Lottery tickets are legal to purchase in San Marino under the country's gambling framework established by Law No. 67/2000. This legislation, adopted on July 25, 2000, created the first comprehensive legal framework for regulating lotteries, betting, games of chance, and skill-based games in the small European republic (1). The law provides clear regulations for supervision and taxation of all lottery and gaming activities within San Marino's borders.
The gambling industry in San Marino is overseen by the Ente di Stato dei Giochi (ESG), a regulatory authority established in 2006 through Law No. 143/2006 (2). Lotteries and prize draws in San Marino are taxed on Gross Gaming Revenue at a specific rate set by contract with the regulator. Players can participate in various lottery games legally, and the regulatory framework ensures that all lottery activities comply with established standards and consumer protection measures.
"Law No. 67/2000 adopted, establishing the first comprehensive legal framework for the regulation, supervision, and taxation of gambling activities in San Marino, including lotteries, betting, games of chance, and skill-based games."
While San Marino permits lottery operations domestically, the country has not developed an extensive online gambling licensing system comparable to larger European jurisdictions. Residents can freely purchase lottery tickets through authorized channels without facing legal restrictions (2). The regulatory environment balances government oversight with accessible lottery participation for both residents and visitors to San Marino.
Source:
https://bmm.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/BMM-Testlabs-Product-Certification-Scheme-v1.1-SPAIN.pdf
https://legalpilot.com/country/san-marino/
Last updated: 16-10-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
