A proposal discussed in Brussels would tax online betting and gaming operators’ profits, with revenue intended for EU education and youth policies, according to the report. It would require unanimous backing from all 27 member states; the proposal’s taxable base and relationship with national taxes remain unresolved.
Operators could face an additional levy if member states unanimously approve the proposal.
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SBC News reported progress towards consideration of an EU-wide gambling revenue levy, while describing implementation as distant. European Parliament vice-president Victor Negrescu proposed the 1% charge in February.
The European Parliament's Budget Committee included an EU-wide online gambling tax in its opinion on the 2028–2034 budget framework, according to the report. The EGBA said the vote was exploratory and argued that a levy could benefit illegal operators and reduce member states' tax revenues. The European Parliament was scheduled to vote on the opinion later in April, followed by budget negotiations.
European Parliament vice-president Victor Negrescu has proposed a coordinated EU tax on online gambling and betting companies, reportedly through an amendment signed by more than 20 MEPs. He estimates annual revenue of €2bn to €4bn and as much as €28bn over the EU budget cycle; the proposal also calls for 20% of the long-term EU budget to go to education and vocational training.
Italian MP Mauro D’Attis said he would seek changes to the increased levy during discussion of the 2027 budget. He said measures should address illegal gambling and addiction risks, while protecting regulated operators; the source gives no proposed rate or amount.
A submission by football economics expert Luciano Mondellini to a Senate committee says draft bill S. 1902 would impose a 2% contribution on football betting from 1 January 2027. The bill estimates annual proceeds of €230 million, with allocations for youth development, social projects, women’s football and grassroots clubs; the amount reaching professional clubs is undetermined.