Online gambling in Denmark
Spillemyndigheden
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operator relationships
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operator relationships sourced
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min age
Denmark issues separate licences for betting and online casino; poker is covered by the casino framework. The Danish Gambling Authority’s directory displayed an update date of 20 August 2026 when opened on 26 October, and its individual profiles publish legal entities, approved domains and licence categories. Nine named Danish relationships were rechecked on 26 October; the separate 888 and Unibet records retain their 8 September checks. A court-ordered blocking round announced on 19 August covered 98 unlicensed sites, taking the regulator’s cumulative total to 870 since 2012.
Sports Betting
Legal
Online Casino
Legal
Online Poker
Legal
Atlas Market Rule Pack
A structured, source-linked view of the rules that shape entry and operation in Denmark.
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Current operator directory
The official individual profiles identify licence holders, approved consumer domains and licence categories. The directory displayed 20 August 2026 as its update date at the 26 October check. Nine Atlas brand relationships were rechecked against their individual profiles; 888 and Unibet retain separate 8 September checks. This is a relationship review, not a new census of all licence holders or a full policy review.
Danish Gambling Authority licensed operatorsBetting and online-casino licences
Betting and online casino are separate licence categories. A betting licence can cover online and land-based sales and may be valid for up to five years; applicants seeking both categories must apply and pay for both.
Danish Gambling Authority licence guidanceMinimum age and player controls
Licensed online gambling is restricted to people aged 18 or over. Operators must provide deposit limits, account-level self-exclusion, at least 90 days of gambling history and intervention when behaviour indicates potential harm.
Danish Gambling Authority player guidanceROFUS and StopSpillet
ROFUS allows temporary or permanent exclusion from online gambling, land-based casinos and betting at licensed dealers. StopSpillet provides confidential advice and routes to free treatment.
Danish Gambling Authority ROFUS serviceIllegal gambling and advertising
Only licensed operators may target Denmark or advertise gambling services. On 19 August 2026 the regulator reported a court order blocking 98 sites and said 870 illegal gambling sites had been blocked since 2012. Language, currency, flags, marketing, local payment cards and customer service are among the targeting signals it considers.
Danish Gambling Authority blocking decision - 19 August 20262026 renewal deadline
Key date:
The authority’s 2 February 2026 notice set 1 September 2026 as the complete-application deadline for betting and online-casino licences expiring on 31 December 2026, allowing indicative processing of about three months after receipt of all required material. That filing deadline has passed; the notice does not establish the outcome of any individual renewal.
Danish Gambling Authority 2026 renewal process2026 application fees
A five-year online-casino application costs DKK 343,300 in 2026; a combined betting and online-casino application costs DKK 480,600. The fee is due no later than the application submission date.
Danish Gambling Authority online-casino feesLand-based casino application window
Key date:
The Danish Gambling Authority has opened applications for land-based casino licences of up to ten years. Complete application material must reach the authority by 3 November 2026 or it will not be considered in this round.
Danish Gambling Authority casino application roundDecision-support summary, not legal advice. Follow each primary source and confirm the current rule with the regulator before acting.
Jurisdiction-specific evidence
Operator status in Denmark
These are jurisdiction-specific records, not endorsements. Restricted, revoked and other non-active statuses remain visible when supported by an official source.
Bet25
25syv A/S
Evidence checked
888
evoke plc
Evidence checked
Betfair
Flutter Entertainment
Evidence checked
Mr Vegas / Videoslots
Blueberry (Denmark) Limited
Evidence checked
Danske Spil
Danske Licens Spil A/S
Evidence checked
Bet365
Bet365 Group Ltd
Evidence checked
Unibet
FDJ UNITED
Evidence checked
LeoVegas
MGM Resorts International
Evidence checked
ComeOn
ComeOn Group
Evidence checked
Betsson
Betsson AB
The current regulator profile lists Nordic Spil Limited, Betsson, betsson.dk and nordicbet.dk with online-casino and betting licences; poker falls within the online-casino licence scope.
Evidence checked
PokerStars
Flutter Entertainment
The current regulator profile lists Reel Denmark Limited, PokerStars, the approved Danish domains and both online-casino and betting licences; poker falls within the online-casino licence scope.
Evidence checked
Is online betting legal in Denmark?
Yes, online sports betting is legal and regulated in Denmark under the supervision of Spillemyndigheden.
Is online casino legal in Denmark?
Yes, online casino games are legal and regulated in Denmark under the supervision of Spillemyndigheden.
Who regulates gambling in Denmark?
Spillemyndigheden oversees the regulated gambling framework in Denmark, including licensing or compliance for the products permitted there.
What is the minimum gambling age in Denmark?
The recorded minimum gambling age in Denmark is 18. Product-specific or venue rules may impose a higher threshold.
Spillemyndigheden
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