Georgia field guide ยท June 2026
Sports Betting in Georgia: Comparing Bookmakers and Sportsbooks
You should use only gambling operators and domains authorised under Georgiaโs local rules. Use the traffic ranking above to see which sportsbooks attract visitors, then check legality, payments, terms and player protection before you decide what to do.
The essentials
Georgia at a glance
Market status
Licensed Only
Yes โ Legal
Minimum age
25+
Age limits may vary by product
Player tax
Taxed โ 5% withholding tax on withdrawals for Georgian citizens; foreign players are exempt. Lottery prizes over 1,000 GEL are also subject to income tax.
Treatment can depend on product and licence
Regulator
LEPL Revenue Service
Confirm the current authority
Last checked
June 2026
Framework year: 2005
Local betting picture
What attracts sports bettors in Georgia?
What Georgia bets on most
Top betting event European Football & National Rugby Team ('The Lelos') Football / Rugby Union Major European football leagues (Champions League, Premier League) drive the highest betting volumes. However, Rugby Union holds significant cultural importance, and matches involving the national team, 'The Lelos', generate intense patriotic betting interest.
Market context
How gambling activity is divided
Market share and website traffic measure different things and should not be directly compared.
Verify it yourself
Six checks you can make before you play
Your money
Winnings and tax
Your tax position
Taxed โ 5% withholding tax on withdrawals for Georgian citizens; foreign players are exempt. Lottery prizes over 1,000 GEL are also subject to income tax.
Your tax treatment can depend on the product, operator licence and personal circumstances in Georgia. Keep transaction records and get professional advice for unusual amounts or offshore play.
Quick answers
What you may still want to know
Is sports betting legal in Georgia?
You should use only gambling operators and domains authorised under Georgiaโs local rules.
How old do you need to be?
The minimum age is 25+.
Do you pay tax on winnings?
Taxed โ 5% withholding tax on withdrawals for Georgian citizens; foreign players are exempt. Lottery prizes over 1,000 GEL are also subject to income tax..
Who regulates gambling in Georgia?
LEPL Revenue Service
Why can a website appear in several rankings?
A multi-product operator can offer both sports betting and casino games. Pure lottery and information websites remain in their own categories.
Methodology & sources
Traffic rankings measure audience activity; category rules describe a websiteโs product; local law determines whether you may use it. A high rank is never an endorsement.
Regulations were last checked in June 2026. Check again before depositing because rules, licences and tax treatment can change.
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This guide is general information, not legal, tax or financial advice.