Sports betting is fully legal and regulated in Denmark under the Danish Gambling Act, which liberalized the gambling market in 2012. The Danish Gambling Authority (Spillemyndigheden) serves as the primary regulatory body responsible for issuing licenses, supervising operators, and ensuring a fair gambling market (1). Both domestic and foreign operators can obtain licenses to offer sports betting services to Danish citizens, provided they meet strict regulatory requirements and compliance standards.
The current regulatory framework allows private companies to compete in the sports betting market alongside state-owned operators, marking a significant departure from the previous monopoly system. Licensed operators must demonstrate financial stability, implement responsible gambling measures, and comply with anti-money laundering regulations to maintain their authorization (2). The Danish Gambling Authority continuously monitors the market through risk-based supervision and has the authority to impose sanctions, including fines and license revocation, for non-compliance with gambling laws.
"The Danish Gambling Authority works to ensure that citizens can gamble in a fair and legal gambling market and to prevent citizens from developing gambling problems that can have serious consequences for their finances, health and social well-being."
Denmark has established one of Europe's most comprehensive responsible gambling frameworks, including the ROFUS self-exclusion register which has exceeded 60,000 registered users as of May 2025. The Danish Gambling Authority actively blocks illegal gambling websites, with 178 unauthorized sites blocked in June 2025 alone, representing the highest number of blocks since 2012. Licensed sports betting operators must contribute to responsible gambling initiatives, maintain strict age verification systems, and provide player protection tools including deposit limits and self-exclusion options to ensure sustainable gambling practices.
Source:
https://www.spillemyndigheden.dk/en
https://businessindenmark.virk.dk/guidance/exicse-duties-on-goods/gambling/
Last updated: 15-09-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
