Casinos in Switzerland: 2026 guide
None of the operators listed below holds a licence of this country — all of them work under foreign licences.
Switzerland regulates online gambling under the Gambling Act, which took effect in 2019. A key feature: only Swiss land-based casinos that have obtained a licence extension may legally offer online casinos — foreign operators are barred from the market, and access to their sites is blocked via a national list. Oversight is provided by the Federal Gaming Board (ESBK/CFMJ) and the lottery regulator. Strict responsible-gambling and social-protection measures apply. Land-based casinos are widespread across the cantons. The currency is the Swiss franc; bank cards, transfers and e-wallets are used. Large winnings may be taxed above a set threshold. Players should choose only the sites of Swiss licensed casinos from the official list.
Top online casinos — Switzerland
FAQ: casinos and laws — Switzerland
Are online casinos legal in Switzerland?
In short: it depends on the type of games and on whether Switzerland recognises the operator's licence. The full breakdown is in the "Regulation" block at the top of the page, and below are 4 brands that actually accept players from this jurisdiction.
Which licences do the casinos available in Switzerland hold?
The brands available here run under these licences: Curaçao Gaming Authority, Kahnawà:ke Gaming Commission, Curaçao master licence (pre-LOK). Each operator's regulator is listed in the "Key facts" block of its review — 4 casinos in this shortlist.
How many casinos are available to players from Switzerland?
Our atlas lists 4 online casinos relevant to this jurisdiction. Every review shows when it was last edited.
What criteria are the casinos selected by?
We weigh the licence and how well it's recognised in the jurisdiction, the brand's real availability to the country's players, payout speed, local payment methods and the operator's reputation.


