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Casinos in France: 2026 guide
None of the operators listed below holds a licence of this country — all of them work under foreign licences.
Regulation
In France online casinos with roulette and slots are banned — only online poker, sports betting and horse racing are legalised, licensed by the National Gaming Authority (ANJ). This policy makes France one of the few Western European countries that still specifically prohibits online casino games. Land-based casinos are widespread and popular at resorts — Deauville, Nice, Cannes, Aix-les-Bains; they are state-licensed and offer roulette, blackjack and slot machines. Gaming clubs also operate in Paris. The currency is the euro; bank cards and transfers are used. Individuals' winnings are generally untaxed, with the tax burden falling on operators. Players looking for online casinos should keep in mind the legal restrictions and the risks of unlicensed offshore sites.
Top online casinos — France
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The welcome offer depends on the country: for example, in the UK — 250 free spins for a £10 bet on slots
Land-based casinos — France
FAQ: casinos and laws — France
Are online casinos legal in France?
In short: it depends on the type of games and on whether France recognises the operator's licence. The full breakdown is in the "Regulation" block at the top of the page, and below are 2 brands that actually accept players from this jurisdiction.
Which licences do the casinos available in France hold?
The brands available here run under these licences: Malta Gaming Authority, UK Gambling Commission, Romanian National Gambling Office (ONJN), Spelinspektionen (Swedish Gambling Authority). Each operator's regulator is listed in the "Key facts" block of its review — 2 casinos in this shortlist.
How many casinos are available to players from France?
Our atlas lists 2 online casinos relevant to this jurisdiction, plus 1 land-based casinos. 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.