Online bingo in Slovenia operates under a state-controlled monopoly framework where only two lottery operators, the Lottery of Slovenia and Sports Lottery, hold concessions to organize classic games of chance including bingo (1). The Gambling Act regulates all gambling activities with the Ministry of Finance overseeing licensing and the Financial Administration of the Republic of Slovenia confirming game rules and providing oversight (2). Online gambling must be operated by land-based operators that already have a concession for a casino or existing classic lottery games, restricting eligibility significantly (1). Only one concession may be granted for an individual classic game of chance, with the Government deciding on concession awards (2).
Slovenia is planning to liberalize its gambling market through draft amendments published in August 2025, proposing to increase the total number of licensees to five through an open tender run three times yearly (1). Authorizations under the proposed changes will last for five years, creating competitive pressure on existing monopoly holders to adapt their business models (1). Currently, occasional operation of bingo games may be conducted once a year by registered societies and non-profit humanitarian organizations with Government approval, while small-scale bingo within cultural programs requires no license if total ticket values remain below specified thresholds (2). Fines up to EUR 250,000 can be imposed on entities organizing games without concessions (1).
"The presence of new providers would potentially create a competitive environment in the market putting pressure on the Lottery of Slovenia and the Sports Lottery, which would have to adapt its current business model to the new market conditions."
Criminal sanctions of up to three years imprisonment or eight years for substantial sums apply to anyone organizing, participating in, or assisting with organizing online games without proper concessions (1). The Government may grant no more than 15 concessions for casino operations and 45 for gaming halls throughout Slovenia, maintaining strict numerical limits (2). Licenses for gambling allow companies to offer services both land-based and online, though current restrictive requirements have limited market participation (1). The Financial Administration carries out supervisory tasks through the Special Financial Office, conducting inspections to ensure compliance with the Gaming Act (2).
Source:
https://www.vixio.com/insights/gc-slovenia-unveils-market-opening-draft
https://www.gov.si/en/topics/games-of-chance/
Last updated: 28-10-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
