Online casinos in France: What players are allowed

Online casinos in France: What players are allowed (full text)

💡 Status as of October 17, 2025.

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What's allowed online: Licensed online poker, sports betting and horse racing. Online casino games (slots, roulette, blackjack) are still prohibited. The regulator is the Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ).

Self-exclusion (FIJ): nationwide base; the standard blocking period is 3 years.

Player limits: when opening an account, you need to set weekly deposit/bet limits; increase - with "cooling period."

Taxes for players: online private winnings are usually not subject to personal income tax (unless you are a "professional" player). For land-based casinos: winning on slots over €1,500 is subject to a ≈13,7% fee, held by the casino.

1) What exactly can you do online in France

1. Play online poker with operators with a French ANJ license.

2. Betting on sports (fixed odds, sweepstakes) and horse racing (PMU) is also only with licensed operators.

3. Lotteries and instant games - online through the monopoly operator FDJ (overseen by ANJ).

4. Online casino games (slots, roulette, blackjack) are not allowed: ANJ does not issue licenses for such products; legalization is being discussed, but the rules have not yet been changed.

What this means in practice: if the site offers slots/roulette "for France," it is either a foreign unlicensed operator or a resource that masks geography - ANJ regularly seeks domain blocking and payments to illegal sites.

2) Registration, verification and limits

CCM/identity verification is mandatory before playing for money. Operators overseen by ANJ are required to verify age, identity and payments.

Weekly limits: when opening an account, the player sets deposit/bet limits; they can be increased only with a delay (usually 48 hours), the decrease is effective immediately.

Control tools: timeouts, reality checks, time and expense counters are a mandatory part of the interface.

3) Self-exclusion and player protection

Fichier des Interdits de Jeux (FIJ) - a nationwide system of self-exclusion, applies to online operators, casinos and gambling clubs; can be issued remotely. The standard period is 3 years, followed by a check upon removal.

Advertising: ANJ promotes tougher rules (including the idea of "whistle-to-whistle" bans during matches), special protection for youth.

4) Bonuses, advertising and "risk signals"

Bonuses are only available to adult verified users; conditions must be transparent. ANJ controls marketing and can restrict "aggressive" mechanics.

For monopoly operators (FDJ/PMU) and commercial licensees, there are increased standards for player protection; regulator limits time-based launches of "too gambling" products.

5) Taxes and money

Online (poker/betting): For regular players, winnings are generally not subject to income tax; but income tax qualifications are possible for professional activities. Keep your game/payment history.

Land casinos: winnings on slots over €1,500 are subject to a social contribution ~ 13.7%, withheld upon payment; for tables - other modes.

Operator taxes (GGR/bets, etc.) do not affect the player's obligation, but are reflected in margins and lines.

6) How to play it legal and safe: checklist

1. Check the ANJ license on the operator's website and avoid. com resources without French authorization.

2. Set up limits immediately upon registration; use timeouts.

3. Know about FIJ: if you feel the risks, make self-exclusion online.

4. Keep a history of replenishment and rates - useful for both self-control and in case of tax issues.

7) FAQ

Can I play online slots and roulette in France?

No, it isn't. In 2025, only online poker, sports betting and horse racing from licensed operators are allowed.

What limits apply to me as a player?

You are required to set weekly deposit/rate limits; increase - with delay, decrease - immediately.

How long is the account blocked with self-exclusion?

Standard - 3 years; removal - only upon request and after verification.

Do I need to pay tax on winnings online?

Not usually for non-professional players; "professionals" may have different rules. Offline there are deductions, for example, on slots over €1,500.

France is pursuing a "strictly controlled" online model: poker and betting are available to players, and online casino games are prohibited. At the same time, there is strong consumer protection - from mandatory limits to three-year self-exclusion, and advertising is increasingly limited. By following a simple checklist (ANJ license, limits, FIJ, transaction history), you are playing legally and in a safer environment.