Peru has become the first country in Latin America to adopt a full regulatory framework for Artificial Intelligence. With the Peruvian AI Act (Law 31814) and its new Regulations (Supreme Decree 115-2025-PCM), the country is taking a decisive step—one that blends innovation with responsibility and gives organizations a clearer path for developing, implementing, and governing AI.
AI now shapes decisions in healthcare, finance, public services, education, and business operations. Peru’s new framework signals a move toward ethical, transparent, and human-centered innovation, setting expectations for how both the public and private sectors must use this technology.
When laws change quickly, legal risk increases even faster
From new employment requirements to contract structuring, contractor regulations, corporate governance obligations, and cross-border compliance under USMCA, businesses need more than basic legal support — they need local expertise.
So how can companies stay protected while keeping growth on track?
Why This Framework Matters for Organizations
Peru’s AI Regulations establish a foundational approach: technology must protect rights, prevent discrimination, and maintain transparency. The Secretariat of Government and Digital Transformation (SGTD) becomes the national authority, responsible for oversight, technical guidance, and evaluating compliance.
This approach recognizes a central reality: AI can accelerate growth and efficiency—but only when used under clear ethical standards. The Regulations push organizations toward responsible innovation rather than unregulated experimentation.
Risk Classification: What’s Allowed, Restricted, or Prohibited
Peru follows a tiered model inspired by the EU AI Act. Two key areas use bullet points for clarity:
Prohibited Uses:
These uses must be eliminated entirely:
- Subliminal or manipulative AI that alters behavior without awareness
- Biometric surveillance or real-time analysis without legal basis Predictive policing or autonomous lethal functions.
- Any AI application that leads to discrimination or rights violations
High-Risk Uses:
These are allowed but heavily regulated:
- Education, healthcare, and social program decision-making
- Employment selection and workforce management Financial services, credit scoring, and fraud monitoring
- AI tied to critical infrastructure such as energy, telecom, banking, and transportation
High-risk systems must meet strict transparency, explainability, and human-oversight requirements—including visible labeling of AI-generated outputs.
What Businesses Operating in Peru Must Prepare For:
While the public sector has strict mandatory timelines, the private sector is also expected to act. Companies must adopt governance policies, increase technical documentation, strengthen human oversight, and prepare for rigorous transparency obligations.
Timeline expectations range from one to four years, allowing organizations to adapt gradually—but not slowly. Companies that embrace early compliance will gain credibility with regulators, partners, and clients.
This framework is also an opportunity for competitive advantage. Businesses can invest in talent, adopt global standards, and position themselves as leaders in ethical AI.
Cresco Helps Companies Navigate Peru’s AI Framework
Cresco supports organizations entering or operating in Peru by helping them:
- Understand AI risk classifications and obligations
- Build internal compliance policies aligned with the new Regulations
- Implement required technical standards and documentation
- Prepare impact assessments for high-risk AI systems
- Engage confidently with regulators and oversight bodies
Navigating Peru’s new AI framework involves complex compliance, documentation, and ongoing coordination across multiple entities. Cresco’s approach combines expert guidance with advanced systems for managing corporate structures and regulatory obligations.
Its AI-driven Entity Management System centralizes data, automate workflows, tracks deadlines, and ensures that companies can maintain alignment with both local requirements and international best practices. This integrated approach allows organizations to focus on innovation while remaining fully compliant and prepared for emerging regulatory demands.
As Peru moves forward with this landmark framework, Cresco helps companies stay compliant, future-ready, and positioned for responsible innovation.
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