Where 1xBet is Legal? Licensing & Jurisdiction

Like many online gambling sites, 1xBet is allowed by law to only operate in certain geographical areas. Let’s explore 1xBet’s licensing and jurisdictions to understand where they can legally provide their betting services to customers.

Is 1xBet a Licensed Bookmaker?

1xBet is registered in Curaçao and licensed by the Curaçao Gaming Control Board. They hold license number OGL/2024/1262/0493.

The Curaçao license works under the mantra “what’s not explicitly prohibited is permitted.” But there are specific no-go zones, including countries where online gambling is outright banned or restricted to local operators only.

For instance, Curacao’s own jurisdiction — along with Aruba, Bonaire, St. Maarten, France, UK, the Netherlands, and others — prohibits gambling under this license. Operators must stay updated, as the list of restricted regions can change unexpectedly.

Here are some pros and cons of a Curaçao gaming license:

Along with their Curaçao license, 1xBet holds local licenses for various countries to cater to specific markets:

Where Does 1xBet Operate?

1xBet operates in select markets worldwide, welcoming customers primarily in regions across Africa, South America, and parts of Asia where online sports betting is permitted. Below are some key locations where 1xBet’s services are available:

• India (state-specific)
• Mexico
• The Philippines
• Spain
• Georgia
• Bangladesh (only betting on horse races under certain conditions)
• Armenia
• DR Congo 
• Morocco
• Somalia
• Cameroon
• Canada
• Nigeria
• Moldova
• Kenya
• Ghana
• Guinea
• Senegal
• Zambia
• Kazakhstan
• Brazil (as of 2024, 1xBet has passed 1st round of legalization)

Countries Where 1xBet Is Restricted

In some regions, 1xBet is restricted due to specific regulatory frameworks, especially in countries that prohibit offshore operators under Curaçao licenses. These laws are designed to control gambling services within their jurisdiction and often target operators without local licensing. That said, despite the restrictions, it’s no secret that some players from these countries access 1xBet using VPNs and continue placing bets at their own risk.

Here’s the list of countries where 1xBet is banned:

• United States
• France
• Aruba
• Germany
• Great Britain
• Australia
• Netherlands
• Bonaire
• Saba
• Statia
• St. Maarten
• Singapore
• Curacao
• Lithuania
• Russia
• Ukraine

Note: Gambling is a no-go in most Arab countries (like Bahrain or Kuwait) where Sharia law is enforced. Sharia strictly prohibits gambling (referred to as maisir).

Countries Where 1xBet Doesn’t Operate (Not Accepting Players)

This list is different — here, we’re talking about countries where 1xBet itself chooses not to accept players. Even if gambling isn’t outright banned, the operator may block registrations from these regions.

For instance, you wouldn’t be able to use a local phone number, enter your country to sign up, or complete verification using a national address. Here’s the list:

• Curacao
• Lithuania
• Latvia
• Estonia
• Switzerland
• Great Britain
• USA
• Australia
• France
• Netherlands
• Germany
• North Korea
• Portugal
• Austria
• Belarus
• Belgium
• Bulgaria
• Croatia
• Cyprus
• Czech Republic
• Denmark
• Greece
• Hungary
• Iran
• Ireland
• Israel
• Italy
• Luxembourg
• Malta
• Panama
• Poland
• Romania
• Serbia
• Slovakia
• Slovenia
• Sweden
• Syria
• Ukraine
• United Arab Emirates

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