The legality of gambling in Luxembourg: casinos, lotteries and sports betting under state control

Luxembourg's legal model is based on the principle: everything is prohibited, except for the expressly permitted. The base is set by Law of 20 April 1977, which introduces a general ban on the operation of chance games and sports bets; any exceptions are allowed only by special acts and permits of the state.

Casino: Casino 2000 in Mondorf-les-Bains only

The only licensed site. One casino is allowed in the country - Casino 2000 (Mondorf-les-Bains). Other private land-based or online casinos are not authorized under Luxembourg law.

Regulatory logic. The permit is exclusive and supported by grand-ducal regulations, which describe in detail the types of games, admission and control.

Practice and context. The "one casino + strict supervision" model reduces risks and simplifies compliance control (age, access, anti-money laundering procedures).

Lotteries: State Monopoly and Social Mission

National Lottery. Lottery products are controlled by Loterie Nationale and are sold in a state monopoly mode.

Digital channels. Official loterie portal. lu legally sells tickets and instant games; communications are accompanied by blocks of responsible play.

Sports betting: Legal through Loterie Nationale

Who is eligible. In Luxembourg, sports betting is allowed, but not in a competitive market: it is offered by the state-owned operator Loterie Nationale. This is confirmed by the updated practice and profile reviews.

Where to put. For online betting, the official LoterieSport website/application (loteriesport. lu) - is positioned as the only legal sports betting site in Luxembourg.

Conditions and liability. LoterieSport's general terms and conditions explicitly state that the Lottery is authorised to offer online betting (and a number of online games) under Luxembourg law.

Online market: "allowed only by the state"

General prohibition - and narrow exceptions. The 1977 law also applies to Internet formats: online casinos and private betting sites are prohibited by default unless specifically authorized.

Who can online. According to current legal guides, only Loterie Nationale is licensed to provide online gaming services (including sports betting). Private online licenses are not issued for casinos/betting in Luxembourg.

What the player sees. Official Loterie Nationale/LoterieSport resources give access to bets and individual games with built-in responsible play tools (limits, notifications, help contacts).

What exactly is forbidden (and what to look at)

Exploitation of gambling without permission. Any "private" organisation of games/bets outside the government scheme is a breach of the 1977 law.

Lending to players. Casinos and their staff are prohibited from issuing loans to play or pay off gambling debts - this is directly spelled out in the text of the law.

Slot machines outside the casino. Devices where the outcome is completely accidental and there is a chance of winning are subject to a general ban; this is periodically confirmed by law enforcement.

The role of the state and the Ministry of Justice

Who "holds the keys." The Department of Justice reviews permit requests and coordinates enforcement of regulations; subordinate structures and law enforcement agencies provide supervision.

By-law detailing. Grand-ducal regulations set "how exactly" the permitted formats work (admission, types of games, control of premises and procedures).

Short answer "what is legal for the player today"

Casino: can only be played at Casino 2000 (Mondorf-les-Bains).

Lotteries: Loterie Nationale products are legal (online and offline).

Sports betting (online): Legal via LoterieSport - Loterie Nationale platform; other v.lu sites are not licensed.

Frequent questions

Is it possible to bet with an international online bookmaker?

The right to online services has a state operator; private. com sites are not licensed in Luxembourg, so the player has no regulatory protection. Bet via LoterieSport.

Is there an online casino "for everyone" in the country?

No, it isn't. Private online casinos do not receive local licenses; any online games are possible only within the powers of the state operator and under its rules.

Where to check that the site is legal?

Check if the site is associated with Loterie Nationale (loterie. lu / loteriesport. lu), and see the legal sections/terms and conditions - they reflect the grounds for the provision of services.

Luxembourg retains a narrow and transparent legal perimeter: one land-based casino, a state lottery monopoly and sports betting through Loterie Nationale. Everything else falls under the general prohibition of the Law of April 20, 1977 - until the state opens a new exception. For the player, a simple benchmark: Casino 2000 for offline, Loterie Nationale/LoterieSport for lotteries and online betting.