Turkmenistan maintains strict control over gambling activities within its borders, including online bingo operations. The country's regulatory framework addresses land-based gambling establishments through licensing mechanisms, but online gaming activities remain largely unaddressed by current legislation (1). Casino operations in Turkmenistan are supervised by the State Committee for Tourism and Sport, with additional oversight from the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Main Tax Service (1).
Online bingo falls under the broader category of internet gambling, which exists in a regulatory gray area within Turkmenistan's legal framework. While land-based gambling requires proper licensing and governmental approval, the digital gambling sector lacks comprehensive regulatory coverage (1). International reports indicate limited casino operations across Central Asian nations, including Turkmenistan, though the exact reasons remain uncertain (2).
"The activities of business entities in the area of online casinos are not covered by the existing law. The regulatory legal framework of Turkmenistan contains no requirement as to the ownership structure of newly established and operating casinos."
The State Committee for Tourism and Sport holds primary responsibility for licensing gambling-related activities in Turkmenistan, with enforcement support from multiple government agencies (1). The Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Main Tax Service of Turkmenistan implement compliance monitoring for licensed establishments. However, the absence of specific online gambling legislation creates uncertainty for online bingo operators and players seeking clarity on legal status (1).
Source:
https://eurasiangroup.org/files/uploads/files/other_docs/ME/01.%20Mutual%20Evaluation%20Report%20%D0%BEn%20Anti-Money%20Laundering%20and%20Combating%20the%20Financing%20of%20Terrorism-%202011.pdf
https://home.treasury.gov/system/files/246/vulnerabilities-casinos-gaming-sector-032009.pdf
Last updated: 01-11-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
