Online poker is legal in Greece under a regulated framework established by Law 4002/2011, titled "Regulating the Gaming Market," which introduced the country's modern regulatory approach to online gambling activities (1). The Hellenic Gaming Commission (HGC), an independent administrative authority, serves as Greece's principal regulatory body responsible for overseeing all gaming activities conducted on Greek territory (1). The Commission regulates, controls, monitors, and supervises the operation of games of chance while ensuring compliance with established laws and protecting minors and vulnerable social groups from gaming addiction.
Legal entities wishing to operate online poker in Greece must obtain proper licensing from the HGC by submitting applications through the Commission's information system (2). Two types of licenses are available for online gaming operations: a license to conduct online betting and a license to conduct other online games of chance, with applicants eligible to apply for both types (2). Licenses are personal, non-transferable, and cannot be granted or assigned to third parties in any manner, and operators must demonstrate full compliance with the regulatory framework to receive authorization.
"For the conduct of online gaming, two types of licenses are provided: a license to conduct Online Betting, as per the second subparagraph of article 25 (c) of law 4002/2011; and a license to conduct Other Online Games of Chance as per article 25 (v) of law 4002/2011."
The licensing process involves comprehensive regulatory oversight including suitability assessments for shareholders, key personnel, manufacturers, and technicians as specified in ministerial decisions issued by the Minister of Finance (2). Players engaging with licensed online poker platforms in Greece benefit from the HGC's enforcement of responsible gaming rules, anti-money laundering measures, and consumer protection standards. The regulatory framework ensures that only properly licensed and supervised operators can legally offer online poker services to Greek residents, creating a safer gambling environment within the country's borders.
Source:
https://www.gamingcommission.gov.gr/index.php/en/
https://www.gamingcommission.gov.gr/index.php/en/online-licensing-en
Last updated: 03-10-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
