Estonia

Legal Structure

Estonia operates one of the EU’s most advanced and transparent regulatory environments for online gambling. Since 2010, licensing has been available for both domestic and foreign operators.

Oversight is managed by the Estonian Tax and Customs Board, which maintains a registry of authorized platforms. Foreign applicants must appoint a local representative and meet security and identity requirements.

All unauthorized websites are actively restricted, and payment channels are blocked to prevent financial activity involving unlicensed entities. Operators are subject to regular audits.

The country also prioritizes responsible gambling — requiring tools such as self-exclusion, session timers, and prominent support notices on all licensed platforms.

Estonia's tech infrastructure and e-government initiatives attract many gambling software providers and innovators, reinforcing its role as a regional hub.

Ongoing legislative updates aim to strike a balance between business growth and user safety — keeping Estonia ahead in regulatory innovation.