Online bingo in Austria operates under a strict federal monopoly system governed by the Law on Games of Chance (GSpG), which falls within the remit of the Ministry of Finance (1). The Austrian federal government maintains exclusive control over games of chance, with only one license granted for both land-based and online lottery operations (2). Österreichische Lotterien GmbH currently holds the exclusive license to offer electronic lotteries via the internet through their platform win2day.at, and this license remains valid until September 30, 2027 (2).
The main objective of Austria's gambling policy is to regulate and control games of chance with particular emphasis on counteracting gambling addiction, protecting consumers, and preventing unlawfulness and crime (1). Cross-border supply of gambling activities is not permitted in Austria, meaning gambling activities offered internationally via electronic media such as the internet are subject to the national gambling monopoly (1). International operators without Austrian licenses are prohibited from advertising or executing gambling services within Austria, with violations subject to civil law penalties or administrative fines of up to €22,000 per violation (2).
"The main objective of the policy on games of chance is to regulate and control games of chance, with a particular emphasis on counteracting gambling addiction, protecting consumers and preventing unlawfulness and crime."
Austria's Ministry of Finance, through the Tax Office Austria, serves as the main regulator of all gambling activities, including the granting of licenses to land-based and online casinos (2). The federal monopoly structure gives the Ministry of Finance significant authority over gambling operations, while some forms of gambling such as betting are regulated at the state level by Austria's nine individual states (2). Austria's gambling framework also includes a Staff Unit for Addiction Prevention and Counselling established within the Federal Ministry of Finance to highlight the importance of gambling protection and preventive measures (1).
Source:
https://www.bmf.gv.at/en/topics/taxation/regulation-of-games-of-chance.html
https://www.igamingtoday.com/gambling-regulation-in-austria/
Last updated: 28-10-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
