16 OctRegulation
Chile’s SCJ defends online betting blocks against Latamwin and Epicbet
The court challenges may affect how blocking orders apply to online betting operators in Chile.
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Companies
Dreams, Estelar Bet, Betano, Enjoy, Casino Volcán Pucón, Corporación Meier
Market dossier
Licensing, commercial relationships and regulatory developments.
Licensing status
Enjoy requests surrender of Los Ángeles casino licence in Chile
Licence holders named by regulators (in our records)
- Casino Gran Los Ángeles
- Casino de Puerto Varas
Compliance developments
- Chilean authorities seize 55 unauthorised gaming machines in Los Ángeles
- Chile’s Subtel blocks 42 betting sites as operators switch domains
- AGR and aPAL question Subtel over betting website blocks in Chile
- Online betting platforms reportedly change domains following Chile’s 42-site blocking order
- Subtel orders blocking of 42 unauthorised gambling websites in Chile
Upcoming dates
- 30 Jul 2038 Los Ángeles casino permit expires · entry
Relationships
Reported licences, deals, appointments and other connections. Follow the entry links for context.
Operators active
- Casino de Juego Talca 2026-09-02 · entry
- Dreams 2026-09-02 · entry
- Epicbet 2026-10-16 · entry
- Latamwin 2026-10-16 · entry
- Dreams 2026-08-20 · entry
- Casino Gran Los Ángeles 2026-09-08 · entry
- Enjoy 2026-09-08 · entry
- Dreams 2026-08-28 · entry
- Grupo Meier 2026-08-28 · entry
- Enjoy 2026-08-31 · entry
- Inmobiliaria Peñuelas 2026-08-31 · entry
- Inversiones Gran Pucón 2026-08-31 · entry
Timeline
Newest first, grouped by month.
October 2026
15 OctRegulation
ODECU calls for betting advertising rules after reviewing seven cases involving Chilean clubs
ODECU's proposals would affect betting advertising on club shirts, in stadiums, during broadcasts and through digital campaigns.
September 2026
10 SepRegulation
Chilean Senate committee continues online betting bill discussions
Online betting operators face proposed regulation as the Chilean Senate’s Economy Committee continues debating legislation.
9 SepRegulation
Chile’s Senate Economy Commission advances discussions on online gambling bill
The proposals would require operators to establish a local presence and face additional taxation under Chile’s planned online gambling framework.
9 SepRegulation
Chilean lawmakers seek withdrawal of online betting VAT collection measure
Online betting platforms face VAT collection that SII says does not legitimise their activities, while deputies seek withdrawal.
9 SepEnforcement & compliance
Chilean authorities seize 55 unauthorised gaming machines in Los Ángeles
The Los Ángeles enforcement operation closed a gambling venue and seized 55 machines operating without required permits.
9 SepRegulation
Chilean senators propose licensing and tax framework for online betting
Operators could face licensing, advertising restrictions, user protection and financial controls, with tax amendments still required from the Finance Ministry.
8 SepLicences & markets
Enjoy requests surrender of Los Ángeles casino licence in Chile
Enjoy’s requested Los Ángeles permit surrender requires assessment and a decision by the SCJ’s council, despite shareholder approval.
7 SepRegulation
CMF proposes blocking payment services for illegal online casinos in Chile
The proposal would restrict payment services for illegal online casinos in Chile.
4 SepEnforcement & compliance
Chile’s Subtel blocks 42 betting sites as operators switch domains
Regulators must identify replacement betting domains and obtain SCJ validation before including them in Chile’s blocking process.
3 SepEnforcement & compliance
AGR and aPAL question Subtel over betting website blocks in Chile
Subtel’s betting website blocks face questions from two industry associations, AGR and aPAL.
3 SepEnforcement & compliance
Online betting platforms reportedly change domains following Chile’s 42-site blocking order
Betting platforms adopting new domains face potential further blocking if Subtel extends restrictions to additional domains validated by the SCJ.
3 SepEnforcement & compliance
Subtel orders blocking of 42 unauthorised gambling websites in Chile
Internet providers must implement DNS blocking within 48 hours for 42 overseas gambling websites following court decisions.
2 SepRegulation
Casino de Juego Talca seeks suspension of Dreams casino opening in Chile
The requested suspension could delay opening authorisation for Dreams’ new casino while authorities examine the operator’s financing complaint.
1 SepEnforcement & compliance
Subtel orders internet providers to block 42 gambling websites in Chile
Internet providers must implement notified DNS blocks within 48 hours and demonstrate compliance, with procedures covering verified mirror sites.
