Online bingo exists in a legally ambiguous space in Liberia, as the current gambling regulations do not specifically address internet-based gaming activities (1). The government has taken little interest in establishing a regulatory framework for online gambling, and this contrasts with land-based operations regulated by the National Lottery Authority (1). Although online gambling is technically legal in Liberia, no licensing process exists for online bingo operators, leaving the market largely unregulated and unprotected for players.
Players in Liberia can access international online bingo platforms without legal restriction, as no legislation bans citizens from gambling on overseas sites (1). The National Lottery Authority focuses exclusively on land-based casino games, lotteries, poker, and sports betting, with no regulatory oversight extending to digital gaming formats (1). Foreign operators serving Liberian players operate without requiring local licenses or adherence to Liberian regulatory standards, creating an environment where online bingo functions entirely outside the formal regulatory system.
"There are no player protection laws in Liberia as pertains to online gambling since there is no legitimate regulatory framework established for the activity. Because no legislation is in place to ban Liberians from gambling on the Internet, gambling on overseas sites is permitted."
Recent regulatory reforms by the Financial Intelligence Agency focus on strengthening anti-money laundering and financial compliance measures, but these apply only to licensed land-based operators (2). The reforms require gaming entities to establish boards of directors, appoint compliance managers, and disclose beneficial ownership information, yet do not extend to online bingo platforms (2). Until Liberia develops specific legislation for online gambling, the legal status of online bingo remains undefined, allowing continued access to international platforms while operating entirely outside local regulatory frameworks and consumer protection measures.
Source:
https://www.igamingtoday.com/gambling-regulation-in-liberia/
https://www.africangambit.com/liberia-introduces-mandatory-aml-compliance-for-gaming-operators/
Last updated: 01-11-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
