Country · New Zealand Live data · 29 Oct 2026
New online casinos in New Zealand
374 Of the 727 casinos on our list do not block New Zealand
New Zealand is moving to licensed online casinos. The Department of Internal Affairs will issue up to 15 licences, and 11 companies won the right to apply at its auction in October 2026. Offshore casinos already serving New Zealanders may carry on for now but may not advertise there.
The casinos below accept players from New Zealand by their own terms and name foreign licences. From 1 December 2026, operators that have not applied for a New Zealand licence must stop serving the country.
- 18+ only
- Up to 15 local licences
- Act in force since 1 May 2026
By Chloe O'Sullivan | Updated 19 Oct 2026
- Legal status
- Licensed locally in force 1 May 2026
- Not blocking New Zealand
- 374 of 727 on our list
- New, not blocking New Zealand
- 47 of 152 founded 2024–2026
- Licence stated most
- Curaçao 225 of 374
- Joined in 2026
- 9 all ages
Legal risk · New Zealand
New Zealand is licensing online casinos
New Zealand is licensing up to 15 online casinos. The casinos listed here name foreign licences, and operators without a licence or a pending application must stop serving New Zealand from 1 December 2026. Check the law and your own risk before you play.
1 May 2026
Short answer
Can players in New Zealand use new online casinos?
Yes, for now. Offshore casinos can serve New Zealanders during the transition, but they may not advertise there, and the Department of Internal Affairs plans to allow only licensed operators once licences are issued. A brand on our list may stop accepting New Zealand players when that happens.
- Legal status
- Licensed locally in force 1 May 2026
- Not blocking New Zealand
- 374 of 727 on our list
- New, not blocking New Zealand
- 47 of 152 founded 2024–2026
- Licence stated most
- Curaçao 225 of 374
Ranking
Casinos accepting players from New Zealand, ranked
Our ranking for New Zealand, every age. These casinos name foreign licences; no New Zealand online casino licence had been granted when we checked in October 2026.
| Casino | Age | Licence (stated) | Welcome offer | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Year 3 · 2024 since 15 Apr 2024 | Curaçao | NZ$2,000 + 400 FS | |
| 2 | 6 yrs · 2020 since 6 Oct 2022 | Curaçao | NZ$1,000 + 500 FS | |
| 3 | No year stated since 4 Jun 2024 | Curaçao | NZ$2,000 + 400 FS | |
| 4 | 28 yrs · 1998 since 9 Mar 2019 | Kahnawake Gaming Commission, Alderney Gambling Control Commission | NZ$300 | |
| 5 | 7 yrs · 2019 since 17 Apr 2024 | Tobique | NZ$9,000 + 300 FS | |
| 6 | 8 yrs · 2018 since 9 Mar 2019 | Kahnawake Gaming Commission, Alderney Gambling Control Commission | NZ$3,000 | |
| 7 | 12 yrs · 2014 since 31 Jul 2024 | Curaçao | NZ$2,000 + 200 FS | |
| 8 | No year stated since 15 Feb 2021 | Malta Gaming Authority | NZ$8,000 + 200 FS | |
| 9 | 6 yrs · 2020 since 6 Mar 2024 | Curaçao, Estonian Tax and Customs Board | 200 Free Spins | |
| 10 | 6 yrs · 2020 since 12 Aug 2024 | Curaçao | NZ$19,000 + 450 FS |
Ranking: our ranking for this page, read 29 Oct 2026. Offers as stated by the casino; licences as each casino states them.
The law
The law in New Zealand
The Department of Internal Affairs runs the licensing process and enforces the rules, with take-down notices and court penalties for unlicensed operators and advertisers. The Gambling Act 2003 still covers other forms of gambling.
- Law
- Online Casino Gambling Act 2026
- Citation
- 2026 No 14
- Legal status
- Licensed locally
- Enacted
- 28 Apr 2026
- In force
- 1 May 2026
- Licensing model
- open licensing (any operator that qualifies)
- Minimum age
- 18+
- Advertising
- licensed operators only
- Penalties
- advertiser · fine · up to $5,000,000 · Pecuniary penalty for advertising unlicensed online casino gambling (s 10); NZ$300,000 for an individual; operator · fine · up to $5,000,000 · Pecuniary penalty for a body corporate, e.g. unlicensed online casino gambling (s 9); NZ$300,000 for an individual
Sources: Online Casino Gambling Act 2026 (2026 No 14), New Zealand Legislation
Launch register
New casinos that do not block New Zealand
Founded 2024 or later, newest first, by the date each one joined our list. Vermilion stamp: first year. Green: second or third year. 47 in total.
09
/26
September 2026
1 added
- Malta Gaming Authority €500 + 50 Free Spins Year 2 · 2025 founded 2025
07
/26
July 2026
2 added
- Costa Rica Gambling License €5,000 + 350 FS Year 1 · 2026 founded 2026
- Costa Rica Gambling License €15,000 + 400 Free Spins Year 1 · 2026 founded 2026
05
/26
May 2026
2 added
- Curaçao €3,800 + 50 Free Spins Year 1 · 2026 founded 2026
- Curaçao €5,000 + 500 Free Spins Year 3 · 2024 founded 2024
Our list, read 29 Oct 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.
Questions
New Zealand: questions
Are online casinos legal in New Zealand?
Yes, once licensed. The Online Casino Gambling Act 2026 allows up to 15 licensed online casinos (New Zealand Legislation). Offshore casinos already serving New Zealand may continue during the transition but may not advertise.
When will licensed online casinos launch in New Zealand?
The Department of Internal Affairs held the licence auction in October 2026 and expects the licensed market to be fully running in 2027 (Department of Internal Affairs). Operators that have not applied must stop serving New Zealand from 1 December 2026.
What happens to offshore casinos after licensing starts?
Only licensed operators will be allowed to serve New Zealand. The Department of Internal Affairs can issue take-down notices and ask the High Court to order penalties for serious breaches.
What should I check before joining a new casino that accepts players from New Zealand?
Read the casino's terms on New Zealand first, because a casino can change the countries it accepts. Then check the licence it names, its withdrawal limits and the wagering on the welcome offer. Make a small first deposit and request a small withdrawal before you claim a bonus. Our review method lists the checks we run on every new brand.
Where can I get help with gambling in New Zealand?
Gambling Therapy offers free, confidential support online in several languages. In New Zealand, Gambling Helpline (Aotearoa) offers free support on 0800 654 655. Self-exclusion in a casino account only works at that casino. Our responsible gaming page explains the deposit and time limits you can set.
Responsible gaming
Play only if you are 18+ 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 18 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.
Set your limitsFree, confidential support
If playing stops being fun, talk to someone. Gambling Therapy offers free support in many languages.
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