Online gambling in Uruguay
Dirección General de Casinos (DGC) / Dirección Nacional de Loterías y Quinielas (DNLQ)
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Uruguay retains a state-led model: the Dirección General de Casinos directly operates and oversees the state casino network. Online casino games such as poker, roulette and slots remain prohibited under the published DNLQ rules, while specifically authorised products such as Supermatch are treated separately. Atlas therefore does not present Uruguay as an open online-casino market.
Sports Betting
Restricted
Online Casino
Restricted
Online Poker
Restricted
Atlas Market Rule Pack
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DNLQ’s current public notice says online games of chance and betting may be offered only where specifically enabled by the State or the competent authority. It warns that advertising unauthorised gambling is prohibited and sanctionable.
Uruguay DNLQ notice and online-gambling rulesRemote casino prohibition
The DNLQ reproduces Article 244 of Law No. 19.535: remote casino and gaming-hall games, including poker, roulette and slots, are absolutely prohibited, while separate statutory or specifically authorised products remain a distinct question.
Uruguay Law No. 19.535 as published by DNLQDecision-support summary, not legal advice. Follow each primary source and confirm the current rule with the regulator before acting.
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Operator status in Uruguay
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Is online betting legal in Uruguay?
Online sports betting in Uruguay is restricted. Some forms may be permitted under specific conditions.
Is online casino legal in Uruguay?
Online casino games in Uruguay are restricted. Some formats may be permitted under specific conditions.
Who regulates gambling in Uruguay?
Dirección General de Casinos (DGC) / Dirección Nacional de Loterías y Quinielas (DNLQ) oversees the gambling activities permitted in Uruguay. Commercial online licensing may be limited, transitional or unavailable for some products.
What is the minimum gambling age in Uruguay?
The recorded minimum gambling age in Uruguay is 18. Product-specific or venue rules may impose a higher threshold.
Dirección General de Casinos (DGC) / Dirección Nacional de Loterías y Quinielas (DNLQ)
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Verification Note
Information is based on official regulatory sources. Always verify operator licensing status directly with Dirección General de Casinos (DGC) / Dirección Nacional de Loterías y Quinielas (DNLQ) before use.
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