Regulated Industries in Peru

Starting a business requires obtaining permits and licenses. Moreover, not all industries follow the same regulations. Therefore, our legal services provide comprehensive compliance guidance and strategic advice.

Industries Subject to Regulation

Companies operating in specific industries must comply with applicable laws. This often requires licenses, permits, or additional procedures.

Examples include financial services, fishing, forestry, food, pharmaceuticals, energy, health, mining, oil, telecommunications, and transportation. Additionally, some activities demand extra environmental compliance.

Consequently, these sector-specific laws complement the general legislation applicable to all Peruvian businesses.

Regulatory Agencies

In 1990, Peru dismantled its interventionist state structure. Instead, it created a regulatory system similar to modern market economies.

The government established agencies such as Indecopi, which ensures proper market functioning. Furthermore, Indecopi enforces competition rules, combats unfair practices, and protects consumers.

Current List of Regulatory Agencies

SBS: Regulates banks, insurers, and pension funds. Additionally, it guarantees financial stability and transparency.
SMV: Supervises the securities market. Therefore, it protects investors and promotes fair practices.
INDECOPI: Promotes fair competition, protects consumers, and oversees intellectual property.
OSINERGMIN: Regulates energy and mining. Moreover, it ensures safety, quality, and fair pricing.
OSIPTEL: Regulates telecommunications, promotes competition, and protects users.
SUNASS: Oversees water and sanitation services. Consequently, it ensures efficiency, coverage, and quality.
OSITRAN: Regulates public infrastructure concessions such as ports, airports, and highways.
SUSALUD: Supervises public and private health services. Additionally, it guarantees patient protection and service quality.
SUNEDU: Regulates universities and higher education institutions through licensing.
SUCAMEC: Oversees firearms, ammunition, and private security services.
BCRP: Maintains economic stability. Moreover, it controls inflation and issues currency.
OSCE: Regulates public procurement. Therefore, it promotes transparency and fair competition.
OEFA: Enforces environmental regulations in mining, energy, and industry. Finally, it ensures sustainability and environmental protection.

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