Sports betting is legal in Greenland and operates under the Danish gambling regulatory framework administered by the Danish Gambling Authority (Spillemyndigheden) (1). Greenland allows gambling on the same premises as offered in Denmark's Gambling Act, with operators required to obtain proper licensing from the Danish authorities to legally provide sports betting services to Greenlandic residents.
The Danish Gambling Authority supervises gambling activities in Greenland and requires operators to comply with responsible gambling regulations in both Denmark and Greenland (2). Online sports betting is available to customers aged 18 or older, with operators mandated to complete age verification checks and provide information in both Danish and Greenlandic languages for lasting character information.
"Please notice that the liberalisation of online bingo and betting on horse, dog, and pigeon racing does not apply to Greenland."
While most forms of sports betting are legal in Greenland, there are specific restrictions on certain types of betting activities. The police in Greenland are responsible for issuing licenses and supervising gaming machines and charity lotteries, while the Danish Gambling Authority handles broader online gambling supervision. Licensed operators must adhere to anti-money laundering compliance requirements and maintain responsible gambling practices to protect consumers in the autonomous territory.
Source:
https://www.spillemyndigheden.dk/en/gambling-greenland
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Last updated: 15-09-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
