Malta’s revised gaming tax and VAT frameworks came into force on October 1, 2026, introducing new tax rates by gaming category and updated reporting requirements for licensed operators. The reforms were introduced through Legal Notices 84 and 86 of 2026 and form part of measures announced in Malta’s 2026 Budget. They followed consultation with the gaming industry and were developed to provide clearer treatment of gaming activities. Under the new gaming tax structure, Type 1 services, including casino-style games and […]

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The Malta Gaming Authority has published the outcome of a sector-wide supervisory review focused on how online B2C operators implement self-exclusion and responsible gambling measures in Malta. The exercise assessed whether safeguards operate effectively in practice and clarified regulatory expectations concerning player protection. Authorities initiated the review during the first half of 2025 following complaints that some players who had self-excluded were still able to access other brands operating under the same licence. The assessment covered 20 licensees and 58 active […]

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