Online bingo exists in a legal grey area in Haiti, as the country has no specific legislation governing online gambling activities (1). Nothing is written in Haitian law about online casinos or online gaming platforms, meaning no online casino is licensed to operate from within the country. However, Haitian residents can easily access offshore websites and participate in online bingo games offered by operators that accept players from Haiti without facing explicit legal prohibition (1).
Haiti's gambling industry is primarily regulated under outdated legislation dating back to 1960 when President François Duvalier legalized gambling to attract foreign investment (2). Land-based casinos are licensed by the Lottery of the Haitian State (LISA), which is the regulatory body responsible for gambling activities. However, LISA does not regulate online gambling, leaving the internet-based gaming sector completely unregulated and without any official licensing framework (2). The absence of dedicated online gambling legislation means players operate entirely without governmental oversight or consumer protection mechanisms.
"As for online gambling, Haiti finds itself in a sort of grey area regarding their legislation. Nothing is written about online casinos; thus, no online casino is licensed to operate from within, but Haitians can easily access offshore websites and gamble on any one of the many that accept players from Haiti."
Players who participate in online bingo in Haiti face significant risks due to the complete lack of regulation and consumer protection (1). The country has been identified as having weak anti-money laundering controls and lacks any official responsible gambling regulations. Some offshore casinos may refuse to accept Haitian players due to the country's economic status, while others may allow registration but without offering promotional bonuses. Haiti's vulnerability to natural disasters and economic instability means the government is unlikely to prioritize online gambling regulation in the near future. Players should exercise caution when accessing offshore platforms and only use reputable, internationally licensed operators when participating in online bingo.
Source:
https://www.igamingtoday.com/gambling-regulation-in-haiti/
https://lcb.org/restrictions/haiti
Last updated: 31-10-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
