Is sports betting legal in New Zealand?

Updated 4 November 2026

Online sports betting is legal in New Zealand.

Status: Online betting legal
Regulator: Department of Internal Affairs, opens in a new tab
Minimum age: 18+ (to be confirmed)
Last checked: 4 November 2026, against insight.thomsonreuters.co.nz, opens in a new tab

Sportsbooks

Only TAB NZ is licensed to take online sports bets in New Zealand, so we show fair prices here rather than offshore sportsbooks.

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Is online sports betting legal in New Zealand?

Online sports betting is legal in New Zealand. We last checked on 4 November 2026.

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

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

Why doesn't OddsKeepr list sportsbooks in New Zealand?

Only TAB NZ is licensed to take online sports bets in New Zealand, so we show fair prices here rather than offshore sportsbooks.

Who regulates sports betting in New Zealand?

Department of Internal Affairs.

Where can I get help with gambling in New Zealand?

Free, confidential help: Gambling Helpline (0800 654 655).

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