Peru presidential line of succession

Constitutional President of the
Republic of Peru
Presidente Constitucional de la República del Perú
Presidential standard
since 18 February 2026
StyleMister President
(informal)
His Excellency
(formal, diplomatic)
StatusHead of state
Head of government

The presidential line of succession of Peru defines the order of officials who, in the event of "temporary or permanent impediment of the President," may assume the office of President of Peru.

The line of succession is established in Article 115 of the Political Constitution of Peru. In the event of the President’s inability to fulfill their duties, the First Vice President shall assume the presidency, followed by the Second Vice President if the First Vice President is likewise unable to serve.

Should both Vice Presidents be incapacitated, the President of Congress shall assume the presidency. In cases of the President’s permanent impediment, the President of Congress is mandated to promptly convene general elections.