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Is sports betting legal in Ireland?

Online sports betting is legal in Ireland.

Status
Online betting legal
Regulator
Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland, opens in a new tab
Minimum age
18+ (to be confirmed)
Licensed sportsbooks
8 sportsbooks
Last checked
, against grai.ie, opens in a new tab

Sportsbooks licensed in Ireland

  • 888sport, 18+
  • Betfair Sportsbook, 18+
  • BetVictor, 18+
  • BoyleSports, 18+
  • LiveScore Bet, 18+
  • Paddy Power, 18+
  • Unibet, 18+
  • William Hill, 18+

How to check a licence

Look the sportsbook up with the regulator, Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland, opens in a new tab. We checked the status on 11 November 2026 against grai.ie, opens in a new tab.

Where to get help

Gambling can be addictive. Free, confidential support is available.

Questions

Is online sports betting legal in Ireland?

Online sports betting is legal in Ireland. We last checked on 11 November 2026.

How old do you have to be to bet on sports in Ireland?

You must be 18 or older to bet with a licensed online sportsbook in Ireland. The age is still being confirmed with the regulator.

Which sportsbooks are licensed in Ireland?

We compare 8 sportsbooks licensed in Ireland: 888sport, Betfair Sportsbook, BetVictor, BoyleSports, LiveScore Bet, Paddy Power, Unibet and William Hill.

Who regulates sports betting in Ireland?

Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland.

Where can I get help with gambling in Ireland?

Free, confidential help: GambleAware Ireland (1800 753 753).

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