Latvia

Regulatory Framework

In Latvia, online gambling is permitted only under government-issued licenses. The supervisory body ensures that all operators meet national standards for legality and safety.

Foreign gambling sites are restricted, with ISPs instructed to block access to unlicensed domains. The focus remains on local licensing and data protection.

Both land-based and digital gambling are tightly controlled. Licensed platforms undergo periodic reviews and must operate with full legal and financial transparency.

The country maintains an actively updated blacklist of unapproved platforms, and financial providers are required to restrict transactions with them.

Latvia has also launched a number of initiatives promoting responsible gaming, including mandatory self-exclusion options and awareness campaigns.

Despite its modest size, Latvia’s gambling sector is dynamic, attracting interest from operators aiming to expand within the Baltic legal landscape.