Is 1xBet legit?
1xBet is a real, long-running bookmaker (founded 2007) that operates under a Curaçao licence and holds local licences in some countries. It is also banned or unlicensed in many others — it lost its UK licence in 2019 and its Ukrainian licence in 2022, Egypt moved to block it in 2026, and India banned online money games in 2025. Whether it is legal for you depends on where you live.
Checked 7 November 2026. T&Cs apply. Partner link.
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The short version
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is 1xBet a real company? | Yes — founded in 2007, operating internationally |
| Is it licensed? | Curaçao licence; local licences in some countries |
| Does it pay out? | Yes, to verified customers — identity checks can delay the first withdrawal |
| Is it legal everywhere? | No — illegal or unlicensed in 117 countries on our list, and in others |
| Has it faced regulators? | Yes, in several countries (see below) |
Licences
1xBet’s international website operates under a licence from Curaçao. Curaçao licences allow an operator to take customers in many countries, but they do not override local law: if your country requires a local licence, a Curaçao licence is not enough.
In some markets 1xBet holds or has applied for local approval. In Kenya, for example, it was reported among the operators approved by the Betting Control and Licensing Board for the 2025/26 financial year — always check the regulator’s current list. In Nigeria, betting is now licensed mainly by the states (such as the Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority) after a Supreme Court ruling in November 2024.
Where 1xBet is not available
| Country | Why |
|---|---|
| 🇮🇳 India | Online money games, including offshore betting sites, are banned under the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025 (rules in force from 1 May 2026). |
| 🇵🇰 Pakistan | Gambling is prohibited under Pakistani law and 1xBet is not licensed there. |
| 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | Gambling is prohibited under Bangladeshi law and 1xBet is not licensed there. |
| 🇳🇵 Nepal | Nepali law prohibits gambling for Nepali citizens and 1xBet is not licensed there. |
| 🇮🇩 Indonesia | Gambling is illegal in Indonesia and gambling websites are blocked. |
| 🇲🇾 Malaysia | Online gambling is illegal in Malaysia and 1xBet is not licensed there. |
| 🇵🇭 Philippines | Online betting is legal only with PAGCOR-licensed operators; we are not aware of a PAGCOR licence for 1xBet. |
| 🇪🇬 Egypt | Egyptian authorities moved to block 1xBet in 2026. |
| 🇷🇺 Russia | Only operators licensed in Russia may offer betting; 1xBet's international site is not licensed there and is blocked. |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 1xBet's UK licence was withdrawn in 2019. |
| 🇫🇷 France | 1xBet is not licensed by the French regulator (ANJ) and is treated as illegal. |
| 🇪🇸 Spain | 1xBet is not licensed in Spain and is banned there. |
We do not give sign-up instructions for these countries, and our /go/ link does not send visitors from them to 1xBet.
Regulatory history
| Year | What happened | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | UK licence ended after a Sunday Times investigation | Wikipedia |
| 2022 | Licence revoked in Ukraine | SBC News |
| 2025 | India passes a nationwide ban on online money games (rules in force 1 May 2026) | White Market |
| 2026 | Egyptian authorities move to block 1xBet | SBC News |
Wikipedia also describes criminal proceedings in Russia involving people linked to the company. We report these facts neutrally; they are part of the picture when you decide whether to use 1xBet.
How to protect yourself
- Check the law first. Register only if online betting is legal for you. See all countries.
- Use real details. Your name, date of birth and address must match your ID, or payouts can be refused.
- Pay from accounts in your own name and withdraw to the same method.
- Withdraw regularly rather than keeping a large balance on any betting account.
- Keep records — screenshots of deposits, bonus terms and support chats.
- Set limits and use the responsible gambling tools.
Our position
We are a 1xBet partner and earn a commission when readers sign up. That is exactly why we publish 1xBet’s legal problems and do not promote it in countries where it is not allowed. It works in 35 countries we cover; if yours is not one of them, please do not use it.
Who wrote and checked this page
Page changelog
| Date | What changed |
|---|---|
| 7 November 2026 | Page published. |
Frequently asked questions
Is 1xBet safe?
It is a large operator that pays verified customers in markets where it is licensed. It is not regulated everywhere, so your protection depends on local law. Check your country first.
Is 1xBet a scam?
No — it is a real bookmaker that pays out. But it has faced regulatory and criminal action in several countries, and it is illegal in some.
Which licence does 1xBet hold?
A Curaçao licence for its international site, plus local licences in some markets, for example a listing among BCLB-approved operators in Kenya for 2025/26.
What happens if I use 1xBet where it is illegal?
You may break local law, accounts can be closed, winnings withheld, and you have no local regulator to complain to.
Checked 7 November 2026. T&Cs apply. Partner link.