Lottery tickets are legal to purchase in Suriname under the country's comprehensive gambling framework established by the Gambling Act of 1996. This legislation legalized all forms of gambling, including lotteries, and allowed both tourists and local residents to participate in lottery games. The legal gambling age in Suriname is 18 years, and lottery operations are regulated under the supervision of the Gaming Supervision and Control Board (GSCB), which oversees licensing and compliance (1).
Canadian Bank Note Suriname N.V. (CBNS) operates the national lottery under license from the government, offering multiple daily draws throughout the week. Lottery tickets can only be purchased through authorized CBNS retailers located throughout Suriname, as online lottery ticket sales are not currently offered. Players must purchase tickets in person at designated retail locations, with midday draws held at 2:00 p.m. and evening draws at 8:00 p.m. from Monday through Saturday (2).
"CBNS Lottery games can be played and won by adults 18 years of age or older."
The Suriname Gaming Board, established in 2009, regulates all lottery operations and requires operators to maintain strict age verification, reporting standards, and responsible gambling measures. Lottery prizes must be claimed within 90 days of the applicable draw date, and while specific tax rates on lottery winnings are not publicly disclosed, gambling operators contribute significantly to government revenue. The government continues to review draft laws for casinos, games of chance oversight, and lottery regulations to strengthen the regulatory framework (1).
Source:
https://legalpilot.com/country/suriname/
https://surinaamselotto.com/faq
Last updated: 16-10-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
