Gambling regulation in Moldova

Online gambling is a state monopoly of the National Lottery of Moldova; private companies may only run land-based casinos.

Status at a glance

Online casinoState monopoly

The law reserves this product for a state or state-appointed operator.

Sports bettingState monopoly

The law reserves this product for a state or state-appointed operator.

Online pokerState monopoly

The law reserves this product for a state or state-appointed operator.

LotteryState monopoly

The law reserves this product for a state or state-appointed operator.

Regulator and law

Key points

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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: Moldova

Frequently asked questions

Is online gambling legal in Moldova?

It depends on the product. Online casino is reserved for a state or state-appointed operator. Sports betting is reserved for a state or state-appointed operator. Online poker is reserved for a state or state-appointed operator. Lottery is reserved for a state or state-appointed operator.

Who regulates gambling in Moldova?

Ministry of Finance (state monopoly: Loteria Națională a Moldovei). The main law is: Law No. 291/2016 on the organisation and conduct of gambling.

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