Online bingo is legal in the Democratic Republic of Congo under Ordinance Law No. 18/003 of March 13, 2018, and is regulated as part of the country's broader online gambling framework (1). Online bingo is considered a form of lottery under DR Congo law and falls under the regulatory purview of the Ministry of Finance and the National Gaming Commission (1). The country has permitted gambling and internet betting activities since 2005, establishing a comprehensive licensing system for online gaming operators (2).
To operate online bingo in DR Congo, operators must obtain a license from the Ministry of Finance through a rigorous application process that requires financial stability, secure technological systems, and implementation of Know Your Customer (KYC) protocols (2). All online bingo platforms must comply with anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing measures and maintain fair gaming operations with certified random number generation systems (2). Operators are also required to pay taxes on their gross gaming revenue, currently set at a significant rate, and submit regular compliance reports to regulatory authorities (2).
"Licensing for online gambling is a rigorous process which requires financial stability, secure technological systems to prevent fraud, to protect the consumer and offer fair games, implemented KYC protocols and systems that prevent illegal activities, established responsible gambling measures, and fair and transparent operations, including RNG."
Players in DR Congo can legally participate in online bingo through licensed and regulated platforms, and the activity is open to both residents and foreign investors through business partnerships or joint ventures with local operators (2). The regulatory framework ensures consumer protection through stringent security measures, data encryption, and regular security audits on licensed platforms (2). Unlicensed online bingo operations remain prohibited and subject to enforcement action by the Ministry of Finance and other regulatory bodies (1).
Source:
https://cms.law/en/int/expert-guides/cms-expert-guide-to-gambling-laws-in-africa/democratic-republic-of-congo
https://www.igamingtoday.com/gambling-regulation-in-the-democratic-republic-of-the-congo/
Last updated: 31-10-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
