Sports betting is fully legal in Montenegro, having been regulated under the country's comprehensive gambling framework since 2006. The Montenegrin government initially legalized gambling activities in 2006, and later extended this to include online betting platforms in 2011 (1). The legal framework is governed by the Games of Chance Act, which serves as the principal legislation regulating all forms of gambling including sports betting in the country.
Montenegro has recently undergone significant gambling law reforms in 2025, marking the first major overhaul in over 20 years. The new legislation introduces updated licensing requirements, with betting licenses now lasting 8 years compared to the previous concession system (2). The regulatory environment is overseen by the Games of Chance Administration, which ensures compliance with licensing requirements and operational standards for both land-based and online sports betting operators.
"Licenses now replace concessions: casino licenses last 15 years, while betting and slot machine licenses last 8 years. Existing concession holders have a 270-day transition to comply."
The current legal framework includes specific restrictions and consumer protections for sports betting operations. Notably, Montenegrin legislation prohibits betting on political election results and prevents owners or shareholders of sports clubs from simultaneously operating sports betting services on their own teams or leagues (1). The updated regulations also emphasize player protection measures, including restrictions on gambling facilities near educational institutions and enhanced identification requirements for both physical and online betting platforms (2).
Source:
https://www.mondaq.com/gaming/1663488/new-games-of-chance-act-in-montenegro
https://tribuna.com/en/casino/news/2025-08-11-montenegro-enacts-first-gambling-law-reform-in-over-20-years-introducing-15-tax-on-player/
Last updated: 15-09-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
