Second Round 2026: Lost Your ID? Here Are Your Options to Vote on June 7 and Avoid Fines Up to S/110

With Peru's presidential runoff election just days away on June 7, the National Registry of Identification and Civil Status (Reniec) has introduced a special 'DNI exprés' service. This initiative is designed to assist citizens who have lost, had their electronic DNI stolen, or found their document to be damaged, ensuring they can still cast their vote.

The express service allows eligible voters to apply for a duplicate electronic DNI (DNIe) virtually. The process involves validating personal data online, selecting one of 27 designated offices for pickup, and paying a fee of S/33. Reniec stated that the duplicate can be collected in as little as 24 hours. The service is available from June 5 until 10:00 a.m. on June 7 and is exclusively for individuals who already possess a valid electronic DNI.

Citizens can track the status of their application online. Once the status shows as 'completed,' they can proceed to the chosen office to collect their new DNIe. Reniec emphasized that this online-only procedure applies only to current electronic DNI versions. The agency noted that a similar measure was successfully implemented during the general elections in April, enabling thousands of citizens to obtain duplicates promptly and exercise their right to vote.

This measure comes amid a tense political climate leading up to the runoff election. The candidates, Keiko Fujimori and Pedro Castillo, have been actively campaigning, with various public figures and media outlets taking positions. Reniec's swift action aims to remove administrative hurdles for voters, reinforcing the importance of electoral participation.