Online casinos are legal in Serbia under a comprehensive regulatory framework that has been in place since 2011. The country legalized online gambling through amendments to its gambling legislation, with complete regulations introduced in 2013 and further amendments made in 2020 to enhance responsible gambling practices and anti-money laundering policies (1). Serbia operates under the Law on Games of Chance 2020, which governs all forms of gambling activities including online casinos, sports betting, and slot machines within the country's borders.
The Serbian gambling industry is strictly regulated by the Games of Chance Administration (GCA), which operates as a specialized department within the Ministry of Finance. This regulatory body oversees all gambling activities, issues licenses to operators, and ensures compliance with national gambling laws and international standards (2). The GCA requires all casino operations to maintain direct connections to its computer network for regulatory oversight and supervision purposes, ensuring transparency and compliance across the industry.
"The key regulatory authority applicable to the gambling sector in Serbia is the Games of Chance Administration under the Ministry of Finance. The Serbian gambling regulator is committed to creating a balanced environment by enhancing market structure and making legal guidelines clearer."
Licensed online casino operators in Serbia must meet specific requirements including minimum share capital of €250,000, bank deposits of €300,000, and daily risk cash deposits of €10,000. The regulatory framework includes taxation on online casino operations at 10% of gross gambling revenue with a minimum monthly payment of €10,000. Serbia's gambling laws continue to evolve, with recent draft amendments in 2024 proposing enhanced responsible gambling measures, stricter advertising restrictions, and increased licensing fees to align with European Union standards in preparation for potential EU membership.
Source:
https://mfin.gov.rs/en/about-ministry-2/Games of Chance Administration
https://practiceguides.chambers.com/practice-guides/gaming-law-2024/serbia
Last updated: 26-07-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
