Gambling regulation in Albania
Albania banned most gambling in 2019; online sports betting is being re-licensed to up to ten operators, while online casino remains prohibited.
Status at a glance
Offering this product to people in the country is illegal.
A licensing system has been adopted but is not open yet.
Offering this product to people in the country is illegal.
Allowed only in narrow forms or through a few authorised operators.
Regulator and law
- Ministry of Finance
- Main law: Law on Gambling (2019 ban, amended 2024 to re-license online sports betting)
Key points
- Betting shops and slot halls remain prohibited, and casinos may operate only in a limited number of five-star hotels.
- The government completed the secondary legislation for up to ten online sports betting licences in 2026.
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Reviewed on . Gambling law changes often: this overview is for orientation and is not legal advice. Check with the regulator before acting. Market: Albania
Frequently asked questions
Is online gambling legal in Albania?
It depends on the product. Online casino is prohibited. Sports betting is not open yet: a licensing system has been adopted but has not started. Online poker is prohibited. Lottery is allowed only in narrow forms or through a few authorised operators.
Who regulates gambling in Albania?
Ministry of Finance. The main law is: Law on Gambling (2019 ban, amended 2024 to re-license online sports betting).
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