# Estonia and Lithuania gambling regulation

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/estonia-and-lithuania-gambling-regulation
> Updated: 2026-08-26T18:05:00.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

Estonia and Lithuania are implementing distinct regulatory frameworks for the gambling sector.

In Estonia, the Tax and Customs Board manages a two-step licensing process involving both an activity licence and an operating permit. This system emphasizes digital integration, requiring remote gambling systems to connect directly to the board’s information system, while the regulator actively blocks unlicensed sites to ensure compliance.

Lithuania is moving toward stricter controls under the Lithuanian Gaming Control Authority (LPT). Planned changes through 2028 include raising the minimum gambling age to 21 by November 2025. Additionally, by January 1, 2028, Lithuania will implement a near-total ban on gambling advertising and sponsorship, affecting sports clubs and cultural events. Current restrictions already limit sports betting advertisements to specific formats and prohibit off-site promotion of casino games.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-26: Lithuania approves new rules to simplify business licensing

Lithuania has approved new licensing rules to reduce business administrative burdens by 35% and double service speeds through mandatory electronic submissions and data sharing between state systems.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lithuania-approves-new-rules-to-simplify-business-licensing

### 2026-08-11: Estonia and Lithuania implement new gambling regulations

Estonia and Lithuania are tightening gambling regulations, with Estonia focusing on digital licensing integration and Lithuania moving toward a near-total advertising ban by 2028.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/estonia-and-lithuania-implement-new-gambling-regulations

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