Question 1

Is online gambling legal in Italy?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but only under an ADM concession. The current concessions took effect on 13 November 2025 and cost around €7 million per vertical, which is why the number of licensed sites fell sharply from the previous regime.

Question 2

Why do Italian players see so little gambling advertising?

Accepted Answer

Because there is essentially none. The 2018 Decreto Dignità bans gambling advertising and sponsorship outright — one of the strictest regimes in Europe — so licensed operators compete on product and odds rather than promotion.

Question 3

Are gambling winnings taxed in Italy?

Accepted Answer

Not for the player at an ADM-licensed site. The concessionaire pays tax on gross gaming revenue instead, so there is nothing for you to declare on winnings from a licensed operator.

Question 4

What age and currency apply at Italian casinos?

Accepted Answer

You must be at least 18 and register with a verified identity (SPID or CIE) before playing. Deposits are in Euros (EUR). Self-exclusion runs through RUA, which since February 2026 offers tiered options — all operators, a single operator, or by game category.

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