Gambling Age in Cyprus

The legal gambling age in Cyprus is 21 for casino gaming and 18 for sports betting, lotteries, and other forms of gambling. Cyprus offers a regulated gambling environment with a mix of casino gaming, sports betting, and lottery games.

You Must Be 21 for Casinos and 18 for Other Gambling in Cyprus

In Cyprus, individuals must be at least 21 to enter and gamble in casinos. The country’s main casino, City of Dreams Mediterranean, and several smaller satellite casinos offer slot machines, table games, and poker. For sports betting and lottery games, the minimum age is 18. The Cyprus Betting Authority regulates sports betting, while the Cyprus Lottery manages lottery activities.

Gambling in Cyprus is governed by strict regulations under the Betting Law of 2012 and the Casino Operations and Control Law of 2015. Operators must verify players’ ages to ensure compliance with the law. Violations of age restrictions can lead to significant penalties.

For more information on gambling regulations in Cyprus, visit National Betting Authority or Cyprus Casinos.

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