Online poker is legal in Lithuania when operated by properly licensed companies with special permission from regulatory authorities. The Gaming Law of the Republic of Lithuania establishes the order of gaming operations, and only companies licensed for gambling activity with the required permits are authorized to offer online poker services. Companies operating without proper licensing are treated as illegal gambling operators (2).
Lithuania's parliament adopted significant amendments to gambling law in 2022, introducing a new online-only licence that costs €500,000 and lasts indefinitely. These changes removed the previous requirement for online licensees to maintain a certain number of land-based establishments in the country, making it easier for operators to acquire licences specifically for online poker and other gambling activities (1).
"In Lithuania, only properly licensed companies having special permission for this activity are authorized to offer online gambling in Lithuania. Companies, being not licensed for gambling activity in Lithuania and having not the mentioned permit but offering their services in Lithuania, shall be treated as illegal gambling operators."
The Gaming Control Authority under the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Lithuania oversees all gambling operations and maintains a list of illegal operators. Players should verify that any online poker platform holds a valid Lithuanian licence before participating. The regulatory framework ensures player protection and data security while maintaining strict compliance with both local and international gambling laws.
Source:
https://www.vixio.com/insights/gc-lithuania-approves-online-licence-tax-changes
https://www.opensanctions.org/datasets/lt_illegal_gambling/
Last updated: 04-10-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
