Online casinos are not specifically licensed or regulated in Bermuda, despite the territory having established a comprehensive framework for land-based casino gaming. The Bermuda Gaming Commission was created in 2015 under the Casino Gaming Act 2014 and has expanded its remit to include all forms of legal gambling on the island (1). However, the regulatory focus has been primarily on integrated resort casinos rather than online gambling operations, with no licenses issued to Bermudian online gambling sites to date.
The Casino Gaming Act 2014 legalized gambling in Bermuda with specific limitations, allowing for up to three integrated resort casinos but excluding online casino operations from the licensing framework (1). The legislation was designed to enhance investment and employment through land-based casino development, with comprehensive regulations published in 2018 to ensure games are fair, honest, and played with security and integrity (2). While traditional forms of gambling like sports betting and bingo halls have operated legally for years, internet-based casino gaming remains outside the formal regulatory structure.
"Due to the fact that there have been no gambling licenses issued to Bermudan online gambling sites, there are no legal online betting operations based in Bermuda."
Despite the absence of local online casino licensing, Bermudian residents can access international online gambling sites without prosecution, as the government does not actively block foreign gambling websites or pursue legal action against players (2). The Bermuda Gaming Commission's regulatory framework remains focused on physical casino establishments, requiring comprehensive internal control policies, anti-money laundering compliance, and protection for vulnerable players. While the territory continues to develop its land-based gaming industry, online casino regulation has not been prioritized, leaving residents to rely on offshore gambling operators regulated by foreign jurisdictions.
Source:
https://www.gov.bm/articles/status-casino-regulations
https://www.gamblingjudge.com/bermuda-gambling-sites-and-taxes/
Last updated: 20-07-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
