The Turkish authorities have announced the transition to a policy of strict suppression of illegal gambling. 

The initiative comes personally from President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who demanded from the Ministry of Justice not formal reports but real results of the fight against underground gambling platforms. As a result, the country is preparing a major update of criminal legislation.

The new rules are due to come into force in 2026 and will radically strengthen responsibility for any form of participation in illegal gambling, from organising to advertising and mediation.

According to Justice Minister Yilmaz Tunc, the era of “digital shelters” and symbolic punishments is coming to an end: law enforcement agencies will receive tools for real prosecution of violators.

Among the key innovations:

  • harsher and longer terms of imprisonment are provided for the organisers.
  • intermediaries face large financial sanctions and confiscation of property without judicial procedures.
  • Financial institutions and payment services are required to provide all requested information to the prosecutor’s office within ten days, and refusal or delay will be considered a criminal offence.

At the same time, Ankara is increasing pressure at the international level. Turkey has officially notified Cyprus, Malta, Georgia and North Macedonia of possible diplomatic and economic steps if operators targeting Turkish players continue to receive licences or protection in their territories.

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