| Regulatory Authority | Superintendency of Casinos (SCJ) |
| Key legislation | Pending Online Gambling Bill (introduced in March 2022, still under Senate review)
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| Allowed activities | No available information at the moment |
| Prohibited activities | Online casinos and online sports betting by private or foreign operators |
| Taxation and fees | A pending bill proposes a 20% tax on Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) for licensed online gambling operators. It also includes mandatory contributions of 2% to Chilean sports and 1% to responsible gambling programmes. |
| Licence validity / duration | No available information at the moment |
| Benefits of the market |
Chile’s online gambling market is growing fast, with estimates putting it at USD 600 million by 2026, thanks to a solid 22% annual growth rate. With over 91% of Chileans now online – roughly 17.9 million people – the country is well-positioned for digital betting to keep expanding.
Chile has a strong betting culture. Around 36% of the population plays the lottery or similar games, and nearly 4% bet on sports every day. Football leads the pack, especially with the rising popularity of live, in-play betting.
A big part of the sector’s rise is Chile’s digital payment ecosystem. Debit card use hit 87% in 2024, and platforms like WebPay Plus, MACH, and Fpay have made digital wallets and contactless payments the norm, making it quick and easy for people to bet online. |
| SOFTSWISS products compliant | No products available at the moment |
| Key legislation | Law No. 1.298 (1975) Law No. 19.995 (2005) |
| Allowed activities | Among others:
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| Prohibited activities | Any gambling not explicitly authorised by law |
| Taxation | Licensed casino operators are subject to a special corporate income tax of 20% on Gross Gaming Revenue, calculated after deducting VAT and provisional income tax payments. |