Gambling regulation in Kazakhstan
Online sports betting is licensed, with every bet routed through a central accounting centre; online casino games and online poker are illegal.
Status at a glance
Offering this product to people in the country is illegal.
Private operators can apply for a licence.
Offering this product to people in the country is illegal.
The law reserves this product for a state or state-appointed operator.
Regulator and law
- Ministry of Tourism and Sports (gambling licensing)
- Main law: Law on Gambling Business (2007)
Key points
- Every online bet must pass through the Unified Betting Account Center, which verifies, records and settles it before the operator does.
- Running an online casino is a criminal offence punishable by up to seven years in prison.
- Casinos operate only in designated gambling zones.
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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: Kazakhstan
Frequently asked questions
Is online gambling legal in Kazakhstan?
It depends on the product. Online casino is prohibited. Sports betting is licensed: private operators can apply for a licence. Online poker is prohibited. Lottery is reserved for a state or state-appointed operator.
Who regulates gambling in Kazakhstan?
Ministry of Tourism and Sports (gambling licensing). The main law is: Law on Gambling Business (2007).
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