Question 1

Is online gambling legal in Spain?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Law 13/2011 created a national licensing regime, and the DGOJ issues the general and singular licences an operator needs for casino games. Most international brands serve Spain through a dedicated .es site rather than their global one.

Question 2

How is gambling advertising restricted in Spain?

Accepted Answer

Heavily. Since the 2020 advertising decree, gambling ads on television and radio are confined to a 01:00–05:00 window, and sponsorship is tightly limited. Welcome bonuses remain legal after a 2024 Supreme Court ruling partly annulled the ban on them.

Question 3

Are gambling winnings taxed in Spain?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Net annual gambling gains count as income for IRPF purposes and must be declared. Losses can be offset only against gambling winnings in the same year, never against other income.

Question 4

What age and currency apply at Spanish casinos?

Accepted Answer

You must be at least 18, and Spanish sites take deposits in Euros (EUR). Every licensed operator checks you against RGIAJ, the national self-exclusion register, which lasts a minimum of six months.

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