The General Directorate for the Regulation of Gambling (DGOJ) has issued €77 million in fines against 14 online gambling operators for operating without the necessary licenses in Spain.
Regulatory Crackdown on Illegal Operators
Fines levied by the DGOJ range from €5 million to €10 million, with most operators facing penalties at the lower end of the spectrum. However, one operator received the maximum fine due to what the regulator deemed “more severe violations.”
The DGOJ emphasized that these actions are part of a broader strategy to strengthen Spain’s regulated gaming market, ensuring consumer safety and compliance within the industry.
Commitment to Market Integrity
A spokesperson for the DGOJ reiterated that the regulator will continue to take strict measures against companies that operate outside legal frameworks or fail to protect consumers.
Earlier this year, the DGOJ hosted an anti-money laundering summit to address risks linked to unlicensed gambling, including:
✅ Identity theft
✅ Terrorist financing
✅ Fraud
Spain’s Growing Online Gambling Market
Despite regulatory enforcement, Spain’s online gambling market remains on an upward trajectory. Projections for 2025 estimate gross gaming revenue (GGR) could reach a record €1.45 billion.
While licensed operators stand to benefit from industry expansion, the DGOJ cautions that illegal gambling sites continue to pose risks to market integrity and consumer protection.
As Spain strengthens its gaming regulations, the DGOJ remains committed to preserving transparency and security in the industry.
