Online casinos are legal in Kyrgyzstan following the passage of Law No. 50 "On Gambling Activities in the Kyrgyz Republic" in June 2022, which ended a decade-long prohibition on gambling. The legislation permits all types of gambling including online casinos, electronic virtual casinos, and betting establishments, though operators must obtain proper licensing to conduct activities (1). Both land-based and internet-based casino operations are now authorized under government regulation.
The State Service for Regulation and Supervision in the Communications Industry under the Ministry of Digital Development serves as the authorized regulatory body specifically for online and virtual casinos. This agency is responsible for issuing licenses, monitoring compliance with legal requirements, maintaining registers of gambling establishments, and enforcing regulations for internet-based gambling platforms (2). The government established separate regulatory oversight for online gambling to ensure proper monitoring and control of the digital gaming sector.
"The authorized state body for the regulation of gambling activities in terms of online casinos, electronic (virtual) casinos is the Service for Regulation and Supervision in the Communications Industry under the Ministry of Digital Development."
Despite legalization, significant restrictions apply to online casino operations in Kyrgyzstan. The law prohibits citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic from participating in any gambling activities, limiting access exclusively to foreign nationals over 21 years of age (1). Operators face fines for allowing Kyrgyz citizens to gamble, and advertising cannot target the domestic population, reflecting the government's approach to balance revenue generation with social protection concerns.
Source:
https://cis-legislation.com/document.fwx?rgn=141490
https://gratanet.com/news/on-the-approval-of-acts-regulating-certain-issues-in-the-field-of-gambling
Last updated: 13-10-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
