Lottoland
Lottoland was founded in 2013 in Gibraltar, specialising in the lottery betting model where customers place wagers on the outcome of various state lotteries.
2013 · Gibraltar · Lottoland · Active UKGC Licence
UKGC Licence: #51090 — View on UKGC Public Register
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CORPORATE & REGULATORY HISTORY
2013
Founded in Gibraltar by Dietmar Dahmen; lottery betting model launched
2014
UK operations begin; UKGC licence #51090 issued
2016
Controversy with traditional lottery operators; legal and lobbying activity
2018
Expanded to multiple European markets; product range extended
2021
UK advertising compliance review; updated marketing standards
2024
Continues offering lottery betting and number games in UK; GAMSTOP enrolled
REGULATORY INFORMATION
| Regulator | UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) |
|---|---|
| Licence Number | 51090 |
| Status | Active |
| Licence Type | Remote Casino & Lottery Betting |
| Verification Source | UKGC Public Register |
| GAMSTOP | Enrolled (Yes) |
| ADR Provider | IBAS |
SAFER GAMBLING TOOLS
Lottoland provides the following safer gambling tools as required by UK Gambling Commission Social Responsibility Code: deposit limits (daily, weekly, monthly), session time limits, reality checks, cool-off periods, self-exclusion (site-specific), and registration with GAMSTOP, the national multi-operator self-exclusion scheme. Players can also raise complaints through an UKGC-approved Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) provider.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Yes, Lottoland holds a current licence issued by the UK Gambling Commission, reference number 51090. You can verify this on the UKGC Public Register at gamblingcommission.gov.uk.
You can self-exclude directly through your account settings on the Lottoland website, or register with GAMSTOP (gamstop.co.uk) to self-exclude from all UKGC-licensed operators simultaneously.
UKGC-licensed operators are required to keep player funds separate from operating funds. The level of protection varies — check Lottoland's terms for details. You can raise payment disputes with their ADR provider.
First contact Lottoland customer support. If unresolved within 8 weeks, you can escalate to their approved ADR provider, details of which are in their terms. You may also contact the UKGC.
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