Online casinos are strictly prohibited in Turkey under the country's comprehensive gambling laws. The Turkish government has implemented a complete ban on all forms of private gambling operations, including online casinos, since 2006 (1). Under Article 228/3 of the Turkish Commercial Code, it is explicitly forbidden to provide venues and opportunities for gambling through information systems, making online casino operations illegal (1).
Turkey operates a state monopoly system where only government-controlled gambling activities are permitted. The only legal forms of gambling in the country are the state-run lottery (Milli Piyango), the official sports betting platform IDDAA operated by the Ministry of Youth and Sports, and horse racing betting supervised by the Ministry of Agriculture (2). All other forms of gambling, including private casinos and online gambling platforms, remain against the law with no licensing system available for private operators.
"Gambling and betting are considered a field that is principally prohibited under Turkish law and can only be carried out under government control."
The enforcement of these gambling restrictions is严格 pursued by Turkish authorities, who actively block access to foreign online gambling sites and impose significant penalties on violators. Players caught gambling through illegal platforms face administrative fines, and gambling proceeds are subject to confiscation by relevant authorities. The Information and Communication Technologies Authority (ICTA) plays a crucial role in blocking unauthorized gambling websites, demonstrating Turkey's commitment to maintaining its gambling monopoly and protecting citizens from what the government considers harmful activities.
Source:
https://cms.law/en/int/expert-guides/cms-expert-guide-to-gambling-laws-in-cee/turkey
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Last updated: 26-07-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
