Iran

Online betting is prohibited in Iran

Iranian criminal law prohibits gambling and betting rather than providing a domestic licensing route for commercial online sportsbooks or casinos. The amended provisions of the Islamic Penal Code expressly cover relevant conduct in both physical and virtual environments. Operating, assisting or providing tools for gambling can also attract enforcement, with proceeds and dedicated instruments subject to seizure or blocking.

A company registered abroad cannot use its foreign licence to override Iranian law. Persian support, a rial balance or a domain that remains accessible does not create local authorisation.

Mirror sites and impersonation

Illegal platforms frequently change domains and promote replacement links through influencers, Telegram channels and private messages. A clone may copy a known design while stealing credentials or directing deposits to another account. APK files from unofficial sources can contain malware or request excessive access.

• Do not use a VPN or mirror domain to bypass a restriction.
• Do not install an app from chat, advertising or a shortened link.
• Reject fixed-match, guaranteed-profit and paid loss-recovery claims.
• Never share a password, one-time code or remote screen access.

Rial gateways and card-to-card transfers

Direct rial portals and card-to-card transfers are often presented as convenient local methods, but they do not validate the underlying gambling service. Illegal networks may use rented merchant facilities, changing personal cards or mule accounts. This can expose the sender to fraud, blocked funds and investigation.

Check the recipient and purpose before every payment. Do not split deposits or use an account belonging to another person. Stop if an operator asks for an additional “tax,” “verification” or “unlock” transfer before withdrawal. Preserve the destination card or account, transaction reference, domain, phone number and full conversation.

Identity, crypto and complaint risks

Sending national ID images, bank-card details or face-verification video to an unlicensed offshore site can lead to further impersonation. Crypto payments add price, address and recovery risks; they do not make gambling lawful or anonymous. Never let an agent set up a wallet or bank account in your name.

After suspected fraud, contact the bank or payment provider immediately, secure email and phone accounts and report through current Iranian cyber-police or judicial channels. Clear screenshots and transaction records are more useful than deleting the account in panic.

Reducing gambling harm

No app, tipster or system guarantees income. Chasing losses, borrowing, selling assets, hiding payments or being unable to stop are warning signs. Block payment routes, remove apps and ask a trusted person to help protect essential funds. Seek qualified local mental-health support if gambling affects sleep, work, family relationships or safety.

This page is informational and reflects the amended penal provisions and cyber-fraud warnings reviewed in September 2026. Laws and reporting routes can change, so consult current official legal guidance.