August 2026
31 AugDeals & M&A
Inversiones Gran Pucón buys Chilean hotel for CLP15,216m
The hotel acquisition links ownership to Pucón’s sole casino permit applicant, while excluding the casino from the transaction.
28 AugTenders & awards
Grupo Meier considers investment protection proceedings after Chilean casino tender exclusions
Investors face tender exclusion risks as Grupo Meier considers investment protections under the Chile–Peru free trade agreement.
25 AugRegulation
ACCJ challenges Chile’s online betting tax registration rules
ACCJ disputes the tax registration mechanism and maintains that registration does not authorise gambling operations.
25 AugEnforcement & compliance
Polla Chilena files criminal complaint against online betting operators in Chile
The court’s acceptance refers allegations of unauthorised gambling, money laundering and possible criminal association for prosecutorial investigation.
21 AugTenders & awards
Puerto Varas mayor urges SCJ to review casino tenders in Chile
Gárate said the unresolved casino tender delayed investment, services and municipal decisions in Puerto Varas.
20 AugRegulation
SCJ reports CLP47,511m in Chilean casino taxes for Q2 2026
Casino taxes contributed CLP20,787m to regional and municipal development projects, linking gambling activity to development funding.
20 AugTenders & awards
Dreams challenges SCJ exclusion and plans fresh Puerto Varas casino bid
Dreams plans to enter the replacement Puerto Varas tender while continuing to operate the municipal casino during the process.
19 AugRegulation
Chilean senator questions SII tax requirements for foreign betting platforms
Foreign betting platforms must register, report and pay digital VAT, but tax payments do not authorise gambling operations.
19 AugTenders & awards
SCJ declares Puerto Varas casino tender unsuccessful in Chile
Prospective bidders face a new tender with revised conditions after neither applicant met all legal and regulatory requirements.
18 AugRegulation
Chilean senator requests disclosure of government commitments to online betting operators
Operators’ tax arrangements face senatorial questioning while Chile debates platforms’ legal status and disclosure of government commitments.
17 AugRegulation
Chilean MP requests implementation timetable for court-ordered betting website blocks
Court-ordered website blocking requires SCJ validation before Subtel instructs internet providers, while Arroyo seeks deadlines and domain validation criteria.
14 AugRegulation
Chilean lawmakers ask television regulator to suspend betting advertising
The request would remove online betting advertising from Chilean television.
14 AugTenders & awards
Coquimbo casino tender attracts one bidder
The single bid leaves the licence outcome dependent on SCJ’s assessment.
14 AugDeals & M&A
Casino Volcán affiliate buys Pucón casino land
The purchase secures the site while the company awaits the licence decision.
13 AugRegulation
Chile faces request to suspend television betting advertisements
The request would remove online betting advertisements from television throughout the day.
13 AugRegulation
Chilean deputies question VAT registration for offshore betting platforms
The resolution increases pressure to reconcile tax collection with gambling authorisation policy.
13 AugTenders & awards
Chile casino operators challenge municipal tender terms
The unsuccessful lots leave two municipal casino concessions without bidders.
13 AugRegulation
Chilean deputies seek all-day betting advertising suspension
The request would widen television advertising restrictions on betting platforms.
12 AugTenders & awards
SCJ receives casino bids for Coquimbo and Pucón
The hearing advances the casino bidding processes for the two locations.
12 AugTenders & awards
Chile casino tender receives two bids for four locations
Two casino locations need fresh tenders while SCJ evaluates the submitted projects.
12 AugRegulation
Chilean court establishes domain-blocking process for unauthorised casinos
The process gives telecom operators a defined route to implement court-ordered gambling domain restrictions.
11 AugRegulation
ACCJ challenges Chile offshore betting tax arrangements
The challenge seeks separation between tax registration and gambling authorisation.
11 AugTenders & awards
SCJ proceeds with four Chile casino bid hearings
The hearings allow the casino licensing processes to advance despite legal challenges.
10 AugRegulation
Chilean appeal court orders DNS blocking of unlicensed gambling sites
Telecom companies face obligations to restrict access to unlicensed gambling sites.
10 AugRegulation
Santiago court establishes continuing gambling website blocking process
The procedure allows repeated blocking updates as illegal platforms change domains.
8 AugRegulation
Chile casino regulator reaches six months without permanent director
The leadership vacancy affects an agency responsible for casino licensing and supervision.
