Gambling Activities in Portugal

All types of gambling activities are legalized in Portugal at the moment, including casinos, as well as lottery. The gambling industry in this country is thought to be very promising, being more relaxed from the legislation point of view when compared to other European jurisdictions. 

Which authorities are responsible for regulating gambling?

What license is required for land-based gambling?

What are the eligibility criteria for the gambling license in this jurisdiction?

• - Be a limited liability legal entity with a registered office in an EU member jurisdiction or in a country which signed the EEA;
• - Be compliant with the administrative cooperation with regards to taxation, combating fraud and money laundering.

What limitations are placed on customers of gambling activities in Portugal?

1. The minimum age for entering these facilities and playing is fixed at minimum 18 years;
2. The limitation and prohibition on certain individuals to attend the gambling activities based on the fact that these individuals have positions of responsibility in public authorities;
3. The limitation and prohibition for entering these facilities and playing for individuals who are self-excluded or banned from gambling by the authorities or by a court decision;
4. The limitation and prohibition of persons who are employed by casinos to take part in the game;
5. Other limitations: we can provide more information on what these other limitations are.