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How old do you have to be to gamble legally? Well, this solely depends on the country and local gambling jurisdiction. And since underage gambling remains a major concern, age verification is a must at betting sites worldwide. In this article, we will talk about age restrictions in different countries and remind you of the harmful consequences that underage gambling carries.
Luckily, for those sports fans who turned 18, betting becomes a legal activity in most countries. 18 is considered the age of adulthood; therefore, a point of time from which individuals have emotional maturity and can make decisions based on logic, not emotions. At this age, visitors to betting sites can understand the risks and consequences and therefore make informed decisions.
The countries that allow betting 18+ years old are:
France
Germany
Gibraltar
Isle of Man
Italy
Lithuania
Malta
United Kingdom
In most states in the US, gambling is permitted not from 18, but 20 or even 21 due to stricter regulations. By raising the minimum age, bookmakers can reduce the risk of potential harm, protect their users, and contribute to their reputation as a safe platform.
Please check the list of countries allowing gambling for individuals of 20+:
Greece
Belgium
Armenia
India
Japan
Lebanon
Malaysia
Finally, there is a category of countries where gambling is allowed from 25. These countries are more concerned about developing gambling addiction in younger people and therefore, aim to prevent or at least reduce social and economic consequences.
Among such countries are:
Georgia
Malta
Uganda
Portugal
A cautious approach to gambling is the agenda that gambling platforms worldwide carry. It is not only the responsibility of operators but also of gamblers to practice safe gambling via the offered responsible gaming tools: deposit and bet limits, cool-off periods, and self-exclusion programs.
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