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Colombia Gambling License (Coljuegos)

Published: August 1, 2026Updated: July 29, 2026
Colombia (Coljuegos)

The Colombia Gambling License is issued by Coljuegos and allows operators to offer online casino, sports betting, and fantasy sports services to players in Colombia. It was the first fully regulated online gambling market in Latin America, offering a stable and clear legal framework.

Regulatory Body Coljuegos (Administrative Unit for the Solidarity Pension System)
Jurisdiction Republic of Colombia
Legal Framework Law 643 of 2001 and subsequent decrees (e.g., Decree 1093 of 2022)
Valid In

Colombia.

Not Valid In

Outside Colombia.

Recognition

The gold standard for LatAm regulation; highly respected regionally.

What This License Covers

Online casino operators Sports betting operators Fantasy sports operators

Financial Requirements

Fixed Annual Fee Approximately €250 000
GGR Tax 15-17% tax on Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR).
Renewal Cycle Annual
Additional Costs New Deposit Tax 16% (Every single user deposit amount)
  • Administrative Fee 1% (Total exploitation taxes paid)
  • VAT 19% (GGR)
  • Corporate Tax 35%
  • Local server or data representation requirements

Special Requirements

  • Local Presence: Must have a local legal representative in Colombia.
  • Corporate Structure: Can be a foreign entity but must register locally for tax purposes.
  • Capital Requirements: Must demonstrate financial stability.
  • Technical Requirements: Systems must be certified and allow for real-time auditing by Coljuegos.
  • Compliance Obligations: Strict AML/KYC, responsible gambling, and self-exclusion registers.
  • Background Checks: Due diligence on owners and directors.

Ideal Use Cases

  • Operators entering the Latin American market.
  • Brands seeking a reputable and stable regulatory environment in LatAm.