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New Zealand casino FAQ

Online casino games are not permitted to be offered in NZ. The TAB NZ monopoly covers sports and racing; the Lotto NZ commission handles lotteries.

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Is online gambling legal in New Zealand?

Some forms of online gambling are allowed in New Zealand (e.g. sports, lottery); online casino is restricted.

Online casino games are not permitted to be offered in NZ. The TAB NZ monopoly covers sports and racing; the Lotto NZ commission handles lotteries.

Regulators

  • DIA — Department of Internal Affairs — Online gambling
  • TAB NZ — Sports and racing monopoly
Bonuses

Bonuses in New Zealand

Bonuses offered by licensed New Zealand operators and how to evaluate them.

Sportsbook · LegalLicensed sportsbookUp to local currency welcome offer · T&Cs apply, 18+

Welcome bet credits

Stake a fixed amount on settled sports markets and receive bet credits. Wagering: 1× credit stake; min odds apply; not withdrawable.

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Operator · LegalCashback or insuranceRefund as bonus bet if a multi loses

Same-game multi back-up

Refund as bonus bet if one leg of a multi loses. Stake at a minimum per leg. Bonus bet stake not returned.

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Lottery · LegalState lotterySyndicate entries · NZD

Lottery & raffles

Where state lotteries operate online, buying tickets is legal. Winnings are paid in local currency with no wagering.

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Payments

Deposits & withdrawals used in New Zealand

Common rails used by licensed operators in New Zealand.

Visa / Mastercard

card payment method

Instant

POLi

local payment method

Instant

Bank transfer

bank payment method

1–3 days
Games

Games in New Zealand

Safety

Safety & self-exclusion

Self-exclusion in this country

Each operator runs its own scheme; TAB NZ offers exclusion at point of sale.

Read the responsible-gambling guide →
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