Laws and regulation

Turkmenistan has the most stringent regime in the region: land casinos, bookmakers, slot machines and private lotteries are prohibited.

The exception is state lotteries and some incentive draws without charging rates.

Online gambling is not licensed and is subject to technical blocking; payments for the benefit of foreign operators are suppressed.

For the organization and participation in illegal games, fines and other measures of responsibility are provided.

Gambling advertising is not allowed.

Regulatory focus - prevention of social risks, protection of minors and control of payment transactions; there is no separate industry licensing system for commercial gambling.