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4H Agency x SBC Eurasia: Gambling in Kyrgyzstan – legally open but strictly controlled

2025-02-17 21:58 INDUSTRY NEWS AND INSIGHTS
In a recent article for SBC Eurasia, Ivan Kurochkin, Partner and Head of Eastern Europe Desk at 4H Agency, examines the cautious revival of Kyrgyzstan’s gambling industry following years of prohibition. While the market was re-legalized in 2022 to attract foreign investment, it remains tightly regulated and limited in scope.

Key Insights

Gambling in Kyrgyzstan is allowed under a new regulatory framework, covering casinos, betting shops, sweepstakes, and online platforms. However, only foreign nationals can legally participate — local residents are still excluded. Operators must obtain a Kyrgyzstan gambling license, but the licensing process is slow due to delays from the newly formed Gambling Regulation Agency.

Casinos are restricted to specific zones like Issyk-Kul, limiting expansion. Additional challenges include unclear tax structures, low digital infrastructure, and bureaucratic inefficiencies that hinder online gambling operations and broader market development.

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For a full breakdown of gambling laws in Kyrgyzstan, visit the original article here: SBC Eurasia – Legal but Limited
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