There is no full-fledged law for online casinos in Suriname yet, so the market is de facto represented by offshore platforms, which local players access directly or via VPN.
Operators require a standard KYC, but the protection of the player's rights is limited by the jurisdiction of registration of the site.
Payments are based on bank cards (availability may change), international e-wallets, and for part of the audience - on cryptocurrencies (BTC/USDT); calculation is often carried out in USD, less often in SRD.
Advertising and promotions in the country are controlled carefully, so offshore companies emphasize digital marketing and bonus promotions.
Key risks - lack of local guarantees, possible blockages and payment disputes.
The current trend is to strengthen the requirements for a responsible game (limits, self-exclusion) and discuss the license regime under the auspices of the regulator to bring part of the online segment "into the white" zone.
Until 2023, the online game in Suriname actually lived in the "gray zone," relying on offshore sites. Since September 13, 2023, a new law has been in effect: a local license is required, supervision is with GCBS, an unlicensed offer is prohibited (including offshore targeting). We analyze what is now considered "gray," what risks players have and how to distinguish a legal product.
Learn more →Before the 2023 reform, Surinamese residents often went to offshore online casinos. We analyze which brands are most often found in the region (Stake, 1xBet, bet365, etc.), why they attract players, what risks offshore companies carry and what the current Surinamese law says (online games - only under the local GCBS license).
Learn more →An overview of three key iGaming providers (Pragmatic Play, NetEnt, Playtech) from the point of view of Suriname: game portfolios (slots, live casinos), regional trends in Latin America, compliance and how these brands get to players - through locally licensed operators and global aggregators.
Learn more →A complete guide to payments in Suriname: how Visa/Mastercard, local online banking and mobile wallets work, where cryptocurrency is used and what nuances on commissions, limits, KYC/AML and security should be taken into account.
Learn more →Details about VPN in Suriname: legal context and restrictions, where VPN helps (privacy, work, streaming, online gambling), how to set up and what protocols to use, risks and compliance for users and businesses.
Learn more →What is already enshrined in the law on gambling in Suriname (2023), which institutions and by-laws form the rules for online casinos, where gaps remain and what the roadmap for launching a transparent, safe and tax-efficient online market may look like.
Learn more →
Crypto Casino
Torrent Gear