Online casinos are now fully legal and regulated in Brazil following the enactment of Law No. 14,790/2023 on December 30, 2023, which established a comprehensive legal framework for gambling activities in the country (1). The Ministry of Finance serves as the primary regulatory authority, with the newly created Secretariat of Prizes and Bets (SPA) overseeing licensing and enforcement since January 1, 2025. This landmark legislation marked Brazil's transition from decades of gambling prohibition to become one of the world's most significant regulated online gambling markets.
The regulatory framework requires operators to obtain federal licenses from the Ministry of Finance at a cost of BRL 30 million (approximately USD 6 million) for a five-year validity period, covering both fixed-odds sports betting and online casino operations (1). All licensed operators must establish Brazilian subsidiaries and meet strict technical, financial, and compliance standards, including anti-money laundering provisions and responsible gambling measures. The law defines online gaming as electronic channels enabling virtual betting on games with outcomes determined by random number generators, bringing casino games under formal regulatory oversight for the first time since 1946 (2).
"Starting from January 1, 2025, only gaming companies duly authorised by the Ministry of Finance will be allowed to operate and advertise in Brazil."
The Brazilian government has actively enforced the new regulations by blocking unauthorized gambling websites and restricting financial transactions to unlicensed operators, working alongside the National Telecommunications Agency (Anatel) to ensure compliance (2). Licensed operators must use the official ".bet.br" domain designation and undergo regular audits to maintain their authorization. While the regulatory framework represents a significant opportunity for the gambling industry in Brazil's market of over 215 million people, operators face substantial compliance requirements including revenue taxation, player protection measures, and strict advertising guidelines established by the National Advertising Self-Regulation Council (CONAR).
Source:
https://iclg.com/practice-areas/gambling-laws-and-regulations/brazil
https://altenar.com/blog/navigating-gambling-regulations-in-brazil-a-guide-for-2024/
Last updated: 20-07-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
