GGL sets out core duties under 2021 State Treaty on Gambling
Regulation · SectorWire deskSource published
Source: GGL (Germany) ·
Summary
The GGL regulates Germany's cross-state gambling market as licensing and supervisory authority, with core duties set under the 2021 State Treaty on Gambling from 1 January 2023. It oversees online poker, virtual slots, sports betting, horse betting and nationwide social lotteries, and combats unauthorised gambling, while the Darmstadt regional government remains responsible for the player blocking system.
Why it matters
The GGL oversees online poker, virtual slots, sports betting, horse betting and nationwide social lotteries, while Darmstadt handles player blocking.
Cite as: SectorWire, “GGL sets out core duties under 2021 State Treaty on Gambling”, 9 December 2025, https://sectorwire.news/item/ggl-sets-out-core-duties-under-2021-state-treaty-on-gambling/