Brazil’s central bank creates eFX code for betting transactions from October
Brazil’s Central Bank published Resolution BCB 561/2026 on 5 May, creating a dedicated classification for international payment and transfer operations linked to games and betting. From 1 October 2026, those transactions must use code 34045, the report said. eFX providers must register the service in Unicad by 30 October 2026, while certain providers have until May 2027 to seek authorisation.
Payment providers and betting platforms must adapt transaction classification and reporting to meet the new requirements and deadlines.