Can employment agreements be backdated in Peru?

No, backdating employment agreements is not permitted under Peruvian labor law.


All employment contracts must reflect the actual start date of the employment relationship, and cannot be signed retroactively. Attempting to backdate a contract can lead to compliance issues, including fines and potential disputes regarding employment rights and obligations.


Horizons' Compliance Approach

Horizons ensures that all employment agreements in Peru are:

  • Prepared and signed before the employee’s official start date

  • Submitted to the Labor Authority within 15 calendar days of signing, as required by law


We do not support or process any backdated contracts. To remain compliant, it is essential that onboarding timelines are respected and documents are executed in advance of the start date.

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