Lithuania’s gambling and lottery sectors continued to grow in 2025, according to new figures released by the Gaming Authority. The country’s gambling market generated €274.1 million in gross income last year, a 13% increase compared to 2024. The lottery market expanded at a similar pace, with €167.2 million in ticket sales and €91.9 million paid out in winnings.
Remote Gambling Drives Market Growth
Remote gambling remains the primary engine of expansion. Since surpassing land‑based revenue in 2020, online gambling has continued to widen the gap. In 2025:
- Remote gambling revenue: €202.4 million (+19%)
- Land‑based gambling revenue: €71.7 million (virtually unchanged year‑over‑year)
Tax Contributions
Combined lottery and gambling tax payments totaled €86.9 million in 2025, including:
- €29.3 million from major lottery operators
- €57.6 million from gambling operators
Crackdown on Illegal Gambling
The Gaming Authority intensified enforcement efforts last year:
- 47 warnings issued to foreign entities for illegal remote gambling
- 37 investigations conducted
- 208 domains added to the national blacklist of illegal operators
By year‑end, the blacklist contained 2,017 domains, reflecting ongoing efforts to curb unlicensed activity.
Focus on Prevention and Player Support
The Supervision Service continued to prioritize consultation and prevention initiatives. In 2025:
- 2,160 consultations were provided to individuals experiencing gambling‑related problems and their families—similar to 2024 levels
- 18,710 voluntary self‑exclusion requests were submitted, a 14% increase from the previous year
Authorities note that while gambling‑related harm remains a significant issue, public awareness and use of self‑restriction tools are steadily rising.
Strengthening Industry Compliance
The Supervision Service also advised gambling and lottery operators, with a strong emphasis on preventing regulatory violations. Targeted training sessions on anti‑money laundering (AML) and counter‑terrorist financing (CTF) requirements were delivered to help strengthen sector resilience and ensure compliance with national legislation.
