Online bingo is technically illegal in Morocco under Law No. 13-03 of 2007, which prohibits all forms of online gambling without establishing any licensing framework for regulated operation (1). However, Morocco takes a unique approach by not actively prosecuting players who access offshore platforms; instead, the government recently imposed taxation on winnings from foreign gambling sites to capture revenue while maintaining the prohibition (2). Internet service providers and financial institutions are required to block access to online bingo websites and prevent transactions, yet enforcement against individual players remains minimal compared to operators.
The Moroccan government introduced a 30 percent withholding tax on winnings from foreign online gambling platforms effective July 1, 2025, along with an additional 2 percent "solidarity contribution" to fund public welfare programs (2). Payment intermediaries including banks and card schemes are authorized to deduct this levy at payout and transfer it directly to tax authorities under the 2025 Finance Bill (2). Players withdrawing winnings from offshore online bingo platforms now face mandatory tax deductions, with non-compliance triggering fines for both payment providers and players.
"Morocco's 30 per cent withholding tax on winnings from foreign betting platforms took effect earlier this month and is now in full swing, bringing increased oversight, greater transparency and clearer rules for players across the country."
Players accessing offshore online bingo platforms in Morocco face no criminal prosecution but are now subject to compulsory taxation on all winnings (2). The government's approach focuses on revenue collection rather than criminalization, effectively acknowledging the reality that Moroccan players widely use foreign gambling sites while attempting to capture tax revenue previously lost to offshore operators (1). Until Morocco establishes a legal framework for regulated online bingo licensing, the activity remains technically prohibited while being tolerated and taxed, creating a hybrid status where participation is discouraged but winnings are monetized through mandatory deductions.
Source:
https://www.igamingtoday.com/gambling-regulations-in-morocco/
https://focusgn.com/africa/moroccos-offshore-betting-tax-now-in-full-swing-ending-years-of-untaxed-winnings
Last updated: 01-11-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
