Bingo and keno - Germany

After the reforms of 2021, the German gambling market is designed in such a way that bingo and keno belong to the lottery sphere and are managed by land lottery companies (united in DLTB). This means: fixed rules, transparent circulations, sale through official kiosks and online land portals, strict age verification (18 +) and built-in self-control tools.

What is keno (KENO) and how it differs from classic lotteries

Keno is a "flexible" lottery with daily draws: the player chooses how many numbers to mark and how much to bet; potential winnings and the likelihood of success depend on this. Usually "levels" are available (for example, select 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 numbers), as well as certain additional options (such as multipliers) - the details depend on the land operator.

Main feature: high frequency of draws and the ability to vary risk/reward through the choice of "level" and bet.

What is bingo and in what formats it exists

Bingo - draw on cards with numbers, where the host announces the drop-down numbers. In Germany, popular:

Television and charity formats (in a number of lands - "family Sunday bingo" with funding for public projects);
Online participation through the portals of land lotteries (buying a ticket, linking to a specific circulation/transfer);
Offline events (cultural/charity evenings) - always within the framework of local rules and subject to age restrictions.

Where and how to play legally

Offline: stalls with the logo of the state lottery of the land (Lotto-Annahmestelle). There is a receipt, payment - in cash/card or through a linked client number.

Online: Only on official websites/apps of your land. Registration includes proof of age and place of residence; payment methods - familiar banking (for example, SEPA, Sofort/Klarna, sometimes Giropay), betting history and limits are available in your personal account.

Age 18 + required; if there is self-exclusion, access to online participation will be blocked.

Rules and prize money: short and to the point

Keno

Choice of format: the player marks the "level" (how many numbers to play) and bet.

Circulation: daily; results are published officially on the same day.

Payouts: depend on the level and number of matches; there are fixed win tables.

Risk/Reward: The more numbers selected and the bet, the higher the potential win, but also the lower the probability of a complete match.

Bingo

Card: grid of numbers; the presenter announces the dropped numbers.

Wins: for filling lines/patterns/full field (depending on format).

Circulation format: often "show format" (including television broadcasts) or pre-announced online draws with a clear schedule.

Taxation and payments

Income tax: as a rule, no winnings are charged; subsequent income from the use of funds (interest, investments) may become taxable.

Winning: small amounts - in the kiosk/account; large - through a land operator with identity confirmation and non-cash payment.

Security: online participation is preferable from the point of view of ticket safety (everything is tied to your account).

Responsible play and limits

Limits in your personal account: you can limit the amount and frequency of participation (especially important for daily keno).

Pauses and self-exclusion: for signs of a problem game, use "time-out" or apply for self-exclusion - it will block access to all licensed online channels.

Informing: official portals show odds, cost of participation and circulation archive - use this for informed decisions.

Bingo vs keno: What to choose

I want a "social" experience and rare but "event" pranks → Bingo (especially TV shows/charity runs).

I want daily dynamics and customizable risk → Keno (I choose "level," change the rate).

I want the minimum entry threshold and the usual offline ritual → Kiosk with lotteries in your land.

I want transparency and control → Online cabinet: betting history, limits, quick verification of results.

Mini-guide to chance and budget

Keno: do not raise the rate "in the dog" - frequent circulations provoke impulsiveness. It is better to determine the daily/weekly budget in advance and strictly follow it.

Bingo: Buying multiple cards makes you more likely to win, but also increases costs proportionally - it's a comfort strategy, not a "math bypass."

The general rule: Take the game as entertainment. Any lottery has a negative expectation - the rate should be small and comfortable.

FAQ

Is it possible to play keno and bingo at foreign sites?

It is recommended to participate only through the official channels of your land. Foreign sites without a German license are a lack of protection and the risk of non-payment.

Are there "secret systems"?

No, it isn't. Draws are based on chance and controlled by government/auditors. Any "systems" only increase costs, not a chance in excess of the norm.

How to find out the results and collect the winnings?

Results - in the personal account and on the official pages of the land lottery; small winnings are automatically credited to your account, large ones - according to the established procedure with identification.

Bottom line. In Germany, bingo and keno are legal, transparent and socially responsible products of land lotteries. Choose a format for your scenario (show draw or daily dynamics), participate only in official channels, set limits in advance and keep the game at the level of easy entertainment.