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Uruguay plans online gambling legislation and tougher oversight for 2026

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Uruguay’s government plans to present a legislative package in the first half of 2026 covering online gambling and oversight of the sector, according to casino director-general Fernando Estevez. Proposals under consideration include rules for online licences, action against unauthorised gambling and separating regulatory oversight from casino operations; a separate proposal from Senator Felipe Carballo would create a state online platform.

Operators may face new online licensing rules and oversight arrangements if the proposed legislation advances.

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Uruguay casino operators propose online gambling bill with land-based licence limits

Uruguay’s Chamber of Operators and Lessors of Casino and Entertainment Hall Services submitted a bill to the Executive Branch proposing state authorisation and oversight for online gambling. The proposal would reserve online casino licences for companies already operating land-based casinos and includes measures such as unauthorised-site blocking and a national user registry. The Executive Branch will decide the next step; licence requirements and taxes remain to be determined.

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