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European gambling regulatory and tax developments
Overview
On October 1, 2026, Malta implemented revised VAT and gaming tax frameworks intended to increase industry predictability and sustainability. These reforms, introduced via Legal Notices 84 and 86 of 2026, clarify the treatment of specific services such as sports betting and certain casino offerings.
Following these changes, the broader European gambling landscape is seeing various regulatory developments. In Malta, the new rules include a 15 percent tax rate for classic casino offerings. Concurrently, Austria continues to maintain strict government oversight and licensing standards for its online casino market, while in Germany, discussions have emerged regarding security gaps related to the OASIS player exclusion system and the rise of platforms not connected to the central registry.
Entities
Malta Gaming Authority · Oasis · Malta · Mr Green · 888 Casino
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[BUSINESS] 6 sourcesEuropean gambling markets face new tax and regulatory shifts
New gambling regulations and tax changes are impacting the European market, including a 15% tax in Malta and strict licensing requirements in Austria and Germany.
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[BUSINESS] 3 sourcesMalta implements new gaming tax and VAT regulations
Malta’s revised gaming tax and VAT frameworks come into force on October 1, 2026, aiming to increase regulatory clarity and sector competitiveness.
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