Online gambling law and regulation in Malta

Is online gambling permitted?Yes
Licence available for…BettingYes
SportsYes
Card GamesYes
CasinoYes
LotteryYes
Footnotes and Notes

Two different licences categories may be issued by the Malta Gaming Authority: (a) Gaming Service Licence (a B2C licence to offer or carry out a gaming service); and (b) Critical Gaming Supply Licence (a B2B licence to provide or carry out a critical gaming supply).  

Licences are issued for a period of ten years and can be renewed on condition that a set of requirements are adhered to and that application for the renewal is made within a pre-established timeframe before the expiry of the licence.   

Any person (natural or legal) is eligible to hold a gaming licence provided that person is established in Malta or in the European Economic Area.

Last updated: April 2023