Austrian courts allow recovery of losses from illegal online gambling agreements
Austrian courts have often ruled that contracts between players and unlicensed online gambling operators are invalid, allowing players to seek repayment. The Austrian Supreme Court has also ruled that winnings paid under an illegal gambling agreement may be reclaimed; lawyer Oliver Peschel said a broader reform is needed as the win2day licence expires in 2027.
Operators face potential repayment claims while Austria’s online gambling licensing framework approaches its 2027 expiry.