Latvia proposes gambling tax increases from January 2026
Latvia’s government proposed bringing forward gambling tax increases to January 2026, the report said. The plan would raise interactive gambling tax from 12% to 15% of gross gaming revenue and is expected by the government to generate an additional €9.2 million; the Association of Licensed Gambling Operators in Latvia warned the changes could close more than 20 gaming halls and 10 gaming tables and reduce tax income by €2.5 million.
The proposed rates and potential venue closures could change operators’ tax costs and land-based footprint in Latvia.