Sports betting is legal and regulated in Mauritius under the Gambling Regulatory Authority Act of 2007, which established the Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRA) as the primary regulator for all gambling activities in the country (1). The GRA is responsible for licensing and overseeing various forms of gambling, including sports betting operations, casinos, horse racing, and interactive gambling. Both land-based and online sports betting are permitted within the regulatory framework established by the Authority.
The Gambling Regulatory Authority oversees all aspects of the gambling sector and serves as the AML/CFT regulator for the industry, ensuring compliance with anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing requirements (2). Licensed operators must adhere to strict regulatory standards and are subject to ongoing supervision by the Authority. The regulatory framework covers various forms of betting including pool betting on sporting events, both domestic and international competitions.
"The Gambling Regulatory Authority is the AML/CFT regulator for the gambling sector, which comprises any person licensed to operate interactive gambling under the Gambling Regulatory Authority Act."
Mauritius has established a comprehensive taxation system for gambling activities, with specific taxes imposed on gambling operations and winnings. The Mauritius Revenue Authority oversees the collection of gambling taxes from licensed operators. While local licensing exists for sports betting operations, authorities generally tolerate residents accessing unlicensed foreign betting websites, creating a relatively open environment for sports betting activities in the country.
Source:
https://mauritiuslii.org/akn/mu/act/2007/9/eng@2017-06-30
https://www.fiumauritius.org/fiu/?page_id=2247
Last updated: 17-09-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
