The Department of Internal Affairs

Department of Internal Affairs | Te Tari Taiwhenua

Building a safe, prosperous and respected nation



Gambling


Online casino update 

Online casino gambling is now regulated by the Online Casino Gambling Act 2026. We have started to implement the new law to ensure a safe, fair and well-controlled online gambling environment for New Zealanders.

Find out more about the Implementation of the Online Casino Gambling Act

Data and Information:

 Data and statistics (link and button)   Information for territorial authorities (link and button)   Classes of Gambling (link and button)

 Gambling in pubs amnd clubs (link and button)   Information for casino operators (link and button)   Forms and guidelines (link and button)

Online Gambling Implementation (link and button)

Legislation and Compliance:

 Legislation and regulation (link and button)   Electronic Monitoring System (link and button)   Rules for running a gambling activity (link and button)

 Prohibited gambling activities (link and button)   Compliance, investigations & audit (link and button)   Gambling technical equipment (link and button)   

Updated Regulations to Minimise Gambling Harm (link and button)

News and Contacts:

 News and information (link and button)   Consultations (link and button)   Contact us (link and button)

 

Opportunity for feedback (link and button)