Lottery games are legal in Liberia and regulated by the National Lottery Authority, which oversees all legal types of gambling in the country. Lotteries were formally expanded as a legalized gambling activity in 2015 alongside bingo, raffles, and poker, all under NLA regulation. In 2011, Liberia signed a 10-year agreement with Mercury, Inc. of Liberia giving it the exclusive right to conduct lotto and other number-related games in the country (1).
The National Lottery Authority was established in 2005 as the primary regulator for all gambling activities in Liberia, operating under Gaming Regulation 001 and its amendments. All gaming entities must implement risk-based compliance programs tailored to their operational profiles and customer exposure to money laundering risks. License fees for instant-win game providers are set at US$40,000, with licenses valid for one year and renewable subject to compliance (2).
"The gambling industry in Liberia is primarily regulated through the National Lottery Authority, which is the overseeing body of all legal types of gambling."
Residents can purchase lottery tickets through authorized operators, though the market remains underdeveloped due to widespread poverty and limited infrastructure. The NLA has recently intensified efforts to enhance transparency by requiring all gaming entities to identify and report their ultimate beneficial owners to prevent anonymity in financial dealings. Responsible gambling provisions restrict underage participation and prohibit lottery operations near schools, hospitals, and churches (2).
Source:
https://legalpilot.com/country/liberia/
https://www.igamingtoday.com/gambling-regulation-in-liberia/
Last updated: 16-10-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
