Gambling age and rules in Belgium (2026)
Last reviewed: 7 November 2026
In short: The Gaming Commission sets a minimum age of 21 for casinos, slot machine arcades and betting, online or offline. Online operators must hold its licence.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| Minimum age for casinosGambling | You must be at least 21 to take part in games of chance in casinos, online or offline. [1] |
| Minimum age for lotteriesGambling | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Minimum age for sports bettingGambling | You must be at least 21 to take part in betting, online or offline. [1] |
| Online gamblingGambling | Online casinos, betting sites and slot machine arcades are legal if licensed by the Gaming Commission. Knowingly playing on an illegal site can be fined between EUR 26 and EUR 25,000 (multiplied by a multiplication factor). [2] |
| Gambling regulatorGambling | The Gaming Commission (Kansspelcommissie, Commission des jeux de hasard) licenses operators and keeps the list of illegal gambling sites. [3] |
Notes
- The National Lottery is not covered by the Gambling Act of 7 May 1999, so the age page of the Gaming Commission does not set its age.
Sources
- Gaming Commission (Kansspelcommissie): What is the minimum age to participate in games of chance or betting? (consulted 7 November 2026) · all sources
- Gaming Commission (Kansspelcommissie): Illegal games of chance (consulted 7 November 2026) · all sources
- Gaming Commission (Kansspelcommissie): Legal games of chance (consulted 7 November 2026) · all sources
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General information, not legal advice. Rules change: check the official source before you fly or ride.