Gambling in New Zealand

Regulated

Overview

New Zealand permits domestic gambling through licensed operators. The legal status of offshore online gambling is ambiguous—it is not explicitly prohibited for players, but offshore operators cannot legally target New Zealand residents.

Minimum Age

20+

Regulator

DIA (Department of Internal Affairs)

Region

oceania

Risk Level

medium

Gambling Verticals

Online CasinoUnclear

Land-Based CasinoRegulated

Sports BettingRegulated

PokerUnclear

LotteryLegal

Horse Racing BettingRegulated

Crypto GamblingUnclear

Notes

Offshore online gambling exists in a legal grey area. Requires legal verification.

Sources

DIA
Gambling Act 2003

Last reviewed: 2026-06-15

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