Country · Albania Live data · 11 Nov 2026
New online casinos for players in Albania
106 Of the 256 casinos on our list do not block Albania
Albania banned most betting and casino games from 1 January 2019 under Law No. 155/2015 as amended, leaving almost no legal casino play. A 2024 amendment reopened online sports betting, but online casinos remain off limits.
The casinos below are offshore brands that accept the country. None holds an Albanian licence, so you have no local regulator behind you.
- Offshore casinos that accept the country
- Law facts from the national source
- Risk stated plainly
By Emily Tremblay | Updated 6 Nov 2026
- Legal status
- Restricted
- Not blocking Albania
- 106 of 256 on our list
- New, not blocking Albania
- 6 of 60 founded 2024–2026
- Licence stated most
- Curaçao 66 of 106
- Joined in 2026
- 0 all ages
Legal risk · Albania
Albania licenses online casinos locally
Online casinos are not legal in Albania, and offshore sites hold no Albanian licence. If a withdrawal is refused, there is no Albanian body to complain to.
Short answer
Can players in Albania use new online casinos?
Albania allows licensed online sports betting again since 2024, but not online casinos. Offshore casinos still accept Albanian players; using one means relying entirely on a foreign licence.
- Legal status
- Restricted
- Not blocking Albania
- 106 of 256 on our list
- New, not blocking Albania
- 6 of 60 founded 2024–2026
- Licence stated most
- Curaçao 66 of 106
Ranking
Offshore casinos accepting players from Albania, ranked
Offshore casinos on our list that accept players in Albania, ranked by our method. None of them is licensed in Albania; check the licence and terms before you deposit.
| Casino | Age | Licence (stated) | Welcome offer | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8 yrs · 2018 since 21 Oct 2024 | Curaçao | $2,300 + 109 Free Spins | |
| 2 | 8 yrs · 2018 since 3 Jun 2024 | Kahnawake Gaming Commission, Curaçao | 150 Free Spins | |
| 3 | 9 yrs · 2017 since 7 Jul 2023 | Anjouan License, Dirección General de Juegos y Sorteos Mexico | $30,000 + 1 Free Spin | |
| 4 | 5 yrs · 2021 since 10 Sep 2024 | PAGCOR | $800 + 200 Free Spins | |
| 5 | 10 yrs · 2016 since 25 Apr 2024 | Anjouan License | $140,000 | |
| 6 | 12 yrs · 2014 since 31 Jul 2024 | Curaçao | $2,000 + 200 Free Spins | |
| 7 | 5 yrs · 2021 since 7 Oct 2024 | PAGCOR | $750 + 200 Free Spins | |
| 8 | 7 yrs · 2019 since 8 Apr 2024 | Curaçao | $1,000 + 70 Free Spins | |
| 9 | 6 yrs · 2020 since 27 Sep 2022 | The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, Curaçao | $2,000 + 100 Free Spins | |
| 10 | 7 yrs · 2019 since 28 Nov 2022 | Curaçao | $700 |
Ranking: our ranking for this page, read 11 Nov 2026. Offers as stated by the casino; licences as each casino states them.
The law
The law in Albania
- Law
- Law No. 155/2015 on Games of Chance in the Republic of Albania
- Citation
- Law No. 155/2015
- Legal status
- Restricted
- Licensing model
- no licences issued (online casinos banned)
- Minimum age
- 21+
- Advertising
- restricted
Launch register
New casinos that do not block Albania
Founded 2024 or later, newest first, by the date each one joined our list. Vermilion stamp: first year. Green: second or third year. 6 in total.
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/25
September 2025
1 added
- Costa Rica Gambling License $3,000 + 100 Free Spins Year 3 · 2024 founded 2024
07
/25
July 2025
3 added
- Anjouan License $700 + 50 Free Spins Year 2 · 2025 founded 2025
- Anjouan License $5,000 + 400 Free Spins Year 2 · 2025 founded 2025
- Anjouan License $17,000 + 600 Free Spins Year 3 · 2024 founded 2024
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/25
January 2025
1 added
- Curaçao $900 + 400 Free Spins Year 3 · 2024 founded 2024
Our list, read 11 Nov 2026. Date = the day the casino joined our list; the month it launched is not in our data yet, only the founding year. Offers as stated by the casino.
In depth
What the law allows
- Online casino games: not licensed in Albania.
- Online sports betting: reopened under Law no. 18/2024, which came into force on 27 March 2024.
- Land-based play: heavily restricted since the 2019 ban.
Paying from Albania
Offshore casinos rarely support the Albanian lek, so expect deposits in euros or US dollars and a conversion fee. E-wallets and crypto are common; check that the same method pays out before you deposit.
Bonuses and games
Offshore casinos offer the same slots and live tables as anywhere else, from studios such as Pragmatic Play and Evolution. Welcome offers carry wagering set by the casino; our bonus guide shows how to work out what one costs.
Risks to weigh
- No Albanian regulator can help in a dispute.
- Payments can be blocked or reversed.
- New brands have no payout history: deposit small and withdraw early.
Questions
New casinos in Albania: questions
Are online casinos legal in Albania?
No. Online casinos are not licensed in Albania. Online sports betting reopened in 2024.
Can I still play at an offshore casino?
Some accept Albanian players, but none is licensed in Albania, so you rely entirely on its foreign licence.
Which currency will I play in?
Usually euros or US dollars; few offshore casinos offer the lek.
How do I check an offshore casino's licence?
Find the licence number in the footer and search it on the regulator's own register.
Responsible gaming
Play only if you are 19+ and it stays fun
These rules apply on every page of this site. A young casino has less history to judge it by, so the limits matter more.
Adults only, everywhere
You must be 19 or older, and older in some countries. A casino can ask for ID before your first withdrawal, and new casinos often do.
Responsible gamingStart small with an unknown casino
Deposit an amount you would accept losing to a failed withdrawal, and request a small cash-out early to see how the casino handles it.
How we review new casinosSet limits before the welcome offer
Bonus wagering keeps you playing longer. Set a deposit limit and a time limit in the account before you claim.
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