Online bingo is legal in Mozambique and explicitly protected under the Social Games and Amusement Law (Law 9/2012 of 8 February), which includes bingo among authorized gaming activities alongside lotteries, raffles, and other social games (1). The government legalized online gambling in 2009 when President Armando Guebuza signed amendments to the original 1994 gambling legislation, making Mozambique one of only a few African countries with explicit legal authorization for internet-based gaming (2). While there is currently no dedicated licensing system specifically for online bingo operators, the activity operates under the general regulatory regime established by the Gambling Law and corresponding decrees.
Players in Mozambique can legally access online bingo platforms offered by international operators without facing legal consequences, as Mozambique permits access to foreign gaming sites (1). However, the government does not require licensing for online operators, leaving players without governmental consumer protections or dispute resolution mechanisms when issues arise with international platforms (2). The General Gaming Inspection supervises all gaming activities including online bingo, while the Ministry of Finance collects taxes and performs inspections related to gaming revenues and compliance.
"While it is legal to run online gambling, there is no licensing system in place for online operators. This could change as Mozambique continues to develop its regulations on gaming and seeks to attract more businesses while offering increased security to its players."
The Mozambican government continues developing comprehensive online gambling regulations that may eventually establish licensing requirements for dedicated online operators (2). Recent legislative updates demonstrate the government's commitment to modernizing its gaming framework, including provisions for cryptocurrency licensing and stringent anti-money laundering compliance for operators (1). Until Mozambique enacts specific online bingo licensing legislation, the activity remains legal but unregulated, allowing players to access international platforms while operators continue functioning outside formal government licensing schemes.
Source:
https://cms.law/en/int/expert-guides/cms-expert-guide-to-gambling-laws-in-africa/mozambique
https://www.igamingtoday.com/gambling-regulation-in-mozambique/
Last updated: 01-11-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
