Gambling Regulation in Netherlands
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Last reviewed 2026-07-01
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Recent Enforcement & Updates
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2026-07-01
Netherlands KSA explains use of 'last onder dwangsom' against unlicensed operators
Kansspelautoriteit outlines that in addition to fines it can use enforcement orders (last onder dwangsom) to stop illegal gambling operators and protect public interests under the Wok and to deter future violations.
Source: Kansspelautoriteit (KSA)
high
2026-07-01
Kansspelautoriteit using orders under coercive fine to halt illegal offerings (Netherlands)
Dutch KSA can impose a 'last onder dwangsom' (order under coercive fine) to compel illegal gambling providers to cease activities; enforcement complements fines and protects public interest under the Wok.
Source: Kansspelautoriteit (KSA)
high
2026-07-01
KSA sanctions: Polymarket (Adventure One) hit with €420k coercive fine
The Dutch KSA imposed a last onder dwangsom on Adventure One QSS Inc. (Polymarket) for offering illegal games in the Netherlands and states a €420,000 coercive fine has been incurred and is being recovered.
Source: Kansspelautoriteit (KSA)
high
2026-06-01
Kansspelautoriteit imposes sanctions on illegal gambling sites
Kansspelautoriteit has enforced a penalty against Rust Clash for allowing Dutch players to access illegal gambling sites. The sites are now blocked from access in the Netherlands.
Source: Kansspelautoriteit (KSA)
high
2026-06-01
Kansspelautoriteit imposes fines for illegal gambling
Kansspelautoriteit has fined 1X Corp N.V. €400,000 for offering online gambling without a license. WL Deal is also facing enforcement actions for similar violations.
Source: Kansspelautoriteit (KSA)
high
2026-05-17
Winning Poker Network fined for illegal operations
Kansspelautoriteit has imposed a fine on Winning Poker Network for operating illegally. The authority emphasizes the importance of compliance with licensing laws.
Source: Kansspelautoriteit (KSA)
high
2026-05-17
Techno Offshore and Novatech Solutions face sanctions
Kansspelautoriteit has issued sanctions against Techno Offshore and Novatech Solutions for failing to prevent Dutch players from accessing their services. Compliance is mandatory.
Source: Kansspelautoriteit (KSA)
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KSA sanctions: Polymarket (Adventure One) hit with €420k coercive fine
Netherlands KSA explains use of 'last onder dwangsom' against unlicensed operators
Kansspelautoriteit imposes sanctions on illegal gambling sites
Kansspelautoriteit imposes fines for illegal gambling
Kansspelautoriteit (KSA)
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