7 AugTenders & awards
Grupo Meier renews request to suspend Chile casino tenders
The request seeks to delay bidding until challenges to the tender terms are examined.
6 AugRegulation
Casino de Talca seeks investigation of Dreams project permits
The complaint seeks interim suspension of project permits and construction pending investigation.
5 AugRegulation
Chile SCJ faces continuing leadership vacancies
The vacancies leave key regulatory posts awaiting recruitment despite continuing operations.
3 AugRegulation
Chilean online operators form Responsible iGaming Association
The association gives participating operators a collective vehicle for supporting Chilean online gambling regulation.
3 AugRegulation
Chilean operators establish responsible iGaming association
The association gives participating operators an organisation focused on advancing online gambling regulation.
3 AugRegulation
Chilean lawmaker seeks review of online betting VAT decision
The review request challenges the tax treatment of foreign betting platforms before sector legislation is settled.
3 AugTenders & awards
Chile tribunal rejects casino tender suspension requests
The decision preserves the casino bidding timetable despite operator challenges.
July 2026
31 JulRegulation
Chilean online gambling operators form regulatory advocacy association
The association gives participating operators a vehicle to advocate for online gambling licensing.
31 JulRegulation
SCJ and UAF revise Chile casino anti-money laundering rules
The circular changes compliance requirements for Chilean casino operators.
31 JulDeals & M&A
Five Chile betting operators form responsible iGaming association
The association gives the five operators a joint voice in Chile’s online gambling debate.
31 JulRegulation
Chilean operators form AGR to seek online gambling regulation
The association provides a collective channel for operators advocating Chilean online gambling legislation.
31 JulRegulation
Chile updates casino anti-money laundering requirements
Casino operators must update internal controls and oversight arrangements before the new rules apply.
30 JulDeals & M&A
Chilean betting operators establish AGR industry association
The association creates a shared channel for operator participation in Chile’s regulatory debate.
30 JulRegulation
Chile casinos contribute CLP63.775bn in four-month taxes
The receipts fund regional and municipal development as well as national public accounts.
28 JulEnforcement & compliance
Antofagasta authorities close two unauthorised casinos
The closures stop gaming at the two unauthorised premises.
27 JulTenders & awards
SCJ and FNE defend Viña del Mar casino tender terms
The agencies’ positions support maintaining the tender conditions under challenge.
27 JulDeals & M&A
Apuesta Legal Chile launches betting tax registration checker
Users can distinguish tax registration from permission to operate gambling services.
24 JulTenders & awards
Chile’s FNE finds no restrictions in Viña del Mar casino tender
The assessment addresses competition concerns surrounding the casino procurement specifications.
23 JulRegulation
Chile SCJ reports casino tax and inspection results
The report documents casino tax contributions and regulatory inspection activity.
23 JulDeals & M&A
Dreams schedules responsible gambling symposium at Monticello
The event brings regulators and specialists together to discuss gambling-harm tools and practice.
21 JulRegulation
Chile registers 25 foreign betting platforms for digital VAT
The list identifies foreign betting platforms registered for Chilean digital VAT compliance.
May 2026
20 MayRegulation
ACCJ reports lower Chilean casino revenue in 2025
The report pairs falling casino revenue with evidence of online betting among young people.
Recent developments
Licences
- Enjoy requests surrender of Los Ángeles casino licence in Chile
Enjoy’s requested Los Ángeles permit surrender requires assessment and a decision by the SCJ’s council, despite shareholder approval.
Enforcement & compliance
- Chilean authorities seize 55 unauthorised gaming machines in Los Ángeles
The Los Ángeles enforcement operation closed a gambling venue and seized 55 machines operating without required permits.
- Chile’s Subtel blocks 42 betting sites as operators switch domains
Regulators must identify replacement betting domains and obtain SCJ validation before including them in Chile’s blocking process.
- AGR and aPAL question Subtel over betting website blocks in Chile
Subtel’s betting website blocks face questions from two industry associations, AGR and aPAL.
Deals
- Inversiones Gran Pucón buys Chilean hotel for CLP15,216m
The hotel acquisition links ownership to Pucón’s sole casino permit applicant, while excluding the casino from the transaction.
- Casino Volcán affiliate buys Pucón casino land
The purchase secures the site while the company awaits the licence decision.
- Five Chile betting operators form responsible iGaming association
The association gives the five operators a joint voice in Chile’s online gambling debate.
Regulatory calendar
Deadlines, consultations, tenders and rule changes stated in our sources. Global calendar
- DateLos Ángeles casino permit expires · entry
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