Complete legalization of land-based casinos and gaming halls (Peru)

Full legalization of the ground segment is a transition from a heterogeneous practice to a single transparent licensing system, where each facility (casino/slot machine hall) operates according to public rules: fixed taxes, safety and responsible play standards, payment control, consumer protection. For Peru, this means streamlining urban gambling infrastructure, increasing budget and employment, improving tourism products and reducing the gray zone.

Objectives and principles of legalization

Player protection: 18 + tolerance, verifiable payouts, self-control tools.

Integration and security: official feeds for sports books, if available, video surveillance, anti-fraud.

Operator transparency: license, software/equipment certification, open rules for bonuses and draws.

Urban compatibility: distances from schools/health facilities/places of worship, zoning and density limits.

Fiscal predictability: GGR taxes + license fees, clear reporting.

ESG and localization: hiring and training, culture/sports support, energy efficiency.

Licensing model (example of target architecture)

Verticals:

1. Casinos (tables, live games, jackpots)

2. Halls tragamonedas (slot machines)

3. Sportbook/sweepstakes (optional inside the casino)

Types of licenses and tolerances:

B2C-license of the facility (for address, area, equipment list).
B2B licenses for platform, content, RNG, accounting and monitoring systems providers.
Personal clearances (key personnel: director, compliance, financial controller).

Term and extension: 5-10 years with annual confirmation of compliance (audit, insurance, security deposit).

Location and infrastructure requirements

Zoning and distances. Accommodation in commercial areas; set indent from sensitive objects; maximum density of halls per district.

Security. Evacuation plan, video surveillance 24/7, record storage (≥90 days), 18 + access control, alarm.

Box office discipline. Cash and non-cash circuits, safes, collection according to the regulations, journal of operations.

IT circuit. Online connection to the regulatory platform: GGR accounting, rates/payments, logging of events.

Accessibility. Regulations for people with limited mobility; information in Spanish (and, if necessary, in English in tourist areas).

Technical and Gaming Certification

Equipment and software. RNG/game certification in accredited laboratories, seals/serial numbers, quarterly inspections.

Jackpot systems. Transparent accumulation/payment rules, percentage display.

Hall monitoring. Game counters, remote audit, tamper protection, service log.

Responsible by Design

Default limits (deposit/time/loss) with a "cooling off period" to increase.

Self-exclusion/timeout. On site and through online portals; integration with the national register of prohibited persons.

Communication 18 +. Youth marketing ban, honest T&C bonuses, risk warnings.

Personnel training. Early detection of signs of addiction, correct help scripts.

Help points. Information materials and contacts of NGOs/hotlines in each facility.

KYC/AML and Financial Compliance

Identification of the player during threshold operations, control of the source of funds (risk-based approach).

Transactional monitoring. Threshold reports to financial monitoring; storage of logs for ≥5 years.

Cache transaction policies. Cash limits, chip exchange log, "same method" for refunds.

Sank screening and PEP checks for VIP.

Taxes and fees (target logic)

GGR tax (gross profit from games) with a transparent rate; possible vertical betting corridor (slots/tables/bookmaker).

License fees: fixed at issue and annual; discounts for localization of investments (personnel training, studio production, tourist clusters).

Purpose of funds: part of the proceeds - in sports/culture/responsible play.

Inspections and sanctions

Regular inspections (scheduled/unscheduled), "secret buyers," reconciliation of reports and videologists.

Penalty scale: from warnings and fines to suspension/cancellation of license, confiscation of equipment.

Publicity of measures: regulator reports, "black list" of illegal objects.

Urban planning and tourism

Urban IR nodes. Casino as an anchor of the evening economy (F&B, show, MICE), parking requirements, public transport, noise and light.

Tourist routes. Packages "casino + gastronomy + museums + ocean/Andes," cross-marketing with air carriers and hotels.

ESG. Energy efficiency, waste management, local procurement (farmers, artisans), sustainability reporting.

Economic effect (framework)

Fiscal revenues: GGR-tax, VAT services, licenses.

Employment: front office, security, IT/data, compliance, marketing, event production.

Multiplier: revenue growth in hotels/restaurants/transport/creative industries.

Risks and mitigation measures

Risk	Manifestation	Mitigation
Concentration of halls	overloading areas, complaints	density limits, public hearings, city standard
Grey market	dumping, tax evasion	locks, withdrawals, public registries, competitive white product
Soc. risks	the rise of problem gambling	limits by default, self-exclusion, staff training, NGO partnerships
Fraud/safety	intervention in software/cash	certification, videologist, online accounting, independent audits
Reputation	opaque bonuses/payments	standardized T&C, SLA payments, ombudsman

Roadmap 2025-2030

2025

Updating the framework law and regulations for land: types of licenses, B2B permits, register, city standards.

Launch of a "sandbox" for pilot projects (one facility each in key cities), a public tax/fee calculator.

2026–2027

License issuance scaling; integration of online GGR accounting and e-inspections.

Responsible by Design uniform standards: default limits, self-exclusion register, ombudsman.

Training program (cashiers, pit bosses, compliance, technical specialists).

2028–2029

Content localization: show programs, gastronomic festivals, MICE calendar.

Deepening ESG standards and reporting; update of equipment/software certification.

Point development of IR clusters in tourist areas.

2030

A mature "white" market with a high share of licensed turnover, sustainable payments and a stable fiscal contribution; update of regulations based on KPI data.

Monitoring KPIs

Legit market share: GGR licensed segment/total turnover.

Payout SLA: average payout time.

Responsibility: the share of players with active limits, the number of applications for self-exclusion, appeals for help.

Integration/audit: incidents per 1,000 devices, percentage of certified fleet, audit results.

City Metrics: Resident Complaints, Parking/Transportation Load, RevPAR in Surrounding Areas.

Employment and training: share of local hiring, graduates of programs.

Checklist for operator

Confirmed B2C license for address/area/equipment.

Contracts with B2B vendors (RNG certified/platforms).

Full IT circuit: real-time GGR accounting, secure logs, video surveillance.

KYC/AML policies, cash discipline, "same method," cache limits.

Responsible by Design: limits, self-exclusion, trained staff, visible warnings 18 +.

ESG plan and localization: hiring, training, procurement, energy efficiency.

PR/reputation: honest T & Cs, transparent bonuses, complaints programme/ombudsman.

The complete legalization of land-based casinos and halls in Peru is the streamlining of the market through clear licenses, city standards, and strict liability. This model increases confidence, reduces the gray segment, creates jobs and strengthens the country's tourism brand. By 2030, with consistent implementation of the roadmap, Peru can have a mature, socially responsible and economically relevant terrestrial ecosystem, synchronized with the online circuit and international best practices.