Online bingo is legal in Colombia under a comprehensive regulatory framework established by the eGaming Act of 2016. The Colombian government, through its national regulatory body Coljuegos, oversees and licenses all online gambling activities, including bingo (1). Any operator wishing to offer online bingo must obtain a license from Coljuegos and comply with strict operational and financial requirements. Unlicensed bingo operators face severe penalties, including imprisonment and substantial fines.
To operate online bingo legally in Colombia, operators must establish a local presence through a company incorporated in the country and maintain a bank account with an authorized Colombian financial entity (2). Licensed operators can offer a wide range of online gambling games, including bingo, sports betting, casino games, and poker. All gaming systems must be certified by laboratories approved by Coljuegos, and operators must demonstrate minimum return-to-player percentages and comply with anti-money laundering requirements.
"Coljuegos is the regulator of all gambling activities in Colombia, both online and land-based. Since its inception in 2012, Coljuegos has endeavoured to maintain the state monopoly and implement a framework which promotes legal and responsible gambling."
The Colombian government takes online bingo regulation seriously, implementing strict measures to prevent illegal operations. Coljuegos maintains a public register of all authorized operators and actively blocks unauthorized gambling websites (1). Players engaging with licensed bingo operators benefit from consumer protections, responsible gambling tools, and dispute resolution mechanisms administered by Coljuegos. The regulatory framework ensures transparency and security while generating revenue for public health services in Colombia (2).
Source:
https://www.theiaga.org/snapshot--remote-gambling-in-colombia
https://casino.guru/licensing-authorities/colombia-license
Last updated: 31-10-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
