Offering online gambling without a Coljuegos licence
Ignoring the rules laid out in Law 1753
Taxation and fees
17% of Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) as a general rule
15% of GGR if the Return to Player (RTP) is ≥ 83%
20% withholding tax on winnings
Licence validity / duration
3-5 years
Benefits of the market
Secure and compliant by design
Strict KYC, AML, and ISO-certified tech requirements ensure safe operations and player trust – a competitive advantage for licensed operators.
SOFTSWISS products compliant
No products available at the moment
Land-Based Gambling in Colombia
Key legislation
Law No. 643 (2001)
Allowed activities
Among others:
traditional lotteries
permanent bets
raffles
localised games
Prohibited activities
Among others:
running games of chance without authorisation or a concession from the State, as required by Law No. 643
running gambling operations outside the state’s control
Taxation
Operators pay fixed monthly fees based on the legal minimum wage, depending on the type of game (e.g. slot machines, tables, bingo). A 19% VAT is charged using standardised tax values (UVT).
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