Sports betting is completely legal in Bermuda under the framework established by the Betting Act of 1975 and subsequent legislation. The government has licensed betting operations throughout the jurisdiction, with operators required to obtain proper licensing from the Betting Licensing Authority before conducting any betting activities (1). The legal framework allows for various forms of sports wagering, including betting on horse racing, greyhound racing, and various sporting events under proper regulatory oversight.
The regulatory environment for sports betting in Bermuda has been modernized with the passage of The Betting Act 2021, which updated the legal framework for betting operations. The Bermuda Gaming Commission, established under recent legislation, now serves as the primary regulatory body overseeing gaming and betting activities in the jurisdiction (2). This commission works to establish a regulatory framework that builds a culture of compliance through education and collaboration in a fair and responsive manner.
"Establishing a regulatory framework that builds a culture of compliance through education and collaboration in a fair and responsive manner."
Licensed betting operators in Bermuda must comply with betting duty requirements under the authority of the Betting Act and the Miscellaneous Taxes Act of 1976, with duties charged on all bets made, received, or negotiated by licensed persons (1). The application process for betting licenses requires submission to the Betting Licensing Authority at Magistrates' Court, with fees paid to the Accountant General's Department. The regulatory framework ensures that sports betting operates within a controlled environment while generating revenue for the government through licensing fees and betting duties on wagering activities.
Source:
https://www.gov.bm/applying-betting-licence
https://www.bgc.bm/
Last updated: 15-09-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
