Gambling in El Salvador occupies a prominent place in the economy, especially in tourist and entertainment areas.
Revenues from land-based casinos form a significant portion of tax revenues regulated by the Treasury Department.
The sector provides jobs and stimulates the development of related industries - hotels, restaurants and transport.
Online gambling is not yet taxed, but with its legalization, the state can increase budget revenues.
Experts predict further growth of the industry, especially taking into account the introduction of digital payment systems and cryptocurrencies actively supported in the country.
The current picture of the gambling market in El Salvador: the role of the Lottery (LNB), land casinos and sports betting, online games, payments (including Bitcoin), fresh figures for LNB revenue and a careful assessment of the total market volume with methodology and forecast.
Learn more →How El Salvador's casinos and gaming halls affect tourism: a portrait of visitors, synergy with beach and urban tourism, format of tour packages and events, impact on employment and revenue, risks and responsible play measures. Practical checklist for operators, hotels and tourism.
Learn more →We analyze what the revenues of the Salvadoran budget from the gambling industry consist of: the LNB lottery and its transfers, tax withholding from winnings (15%), duties and VAT on the import of equipment, licensing and administrative payments. We give a neat estimate of the volume of income and growth factors.
Learn more →How El Salvador manages social risks of gambling: signs of addiction, risk groups, player self-control, operator tools (limits, self-exclusion, age verification), the role of the state and LNB, advertising standards, working with adolescents and families. Practical checklist for players, operators and authorities.
Learn more →A comparative survey of El Salvador against the backdrop of Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama and Belize. We compare laws, the role of lotteries/regulators, land casinos, the online segment, payment practices (including cryptocurrencies), the impact of tourism, responsible gaming standards and forecasts until 2030.
Learn more →
Crypto Casino
Torrent Gear