France
FRLast updated Aug 27, 2026
Navigate the regulated landscape of online betting in France. This guide provides a factual overview of the legal framework, authorized mobile sportsbooks, and the regulatory standards enforced by the national gambling authority.
Population
69M
Market Status
Regulated Market
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Popular Payment Methods
VisaA global payment network offering credit, debit, and prepaid cards. Widely used for online payments and funding accounts.
MastercardA globally accepted credit and debit card payment network, allowing users to make payments using their linked bank account or credit line.
PayPalA popular e-wallet service that enables users to make online payments and money transfers. You can fund your PayPal account using a linked bank account, debit card, or credit card, keeping your financial details private from the merchant.
PaysafecardA prepaid online payment method using vouchers with a 16-digit PIN, purchased at retail outlets. It allows users to pay online without a bank account or credit card.
NeosurfA prepaid voucher system where users purchase a voucher with a unique PIN code from retail outlets or online. This PIN is then used to make online payments, offering a way to pay without a bank account or credit card.
Debit / Credit CardDeposit using a debit or credit card issued by a bank.
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France operates a strictly regulated gambling market, combining state monopolies with a partially liberalized online sector. The framework was significantly updated with the 2010 French Gambling Act, which legalized online sports betting, horse racing betting, and poker. However, online casino games, such as slots and roulette, remain prohibited. In 2020, the Autorite Nationale des Jeux (ANJ) took over as the central regulatory body, overseeing all forms of gambling, including the state-backed Francaise des Jeux (FDJ). For mobile betting apps to operate legally in France, they must secure a license from the ANJ. These applications are subject to rigorous compliance standards, including strict identity verification, high taxation rates, and mandatory responsible gambling tools. Users are required to set mandatory deposit limits and have access to a national self-exclusion register. The mobile sports betting market is highly active, driven largely by football, tennis, and basketball. Licensed operators focus heavily on user security, integrating safe payment gateways and adhering to comprehensive advertising restrictions designed to protect vulnerable populations.