Sports betting is legal and regulated in Suriname under the supervision of the Toezicht en Controle Instituut voor Kansspelen (Gaming Board), which serves as the country's official gaming regulatory authority. The Gaming Board was established under the Wet Toezicht en Controle Kansspelen (Gaming Supervision and Control Act) and is responsible for overseeing all forms of gambling activities throughout Suriname (1). The regulatory framework requires operators to obtain proper licensing before offering sports betting services to ensure compliance with national gambling laws.
The Gaming Board operates as the designated supervisor for all gambling games in Suriname, with comprehensive authority to monitor and enforce compliance across the gaming sector. According to official government announcements, the Gaming Board is tasked with supervising and controlling adherence to gambling regulations and has presented its working processes and accomplished activities to senior government officials including the President (2). The institution maintains strict oversight of licensed operators to ensure they meet regulatory standards and operate within legal boundaries.
"The Gaming Board (the Supervisory and Control Institute for Gambling) is designated by law as the supervisory authority for all games of chance in Suriname."
Suriname's gambling regulation balances entertainment value with public welfare concerns, maintaining a structured approach to licensing casinos, sports betting operations, and lotteries. The Gaming Board issues licenses only after thorough evaluation and ensures ongoing compliance monitoring (1). While land-based gambling is well-established and regulated, online gambling operates in a more permissive environment with fewer specific restrictions, though operators must still adhere to general gambling laws and obtain appropriate authorization from the Gaming Board (2).
Source:
https://www.igamingtoday.com/gambling-regulation-in-suriname/
https://gov.sr/bekendmaking/bekendmaking-gaming-board/
Last updated: 15-09-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
