Lottery gambling is legal in Denmark and operates under the Danish Gambling Act of 2012, which liberalized the gambling market while maintaining Danske Spil's monopoly over lotteries and certain betting activities (1). The Danish Gambling Authority, known as Spillemyndigheden, serves as the primary regulatory body overseeing all gambling activities including lotteries, with responsibility for licensing and monitoring gambling operators to ensure compliance with national laws (1).
Denmark's legal framework for gambling aligns with EU standards and includes a well-regulated market comprising online casinos, sports betting, and lotteries (1). Operators must obtain a license and comply with stringent regulations to ensure player protection and fair play, with all forms of gambling legal in the country except those specifically designed for or marketed towards minors (1).
"Today, Denmark's legal framework for gambling is very much aligned with EU standards. It boasts a well-regulated market that includes online casinos, sports betting, and lotteries."
On March 20, 2024, the Danish government and all parties in Parliament reached an agreement on new rules for charity lotteries and liberalized land-based bingo, with charity lotteries generating annual sales between DKK 5 million and DKK 100 million required to apply for a category three license (2). The comprehensive regulatory framework has resulted in a high level of consumer trust among the Danish population and greater acceptance of regulated gambling activities (1).
Source:
https://altenar.com/blog/gambling-laws-in-denmark-regulation-and-legality-for-operators-in-2024/
http://www.spillemyndigheden.dk/en/news/status-expected-new-rules-charity-lottery-and-liberalised-land-based-bingo
Last updated: 16-10-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
