Sports betting in Tunisia operates under a strictly regulated, state-run framework rather than a competitive private market. Only the state-owned operator Promosport holds the licence to offer sports wagering, ensuring that all legal sports bets are placed through a public monopoly (2).
Historically, gambling in Tunisia was entirely prohibited under the 1957 Penal Code, which was influenced by traditional Shari’ah principles. This code expressly forbade all forms of games of chance, effectively outlawing sports betting from 1957 until 1974 (1).
"However, in 1974, with the passing of Law-decree no. 74-20 on Betting, Chance, and Lottery Games, casinos (foreigners only), horse race betting, lottery, and sports betting were legalized. The state-owned monopoly Promosport was established in 1984 to manage lottery and sports betting." (2)
Since the 1974 decree, sports betting has remained legal but tightly controlled. Promosport retains exclusive rights over all land-based and digital sports wagering, and any unlicensed or offshore betting activities are considered illegal under Tunisian law (2).
Source:
https://www.icnl.org/research/library/tunisia_crim-fr/
https://igamingafrika.com/starting-a-gambling-business-in-tunisia-full-guide/
Last updated: 22-05-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
