Sports betting exists in a regulatory gray area in Saint Lucia, with traditional gambling governed by the Gaming, Racing and Betting Act while online sports betting remains largely unregulated. The country's gambling framework is administered through official government legislation that covers land-based gaming activities (1). However, no specific laws have been formulated regarding online gambling within the country, creating an ambiguous legal environment for digital sports betting platforms.
Saint Lucia's gambling landscape has undergone significant changes in recent years, with the country's only land-based casino having closed in 2020. The Gaming, Racing and Betting Act provides the legal framework for traditional gambling activities, but online gambling regulation has not been established (2). This regulatory gap means that while there is no explicit prohibition against online sports betting, there is also no formal licensing or oversight mechanism in place for such activities.
"No laws have yet to be formulated as far as online gambling goes within the country; however, there is no prohibition either."
The absence of specific online gambling legislation has resulted in Saint Lucians being able to access offshore betting platforms without explicit legal barriers. The Gaming, Racing and Betting Act continues to govern traditional forms of gambling and betting within the country's borders (1). However, the government has not established a licensing regime for online operators, meaning that sports betting activities primarily occur through international platforms that accept Saint Lucian players, operating outside the direct oversight of local authorities (2).
Source:
http://attorneygeneralchambers.com/laws-of-saint-lucia/gaming-racing-and-betting-act
https://www.igamingtoday.com/gambling-regulation-in-saint-lucia/
Last updated: 15-09-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
