The Czech gambling industry has reached a defining moment in 2025. For the first time, online gaming has overtaken land-based operations, signalling a structural shift toward digital entertainment. According to data from the national gambling regulator, Czech players generated CZK 32 billion (€1.3 billion) in Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) during the first half of 2025 with 60.5% coming from online platforms.
Slots remain the dominant vertical, contributing over CZK 18 billion, followed by fixed-odds betting and lotteries. Meanwhile, the number of active slot machines has fallen to 22,049 units, and licensed venues have declined to 670, underscoring the industry’s ongoing transition from physical venues to virtual platforms.
Despite this digital shift, the sector’s financial health remains solid, contributing CZK 10.8 billion (€435 million) in taxes to the national budget in just six months. The Institut pro regulaci hazardních her, which represents 33 industry stakeholders, interprets these trends as signs of a mature and responsibly regulated market.
Authorities continue to prioritise player safety by implementing stronger age verification, real-time monitoring, and self-exclusion tools. The goal is to foster a safe, transparent, and innovative gaming environment that supports both players and operators.
With technology and regulation evolving hand-in-hand, the Czech Republic is emerging as one of Europe’s most advanced and responsibly managed iGaming markets where digital innovation meets strong governance.
