Online bingo is legal in Estonia under the Gambling Act of 2008, which established a comprehensive regulatory framework for both land-based and online gambling operations (1). The Estonian Tax and Customs Board serves as the primary regulatory authority responsible for issuing licenses, conducting audits, enforcing compliance, and overseeing all gambling activities including online bingo (2). All operators, whether local or international, must obtain proper licensing to offer gaming services to Estonian citizens, with international operators required to be based within the European Economic Area (1).
To legally operate online bingo in Estonia, companies must undergo a two-stage licensing process consisting of an activity license and an operating permit (2). Operators must first be registered as a public or private limited company in Estonia or another EEA country and demonstrate solid financial health with a minimum share capital of €1 million for games of chance operators (1). The state fee for an activity license to organize games of chance is €47,940, while operating permits require an additional €3,200 fee, with the Estonian Tax and Customs Board deciding on applications within four months of receiving complete documentation (1).
"In Estonia, in 2024, gambling is among the most regulated industries; full legality includes both land-based and online activities. It is the Estonian Tax and Customs Board that regulates the market regarding licensing and compliance issues."
Estonia operates one of the most competitive tax regimes in Europe with a Gross Gaming Revenue tax of just 6% applied to total revenues from gambling activities after deducting payouts to players (2). Licensed operators must comply with stringent regulations including having games tested by accredited laboratories for fairness and randomness, implementing GDPR-compliant cybersecurity measures, and providing responsible gambling tools such as self-exclusion options and addiction support services (2). Estonia's transparent licensing process, advanced digital infrastructure, and favorable regulatory environment have made it an attractive jurisdiction for online gambling operators, with the market generating over €200 million in annual online gambling revenue (1)(2).
Source:
https://altenar.com/blog/gambling-laws-in-estonia-2024-guide-to-regulation-and-legality/
https://www.igamingtoday.com/gambling-regulations-in-estonia/
Last updated: 28-10-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
