show you an indicative cost range, monthly support fee and time to live — then send a fixed quote within 48 hours.
Which entity type do you need?
What does your shareholding look like?
How much ongoing support do you need?
From signed engagement to live entity.
The full Peruvian registration sequence under Ley 26887. We handle every step — you sign a couple of notarised documents and review progress weekly.
Name reservation
Check availability and reserve the proposed company name through SUNARP’s online registry. Two backup names recommended.
Articles of association (Estatuto)
We draft the constitutional documents in Spanish to match the agreed share structure, director arrangements and corporate purpose under Ley 26887. Translated and certified as needed.
Notarisation (Escritura Pública)
The articles must be notarised before a Peruvian notary public, who issues the Escritura Pública de Constitución. Powers of Attorney for non-resident shareholders coordinated in advance.
SUNARP filing & certificate
Submit the notarised package to SUNARP. Certificate of incorporation issued on approval. Company is now legally constituted.
Tax registration (RUC)
Apply for the company’s Registro Único de Contribuyentes with SUNAT. The RUC is required before any commercial activity or banking.
IGV & EsSalud registration
Register for IGV (VAT) and EsSalud (social security) if employing staff. Electronic invoicing setup configured through SUNAT.
Bank account opening
Introductions to banks that actively onboard foreign-owned Peruvian entities. Accounts opened in PEN and USD; both are commonly used in formal commerce.
Sectoral licences & investment registration
Where qualifying — we register foreign investment with ProInversión and apply for sectoral licences (mining, banking, telecoms). VUCE used for foreign-trade processes.
The legal framework that applies.
A summary of the Peruvian legislation that governs incorporation, tax, employment, data, environment and intellectual property. We track changes and brief clients ahead of filing deadlines.
Formation & governance
- Ley General de Sociedades (Ley N° 26887) — formation and operation of companies
- Código Civil — contracts and obligations
Corporate & transactional
- Código Tributario — tax administration
- Ley del Impuesto a la Renta — income tax
- Ley del IGV (Ley N° 29646) — value added tax
Workforce & benefits
- Ley de Productividad y Competitividad Laboral — contracts and conditions
- Ley de Seguridad Social (EsSalud) — social contributions
- Ley N° 29783 — occupational health & safety
Privacy & personal data
- Ley N° 29733 — Personal Data Protection Law
- Regulator: Autoridad Nacional de Protección de Datos Personales
Sustainability & permits
- Ley General del Ambiente (Ley N° 28611) — protection and EIA
- Regulator: Ministerio del Ambiente
Patents, marks & copyright
- Ley de Propiedad Industrial
- Ley de Derecho de Autor (Ley N° 822)
- Regulator: INDECOPI
We’ve actually done business in Peru.
Senior advisers only
Every Peru engagement is led by a practitioner who has incorporated, banked and operated in Latin America — not by a junior reading the SUNARP website with Google Translate open.
Bilingual delivery
All filings and notarial work in Spanish, all client communication in English. Certified translations included where needed. No language friction in either direction.
End-to-end accountability
Incorporation, RUC, EsSalud, banking, ongoing compliance — one team, one point of contact, one fixed quote. No handoffs, no surprises.
Honest advice on jurisdiction
If Peru isn’t the right answer for your business — if Chile, Colombia, Panama or Mexico would serve you better — we’ll tell you on the discovery call. No commission gets in the way of the right answer.
Common questions about incorporating in Peru.
Ready to set up
in Peru?
Tell us in 25 minutes what you need. We’ll tell you honestly whether Peru is the right jurisdiction, which structure makes sense, and what it will cost — with a fixed quote in 48 hours.