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The sports betting law in Brazil is advancing, with the official start of licensing processes that will allow these companies to operate in the country legally. We are always attentive to changes in the regulatory scenario alongside its partners, especially those already at the forefront of this new context.
Óscar Madureira, our Chief Legal Office (CLO), reinforces this stance and commitment of the company that operates in the development and commercialization of software for casino and online sports betting platforms:
“It’s with great enthusiasm that we announce that Oddsgate welcomes the new regulations in Brazil's sector very positively. We’re prepared to work closely with regulatory authorities, local operators and other interested parties to ensure our platform complies with all legal and regulatory requirements while providing excellent customer service.”
By rigorously addressing all regulatory requirements, the company aims to lead by example, offering continuous support and positioning itself as a haven for its partners, navigating the complex paths of regulation while ensuring all steps are taken within the law.
With an attitude that values integrity, data protection and updated certifications, Oddsgate's team are proud to encourage and congratulate those on the front line of Brazilian regulation, especially customers and partners.
The team recently conquered a new certification, the GLI-33, and is now celebrating the growing list of bookmakers already starting Brazil's regulatory process.
Emphasizing the importance of other companies following this same path, Madureira adds, “We believe that the regulatory movement in Brazil represents a unique opportunity to strengthen the market, providing a safe and fair experience for all users.”
Since December 2023, when Law 14,790/23 was enacted in Brazil, some iGaming and sports betting companies have been working to obtain the necessary permissions to operate in the country.
However, in August, with the closing of the licence application period, companies that were candidates to operate legally came to light under evaluation of their compliance with the established criteria.
To illustrate the progress of online betting regulation in Brazil, we separated the most important of this regulation timeline from the law's approval to the detailed implementation of operational rules.
2023
July: Enactment of Law 14.790/2023, known as the "Betting Law," establishing the regulatory framework for online sports betting.
2024
January: A presidential decree officially creates the Secretariat of Prizes and Betting (SPA) within the Ministry of Finance.
February: Publication of rules for the certification of betting systems laboratories, live game studios, and online games.
April: The Ministry of Finance issues SPA/MF Ordinance No. 561, establishing the SPA Regulatory Policy and outlining a four-phase regulation schedule.
September: Deadline for companies to apply for operating authorization.
2025
January: Start of operations for authorized companies;
Mandatory use of the ".bet.br" domain;
The first permits are set for January 2025 as part of the government's efforts to regularize the sector and ensure transparency and security under the new Ministry of Finance regulations.
The benefit of this regularization is for everyone, as Óscar Madureira points out:
“We’re confident that the regulation will bring significant benefits to the industry and create a more transparent and safe environment for Brazilian consumers. Furthermore, this regulatory evolution will allow companies like ours to invest more confidently in Brazil, creating new jobs and promoting economic growth.”
Brazilian legislation imposes strict criteria for licencing and certification. Bookmakers must meet requirements for legal qualification, tax and labor regularity, suitability, economic-financial and technical qualification, and pay a fee of R$30 million, valid for five years.
Oddsgate raises the flag of possibilities. The CLO says, “We look forward to exploring the new opportunities that the Brazilian market presents and continuing to contribute to developing a responsible and sustainable online betting sector in the country.”
