Keiko Fujimori Narrowly Leads Peru Election as ONPE Completes Vote Count

Keiko Fujimori holds a narrow lead of approximately 4,000 votes over Roberto Sánchez in the Peruvian presidential election, according to reports from the BBC and the National Office of Electoral Processes (ONPE). While the ONPE has confirmed the 100% count of national and foreign ballots as of June 13, 2026, the electoral authority expects to officially proclaim a winner within one month.

The ONPE, Peru’s autonomous body responsible for organizing elections, confirmed the completion of the tally for all electoral acts, including those cast by citizens living abroad, according to Infobae.

What are the current vote totals in the Peru election?

The margin between the two candidates remains slim. The BBC reports that Keiko Fujimori has overtaken Roberto Sánchez with a lead of about 4,000 votes.

Data published by El Peruano showed that at a count of 98.295% of the ballots, Fujimori held 50.010% of the vote, while Sánchez held 49.990%.

The narrow gap between the candidates reflects a deeply divided electorate. EL PAÍS reports that the weight of the votes cast by Peruvians living outside the country has intensified the existing political divide within the nation.

When will the Peruvian electoral authority proclaim a winner?

A final winner has not yet been officially declared despite the completion of the ballot count. According to CNN en Español, the electoral authority stated it will proclaim the winner within one month.

This delay is attributed to the remaining administrative steps and the verification of data required before a formal proclamation can be made.

How did overseas votes impact the result?

The inclusion of foreign ballots was a critical component of the final tally. Infobae reported that the ONPE’s 100% confirmation specifically included both national and foreign electoral acts.

The impact of these votes extends beyond the numerical tally. EL PAÍS reports that the diaspora’s participation has deepened the political “grieta,” or rift, in Peru, highlighting contrasting political preferences between the domestic population and those residing abroad.