Company Registration in Peru (2026)

Start your business in Peru with coordinated support for company registration, RUC activation, local representation and corporate banking.

At a glance

Company registration in Peru takes 9 steps: choose the structure (usually a SAC with 2–20 shareholders), reserve the name and register the company with SUNARP, obtain and activate the RUC with SUNAT, and set up a fiscal address and legal representative. Foreigners can complete it remotely through a Power of Attorney.

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Peru company registration: quick facts

Item	Details
Common entity	SAC (Sociedad Anónima Cerrada)
Shareholders	2–20 for a SAC
Foreign ownership	Generally permitted for most activities
Remote setup	Can be coordinated through a Power of Attorney
Tax ID	RUC
Registration authority	SUNARP
Tax authority	SUNAT
Corporate income tax	29.5% under the General Regime
IGV	18% combined rate in 2026
Dividend withholding	Generally 5%
Fiscal address	Required
Bank account	Subject to bank approval

Prefer the detailed process guide? See our step-by-step guide to setting up a company in Peru for SUNARP, RUC, books, and licenses.

Start your Peru operations with a compliant structure

Peru offers opportunities for international companies in services, technology, trade, logistics and other sectors. Foreign investors can generally establish a company without a local shareholder for most activities.

Easyco coordinates incorporation, RUC activation, fiscal address, local representation and banking support so your team can focus on entering the Peruvian market.

Why start a company in Peru?

A Pacific-facing market for international operations

Foreign ownership is generally permitted for most business activities.
Strategic position on South America’s Pacific coast.
Access to regional markets and international trade agreements.
Incorporation can be coordinated remotely using a Power of Attorney.
Established corporate and banking infrastructure.
The SAC structure suits many closely held operating companies.

Company registration in Peru: step by step

Choose the appropriate company structure.
Reserve the company name with SUNARP.
Provide shareholder and business information.
Sign a Power of Attorney if incorporating remotely.
Prepare the incorporation documents and complete the notarial process.
Register the company with SUNARP.
Obtain and activate the RUC with SUNAT.
Establish the fiscal address and confirm tax obligations.
Apply for a corporate bank account (subject to bank approval) and set up invoicing, accounting and any required payroll processes.

Requirements to register a company in Peru

Valid identification for shareholders and representatives.
At least two shareholders for a SAC and their ownership percentages.
Description of business activities.
Power of Attorney for remote incorporation, if applicable.
Fiscal address in Peru and appointment of a legal representative.
Corporate and beneficial-owner information.

Foreign corporate shareholders may need additional apostilled documents and translations. Share ownership alone does not necessarily require Peruvian residency; representation and operational requirements should be reviewed for the proposed structure.

Peru company registration costs

Service	Pricing	Notes
SAC company registration	Custom quote	Depends on shareholder structure and documentation
Power of Attorney support	Custom quote	For remote incorporation
Fiscal address	Monthly or annual quote	According to location and service scope
Local representation	Monthly or annual quote	Subject to compliance review
RUC registration	Confirm in proposal	Depends on selected package
Bank account assistance	Custom quote	Bank approval is not guaranteed
Monthly accounting	Monthly quote	Based on business activity

Easyco provides a written proposal after reviewing your company structure and required services. Government, notarial and third-party fees may vary.

How long does company registration take?

Step	Indicative time
Name reservation	1–3 business days
Incorporation documents	2–5 business days
Notarial process	Approximately one week
SUNARP registration	Several business days
RUC activation	Several business days
Bank account	Depends on bank approval

Planning estimate: approximately 3–6 weeks for a standard foreign-owned company after all required documents are available. This is not a guaranteed processing time; apostilles, registry observations, ownership structure and banking checks can extend it.

Corporate taxes in Peru

Under Peru’s General Income Tax Regime, the standard corporate income-tax rate is 29.5%. The combined IGV/IPM rate applicable in 2026 is 18% for most taxable transactions. Dividends are generally subject to 5% withholding. The applicable regime and exceptions should be reviewed for each company.

Companies may also have monthly tax filings, payroll and accounting duties, withholding obligations, annual returns and transfer-pricing obligations where applicable.

Official sources: income-tax law, SUNAT IGV guidance, and SUNAT dividend guidance.

Which entity should you choose?

SAC — Sociedad Anónima Cerrada

A common option for closely held operating companies with 2–20 shareholders. Shareholder liability is limited, and a board of directors can be optional.

S.R.L. — Sociedad Comercial de Responsabilidad Limitada

A closely held company with 2–20 partners. Ownership is represented by participations rather than shares.

S.A. — Sociedad Anónima

A more formal corporate structure that may be appropriate for larger operations and investment projects.

E.I.R.L. — Empresa Individual de Responsabilidad Limitada

An entity for one individual owner, rather than a foreign corporate group.

Easyco will review ownership and business activity before recommending a final structure. Government guidance on Peruvian entity types.

Common mistakes when starting a company in Peru

Choosing an entity before assessing shareholders and business activities.
Preparing an incomplete Power of Attorney or missing apostilles for foreign documents.
Waiting until RUC activation to arrange the fiscal address.
Confusing registration at SUNARP with tax activation at SUNAT.
Delaying accounting setup or assuming bank-account approval is automatic.
Granting the representative insufficient authority for tax or banking procedures.

Frequently asked questions about company registration in Peru

Can a foreigner own 100% of a company in Peru?

Generally yes for most business activities. Sector-specific restrictions should be checked before incorporation.

Do I need to travel to Peru?

Not necessarily. Incorporation can be coordinated through a properly prepared Power of Attorney, subject to the documents and procedures required for your case.

What entity is commonly used by foreign investors?

A SAC (Sociedad Anónima Cerrada) is frequently considered for closely held operating companies, but the best structure depends on shareholders and activities.

How many shareholders does a SAC require?

A SAC has a minimum of two and a maximum of twenty shareholders.

How long does registration take?

Approximately 3–6 weeks is a planning estimate once the required documents are available. Actual timing varies by notary, registry, tax authority and banking process.

What is the corporate income-tax rate?

The standard rate under Peru’s General Income Tax Regime is 29.5%. Other regimes and rules may apply depending on the business.

What is the IGV rate in Peru?

The combined IGV and municipal promotion tax rate is 18% in 2026 for most taxable operations.

How are dividends taxed?

Dividends are generally subject to 5% withholding. The treatment of a particular payment should be checked with a tax specialist.

What is a RUC?

The RUC is the taxpayer identification number administered by SUNAT. Companies need it for tax compliance and normal operations.

Do I need a fiscal address?

Yes. The company must establish a fiscal domicile in Peru for SUNAT purposes.

Can Easyco provide a fiscal address?

Easyco can coordinate a fiscal-address solution as part of the proposed service package.

Can Easyco provide local representation?

Easyco can coordinate local representation subject to due diligence, availability and the selected package.

Can Easyco help open a corporate bank account?

Easyco can assist with the application and KYC documentation. The financial institution makes the final approval decision.

Can a foreign company be a shareholder?

Generally yes. Additional corporate documents, apostilles and translations may be required.

Ready to start your company in Peru?

Talk to Easyco about incorporation, RUC activation, fiscal address, local representation and corporate banking support. We will review your structure and provide a tailored proposal.