Online casinos became legal in Uzbekistan on January 1, 2025, following a comprehensive regulatory framework approved by the Cabinet of Ministers. The National Agency for Prospective Projects issues five-year licenses for online gambling, betting, and lottery operations at a cost of 18.75 million soums, approximately $1,500 (1). Operators must use domains within Uzbekistan's national internet segment and obtain certification for all gaming software and random number generation technologies from authorized testing laboratories (1).
Licensed operators face substantial financial requirements, with online gambling and betting platforms required to maintain minimum authorized capital of $4.4 million and reserve funds of $2.2 million, while lottery providers need $1.6 million in capital and $1.2 million in reserves (1). The government established the Unified State Register of Bets and Players to manage player records, transaction limits, and enforce restrictions including prohibitions on individuals under 18, those with court-imposed bans, or diagnosed gambling disorders (1).
"This is not a pay-to-play regime. It's a compliance-first market that will reward transparency and capital discipline."
Uzbekistan amended its Penal Code in July 2025 to impose severe penalties for illegal gambling operations ahead of the regulated market's official launch on October 9, 2025. Foreign firms operating without licenses face fines up to $882,000, with authorities authorized to seize illegal earnings, block banking and internet access, and ban repeat offenders from the financial system (2). Violations of anti-money laundering rules or personal data misuse carry fines of approximately $529,200, marking a significant shift from the total prohibition in place since 2007 (2).
Source:
https://sigma.world/news/uzbekistan-opens-door-to-legal-online-gambling-starting-jan-2025/
https://www.yogonet.com/international/news/2025/07/25/112649-uzbekistan-introduces-illegal-gambling-penalties-ahead-of-regulated-market-launch
Last updated: 13-10-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
