Online bingo became legal in Paraguay following the enactment of Law 7.438 in January 2025, which modernized the country's gambling regulatory framework (1). President Santiago Peña signed the legislation, establishing a comprehensive legal regime for online gambling that distinguishes Paraguay from other countries in the region (1). The new law permits licensed operators to offer online bingo and related gambling activities, ending decades of ambiguity regarding digital gambling legality (2).
The regulatory framework for online bingo in Paraguay now operates under the National Gambling Commission (Conajzar), which was transferred to the authority of the National Directorate of Tax Revenue (DNIT) to strengthen oversight and enforcement (2). Licensed operators offering online bingo must comply with strict regulations, including registration on the exclusive .bet.py domain, which distinguishes legal platforms from unlicensed competitors (1). The licensing structure allows multiple operators to compete for permits, with specific categories designated for different gambling activities including online casino games and sports betting (2).
"The new regulation also lifts the monopoly that previously restricted sports betting and lottery operations to a single company. Now, up to three companies will be able to compete for licenses, fostering a more diverse and competitive market."
Players engaging with licensed online bingo operators in Paraguay now benefit from government-sanctioned protections under the new legal framework (1). The .bet.py domain serves as an official verification mark, ensuring players can easily identify legitimate platforms and safeguard themselves against fraudulent offshore operators (1). Conajzar has appointed 300 inspectors to enforce regulations, combat illegal gambling operations, and block unauthorized online casinos from operating within Paraguay's jurisdiction (2). The reformed system aims to generate substantial tax revenue while protecting vulnerable populations, particularly minors, through stringent compliance requirements on licensed operators (2).
Source:
https://sigma.world/news/paraguay-bet-py-domain-online-gambling-regulation/
https://focusgn.com/paraguay-establishes-new-legal-regime-for-gaming
Last updated: 01-11-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
