Since July 1, 2021, lotteries in Germany are regulated under the Interstate Treaty on Gambling, creating a harmonized legal framework across all federal states (1).
All public gambling, including lottery ticket sales, requires a valid permit from the competent state authority, ensuring player protection and responsible gaming (2).
"Public gambling activities in Germany are only permitted if organized or mediated by entities holding a valid permit issued by the competent German authority. Conducting or mediating such activities without this permit is expressly prohibited under Section 4 of the Interstate Treaty on Gambling."
Lottery tickets may be purchased at licensed retail outlets and official online portals operated by state lottery organizations, with strict age and payment controls to prevent unauthorized play (1).
Source:
https://www.lotto.de/ueber/gluecksspielstaatsvertrag
https://gluecksspiel-behoerde.de/de/fuer-spielende/erlaubnisfaehiges-gluecksspiel
Last updated: 20-05-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
