Online bingo is legal in Georgia under the country's evolving gambling regulatory framework, with the government introducing comprehensive amendments to gambling laws to regulate online gaming activities (1). The Government of Georgia submitted a legislative package to Parliament introducing a separate permit system specifically for online gaming, including online casinos, slot saloons, and totalizators (1). The Revenue Service of Georgia issues various types of permits for gambling businesses, including slot clubs and gaming clubs, with entities involved in online gaming required to obtain proper permits to operate legally (2).
The new regulations impose strict requirements on online gambling operations, prohibiting land-based establishments from hosting computers or electronic devices for online games without obtaining the appropriate online gaming permit (1). Violations of permit requirements carry substantial penalties, with fines of up to GEL 7,000 imposed on those who fail to comply with licensing regulations (1). The legislative amendments came into force on June 1, 2024, requiring all entities involved in online gaming to ensure full compliance with the new regulatory framework by that date (1).
"A separate permit system will be introduced to control online gaming. Online casinos, slot saloons, and totalizators will require separate permits. Land-based establishments cannot host computers or electronic devices for online games without a permit."
Georgia's gambling taxation structure includes annual fees and quarterly business fees charged based on the type of game and whether a land-based permit is held by the operator (1). The Revenue Service of Georgia oversees the issuance of gambling permits and enforcement of compliance requirements across the sector (2). The regulatory framework aims to exercise effective control over the online gaming industry while ensuring transparency and protecting consumers, with industry participants required to maintain ongoing compliance with evolving gambling laws and regulations (1).
Source:
https://ai.news.ge/georgia-introduces-amendments-to-gambling-law-to-regulate-online-gaming/
https://www.rs.ge/LegalEntityTaxes-en?cat=7&tab=1
Last updated: 28-10-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
