Sweden’s licensed gambling operators generated SEK28.2bn in turnover in 2025, a 1.3% increase on 2024, according to the Swedish Gambling Authority. Commercial online gaming and betting turnover exceeded SEK18bn, up 3.3%, while state lotteries and land-based Vegas machines fell 3.4%.
The regulator’s figures show differing turnover trends across Sweden’s licensed gambling segments.
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Sweden’s Spelinspektionen reminded gambling licensees to ensure declared venues continue to meet legal requirements after a preventive supervisory review. The authority said venues that require an alcohol-serving permit must stop gambling immediately if it expires, and licensees must report the venue’s closure to Spelinspektionen.
Spelinspektionen director general Peter Knutsson outlined priorities for Sweden after his first month heading the authority. He identified player protection, effective supervision, clear rules and action against illegal gambling as priorities. He also emphasised operators’ responsibilities and preventing excessive and problematic gambling.
Spelinspektionen director general Peter Knutsson has set out the Swedish gambling regulator's priorities after his first month in the role, with player protection, effective supervision, clear rules and action against illegal gambling named as the main areas of focus. The regulator said the first weeks were marked by listening, analysis of the market and the setting of priorities for the future.
Sweden’s government launched an inquiry into gambling harm among children and young adults. Investigator Zandra Milton will examine marketing, gambling features in computer games and possible safeguards, including compulsory time limits and financial checks. She must submit proposals by 29 February 2028, weighing protections against the risk of players moving to unlicensed operators.
Reportedly, Sweden’s online gambling trade association BOS has urged Spelinspektionen to reconsider some regulatory proposals. In a letter to the outlet, BOS secretary general Gustaf Hoffstedt also welcomed the regulator’s efforts to modernise responsible gambling and technical infrastructure.
Sweden’s Spelinspektionen said anti-money laundering regulations apply to land-based commercial casino gaming from 1 September, following the removal of a previous exemption. The regulator said covered licensees must assess risks, know their customers, establish procedures, train staff and monitor activity. A separate exemption from player registration remains in place.