Online bingo is illegal in Egypt and is not regulated by the government (1). Under Egyptian Civil Law No. 131 of 1948, Article 739 states that any agreement relating to gambling or betting is void, and online bingo falls under this prohibition (1). While the government permits foreign tourists to gamble at licensed brick-and-mortar casinos in tourist areas, online gambling activities including online bingo are strictly prohibited for all individuals, both residents and tourists (2).
The Egyptian government does not issue licenses for online gambling activities, making it technically illegal for anyone to operate or participate in online bingo platforms (1). The Ministry of Tourism, Ministry of Finance, and Ministry of Interior share regulatory responsibilities for gambling enforcement, but they do not extend licensing or oversight to online gaming (2). Under Law No. 175 of 2018, the Anti-Cyber and Information Technology Crimes Law, all forms of online betting with unlicensed companies are strictly prohibited, and operators face significant penalties including fines and imprisonment (2).
"Online gambling is another type of gambling illegal for Egyptian residents. It is not regulated, but many Egyptians can access international online gambling platforms. The locals do that by using foreign websites, but keep in mind, these platforms are not licensed by authorities."
The Egyptian government actively blocks gambling websites through the Ministry of Tourism and other regulatory bodies to prevent access to unlicensed online bingo sites (1). Participants in online bingo face serious legal consequences including fines, imprisonment, and asset forfeiture if caught by authorities (2). Despite the strict legal prohibitions, many Egyptians use offshore platforms to access online gambling services due to enforcement challenges, though doing so carries significant legal and financial risks (1).
Source:
https://www.igamingtoday.com/gambling-regulation-in-egypt/
https://sdlccorp.com/post/sports-betting-regulations-in-egypt-legal-considerations-and-best-practices/
Last updated: 31-10-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
