Irish law requires a licence to offer betting to customers in Ireland. Betting under an unlicensed operator can leave you without recourse if something goes wrong.
Who licenses betting in Ireland
The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) began issuing remote betting licences on 1 July 2026. Before that, remote bookmakers were licensed by the Revenue Commissioners, and some operators still hold Revenue licences during the changeover. Casino and other gaming licences from the GRAI are expected to open in 2027 and 2028.
What to look for on the site
- A licence statement in the footer with the operator’s company name and licence number.
- The company name matching a name on the regulator’s public register.
- Clear links to responsible gambling tools and support organisations.
- An 18+ notice and straightforward terms and conditions.
Check the register yourself
Search the licensed bookmaker register on the regulator’s website for the company name and licence number shown on the betting site. Names on the register are often the legal company, not the brand, so a brand may appear under a parent company name.
How we handle it
We only list betting operators with a licence entry we can point to, and we record the licence details and the date we checked. If a licence changes, we update or remove the listing. See our editorial team page for how we work.
Casinos
Irish casino licences are not yet available, so casino operators serving Irish players are licensed elsewhere, for example by the UK Gambling Commission or the Malta Gaming Authority. Check their licence details too.
Ready to compare? See our betting sites in Ireland, try the bet calculator, or read about responsible gambling.
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