Sports betting is completely legal in Bosnia and Herzegovina under the framework established by different gambling regulations in each of the country's entities. The Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina regulates gambling through the Law on Games of Chance (2015), which covers all forms of gambling including land-based and online activities (1). Republika Srpska operates under its own Act on Games of Chance (2019), which similarly permits and regulates sports betting and other gambling activities within its jurisdiction.
The regulatory structure is managed by different authorities within each entity, with the Republicka Uprava Za Igre Na Srecu (RUIS) serving as the gaming regulatory board under the Ministry of Finance in Republika Srpska. This authority licenses online gaming operations and oversees compliance with gambling regulations (2). Both entities maintain separate licensing systems for sports betting operators, creating a decentralized regulatory environment where operators must obtain appropriate licenses from the relevant entity where they wish to operate.
"The gambling business in Bosnia and Herzegovina is completely legal and regulated by law, including sports betting activities."
The legal gambling age throughout Bosnia and Herzegovina is 18 years old for both land-based and online betting activities. Licensed operators must comply with advertising restrictions, taxation requirements, and certification processes specific to each entity (1). The online gambling market is experiencing significant growth, with revenues expected to reach approximately €45 million by 2025, driven by increasing smartphone usage and the rising popularity of digital betting platforms among younger demographics throughout the country.
Source:
https://www.gga.org.ge/en/world/58
https://www.casinocity.ba/online-gaming/
Last updated: 15-09-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
