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Gambling and advertising: citizens have their say

17 Sep 2025

In Belgium, the debate on gambling advertising and sponsorship is intensifying. For the first time, citizens are being invited to share their experiences and opinions in discussion groups organised by Sciensano and Ghent University.

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Why 20% of 18- to 20-year-olds bet illegally in Belgium

Alex

15 Sep 2025

In Belgium, the increase in the legal age for gambling to 21, which came into force in September 2024, was intended to protect the very young. But a survey has already revealed an unexpected effect: many 18-20 year-olds are circumventing the law by turning to illegal sites, where there is no control.

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Is Holland Casino legal in Belgium?

Caroline

13 Sep 2025

If you live near the Dutch border, you have probably heard of Holland Casino, the renowned brand that attracts thousands of players every year. However, many people wonder whether these establishments can be found in Belgium, or even whether it is possible to play online from Belgian territory. The answer often comes as a surprise: Holland Casino remains strictly reserved for the Netherlands.

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Is Betway.be still legal in Belgium?

Caroline

10 Sep 2025

No, Betway.be is no longer legal in Belgium. The site closed its doors to Belgian players on 26 August 2024.

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New training for D license applicants

Glen

3 Sep 2025

Starting in the fall of 2025, the Belgian Gaming Commission (GC) will organize four Dutch-language training sessions for individuals who submitted a D license application before September 1, 2025.

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The Gaming Commission welcomes its new experts

Maxime

1 Sep 2025

1 September 2025 marks an important milestone for the Gaming Commission (GC). The Royal Decree formalising the new composition of this key body in the regulation of gambling in Belgium comes into force today.

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Is Boomerang Casino legal in Belgium?

Caroline

23 Aug 2025

In a nutshell: no, Boomerang Casino is not legal in Belgium. This online casino, launched in 2020, does not have a licence issued by the Gaming Commission (GC).

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Is Bet365 legal in Belgium?

Caroline

19 Aug 2025

No. Bet365 is not legal in Belgium. Although the site is one of the largest sports betting and online gaming operators in the world, it does not hold a licence issued by the GC. Any activity by Bet365 on the Belgian market is considered illegal and exposes players to penalties.

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Is Stake legit in Belgium?

Caroline

15 Aug 2025

Stake, an online casino platform based in Curaçao and focused on cryptocurrencies, does not have a GC licence and is not authorised in Belgium. Stake.com is on the list of illegal operators and its promotion is strictly prohibited in the country.

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e-Evidence: give your opinion before 17/09/2025

Maxime

12 Aug 2025

Belgium is preparing to transpose the new European ‘e-evidence’ framework into national law, which is intended to facilitate cross-border access to electronic evidence in criminal matters. The IBPT is launching a public consultation open until 17 September 2025, inviting citizens, businesses and judicial actors to express their views on the draft law and royal decree.

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Is LeoVegas legal in Belgium?

Caroline

9 Aug 2025

LeoVegas, an online gaming giant renowned for its mobile excellence, operates legally in several countries, including the Netherlands, where it has been active since a recent agreement. However, in Belgium, the operator is not authorised, and no licence application is pending.

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Disruptions to the EPIS system open the gate to illegal market

Maxime

8 Aug 2025

For the past two days, the EPIS system, the cornerstone of Belgium’s responsible gaming policy, has been experiencing a partial failure. As a result, players are being blocked from entering legal casinos, while illegal platforms are taking advantage of this loophole.

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They choose to exclude themselves from gambling with the EPIS list: a growing phenomenon

Caroline

4 Aug 2025

In Belgium, an unprecedented phenomenon is taking hold: never before have so many players chosen to voluntarily withdraw from gambling via the EPIS system. Thanks to easier digitalisation via the Itsme app, requests for exclusion are skyrocketing, to the point of tipping the figures recorded by the Gaming Commission.

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Is 888 Casino legal in Belgium?

Caroline

1 Aug 2025

The famous online gambling operator 888 Casino is preparing to make its big comeback in the Netherlands via a licence obtained by Godwits Limited. While this announcement has reignited interest in the gambling giant, one question remains in Belgium: is 888 Casino legal here? Spoiler alert: no, and there is currently no indication that it is in the process of being legalised.

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The GC bans 11 more unauthorised casinos in July 2025

Caroline

25 Jul 2025

The highly active Gaming Commission (GC) maintains a blacklist of illegal sites, which is regularly updated when unauthorised operators are identified. These sites expose players to risks such as fraud, lack of data protection and non-payment of winnings.

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July 2025: 6 new illegal casinos on Belgium’s Blacklist

Caroline

1 Jul 2025

The Belgian Gaming Commission (BGC) has added six new websites to its blacklist of illegal gambling platforms in Belgium. Among them is a fake site impersonating the well-known brand Bingoal, […]

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Gaming Commission: summer slows down licensing

Sarah

20 Jun 2025

Every summer, Belgian administrations slow down, and this year is no exception. The Gaming Commission (GC) has just announced that processing times for licence applications will be considerably longer during July and August 2025.

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