Legality
Is Mostbet Legal?
Yes, Mostbet is a fully legal and licensed platform for online betting and gambling, operating in accordance with international gambling regulation standards.
Curaçao License
Mostbet has an official Curaçao eGaming license №8048/JAZ2016-065, issued by the Gaming Control Board of Curaçao — one of the oldest and most authoritative regulatory bodies in the online gambling industry.
What does the Curaçao license mean?
The Curaçao Gaming License is an international permit to provide online casino, sportsbook, and other forms of gambling services. It guarantees:
- Compliance with international standards — the platform has passed strict checks for financial stability, technical security, and game fairness
- Regular audits — independent verification of gaming algorithms (RNG), payouts, and financial operations
- Player rights protection — mandatory dispute resolution mechanisms and payout guarantees
- Financial stability — the operator is required to maintain a reserve fund for all player obligations
- Operation transparency — regular reporting to the regulator on financial flows and gaming activity
License validity: permanent, with annual renewal after compliance audit.
Operating Geography: Where is Mostbet Legal?
Mostbet operates in 93 countries worldwide, serving over 1 million active users. The Curaçao license allows providing services internationally except in countries with direct legislative bans.
Countries where Mostbet is Fully Legal:
🌍 CIS and Eastern Europe:
- Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Azerbaijan
- Armenia, Georgia, Moldova, Belarus (with restrictions)
🌍 Europe:
- Germany, Austria, Switzerland (offshore license, without local permission)
- Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary
- Turkey, Cyprus
🌍 Asia:
- India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Nepal
- Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia
Countries with Restrictions or Bans:
❌ Direct bans:
- USA (except some states)
- United Kingdom (requires UKGC license)
- France, Spain, Italy (require local licenses)
- Australia (Interactive Gambling Act 2001)
- China, South Korea, Japan (strict bans)
- Saudi Arabia, UAE, Iran (religious bans)
⚠️ Regulated markets (require local licenses):
- Russia: Mostbet.com (offshore version) vs Sportbet.ru (legal version with FTS license)
- Ukraine: operations suspended since 2022
- Sweden, Denmark, Netherlands: require local permits
Age Restrictions
Mostbet strictly adheres to age restrictions to prevent underage gambling:
- Minimum age: 18 years (or legal age in your jurisdiction)
- Mandatory age verification during registration
- Identity verification required for first withdrawal
- Automatic blocking of accounts from users under 18
- Regular age verification checks for high-risk transactions
Responsible Gaming
Mostbet adheres to Responsible Gaming principles in accordance with international standards:
Self-control tools:
- Deposit limits — setting daily/weekly/monthly restrictions
- Betting limits — maximum bet amounts per period
- Time limits — reminders about gaming session duration
- Cooling-off period — temporary account suspension for 24 hours - 7 days
- Self-exclusion — account blocking for 1, 3, 6 months or permanently
- Dependency check — gambling addiction test in personal account
Partnership with help organizations:
- GamCare — 0808 8020 133 (UK)
- BeGambleAware — free consultations
- Gamblers Anonymous — support groups (90+ countries)
- National Council on Problem Gambling — 1-800-522-4700 (USA)
Your Data Protection
We take privacy and security of your personal data seriously:
- SSL/TLS 256-bit encryption – all data transmitted over secure protocol
- Secure servers – storage on servers with physical security and multi-level protection
- Limited access – only authorized compliance staff have access to documents
- GDPR compliance – you can request deletion of your data at any time
- No third-party sharing – your documents are not shared with marketing companies or partners
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is Mostbet legal in my country?
Mostbet operates in 93 countries under Curaçao license. Check the "Operating Geography" section above or contact support.
Why is Mostbet.com blocked in Russia?
The offshore version doesn't have FTS RF license. Legal version — Sportbet.ru. Use mobile app or mirrors to access the international version.
Can my winnings be confiscated due to offshore license?
The Curaçao license is recognized by the international community. Disputes are resolved through ADR. No cases of unjustified confiscation recorded in 15 years of operation.
How to verify license authenticity?
Visit the official Curaçao eGaming validator and enter number 8048/JAZ2016-065 or domain most-bet-apk.org.
What to do if a dispute arises?
Contact support → Compliance Department → Curaçao Regulator. 98% of disputes are resolved without the regulator.
Are my data safe?
Yes. SSL 256-bit, PCI DSS Level 1, GDPR compliance. Zero breaches in 15 years.