For many years, Ireland was one of the key destinations for offshore operators, but its iGaming landscape is shifting, as the country moves toward a fully regulated domestic framework. The defining milestone came with the Gambling Regulation Act 2024, signed into law on 23 October 2024, which established the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI). The GRAI began accepting licence applications in 2025, initially for in-person and remote betting, with further licence categories to follow on a phased basis.
When it comes to player trends, digital entertainment is deeply embedded in everyday life, and online betting and gambling are growing steadily. For operators and suppliers willing to adapt to the new framework, Ireland offers a modernising and steadily growing market – one that rewards compliance, technological innovation and a long-term approach, while reshaping opportunities across both online and land-based channels.
