North Macedonia implemented a new Law on Games of Chance on July 14, 2026, transferring all online gambling operations to a single state-owned entity. The legislation eliminates private licensing for consumer-facing digital wagering services.
Regulatory Transition and Market Impact
The regulatory shift replaces the 2012 framework, which permitted private companies to manage online platforms through joint ventures requiring minimum 51 percent state ownership. Operators such as Mozzart held these partnership licenses until they were systematically withdrawn throughout 2024. The current statute completes that phase-out process.Under the updated rules, independent businesses can no longer obtain direct B2C online gambling permits. Companies supplying technology or services must instead compete for procurement tenders awarded by the state operator. The change aligns North Macedonia with a broader regional trend of governments consolidating digital wagering markets under public control.