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In a joint statement, a coalition of Brazil’s top betting and gaming associations is pushing back against a possible tax hike on licensed operators to cover fiscal gaps caused by changes to international remittance taxes.
The statement was signed by groups like ABRAJOGO, ABFS, AIGAMING, ANJL, IBJR, and IJL. The companies warned that any further tax hikes could harm Brazil’s still-growing legal betting market. Currently, legal operators already face a heavy tax of almost 50% of their gross revenue, together with monthly fees of up to R$2 million.
The statement says:
“The increase in the tax burden on legalised operators … directly compromises the permanence of companies in the Brazilian market — many of which are already considering returning their licences and closing operations in the country.”
The associations say this could drive bettors and companies toward illegal platforms, which don’t pay taxes or follow rules, putting users at risk of fraud and addiction.
Since Brazil legalized betting through Law No. 14,790 in 2023, licensed operators have paid more than R$2.4 billion in fees, with expected tax contributions for 2025 reaching R$4 billion. These funds support public services like health, education, and sports.
According to operators, it would be better to focus on broader tax reform, not short-term changes that could weaken the betting market, which recently faced advertising restrictions.
FAQs
Is betting legal in Brazil?
Betting in Brazil is legal and strictly regulated.
What is the legal betting age in Brazil?
The legal betting age in Brazil is 18 years.
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