TLDR Georgia’s Parliament is reviewing a bill to create new gambling licenses for international operators only Georgian citizens would be blocked from using platforms run under the new licenses Foreign operators would pay a 5% tax on gross gaming revenue, compared to 20% for domestic-facing operators Licenses would last five years, cost GEL 100,000 annually, and cover online casino, slots, and sports betting The bill also limits operators to one domain per license, down from two
Georgia is preparing a major change to its gambling laws. The government wants to attract foreign betting and casino companies while keeping its own citizens from using those platforms.
A set of legislative amendments is now before Parliament. The proposal was submitted under an accelerated review process and introduces new license categories for operators serving customers outside Georgia.
Under the plan, international operators could offer online casino games, slot products, and sports betting. But only to foreign citizens and stateless persons. Georgian nationals would be banned from accessing these platforms entirely.
The government says the approach balances economic growth with social responsibility. By limiting access for residents, lawmakers argue it reduces the risk of gambling-related harm at home.
Lower Taxes Designed to Attract Foreign Business
The financial incentives are a core part of the bill. International operators under the new framework would pay a gross gaming revenue tax of just 5%. That compares to the 20% rate currently paid by operators targeting Georgian customers.
Officials say the lower tax rate could make Georgia an attractive base for foreign gambling companies looking to operate in the region.
The bill’s supporting materials point to potential gains in foreign direct investment. It also highlights job creation in areas like software development, cybersecurity, and digital marketing.
Three separate permit categories would be created covering online