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Ireland guide • GRAI information
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Gambling Regulation in Ireland (GRAI)

Verify before you register

Online gambling in Ireland is regulated by the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI). The GRAI oversees gambling activity to support player protection, fairness, transparency, and responsible gambling standards.

Only operators that hold a valid GRAI licence, or that operate under Ireland’s transitional regulatory framework, are permitted to offer online gambling services to players in Ireland.

Top 3 online casinos in Ireland

The listings on our website are selected using practical criteria: availability to Irish users, compliance with Irish rules, clear terms, responsible gambling tools, and overall reputation and user experience.

Small, curated list

Selection criteria

We highlight three online casinos that state they accept Irish players and operate in line with applicable regulatory requirements. Always confirm the latest terms and player tools on the operator website.

What to do before registering

Check eligibility, review bonus terms (if any), and look for tools like deposit limits, time limits, time-outs, and self-exclusion.

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Disclosure

How we’re funded

This website operates as an information and comparison platform. We may receive a commission if you choose to register or play at a casino linked from our pages. This does not affect how we describe basic safety messages.

Age and audience

All promotions are intended for users aged 18+ only. If you are under 18, do not use linked operator websites.

Responsible gambling in Ireland

Keep gambling as entertainment — not a source of income.

Use limits

Use available tools

Players are encouraged to use deposit limits, time limits, time-outs, and self-exclusion where needed. If you feel gambling is becoming a problem, seek support early through Irish responsible gambling organisations.

Regulatory notice

Gambling laws and licensing requirements in Ireland can change. Always verify an operator’s licensing status directly with the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland before depositing funds.

  • Confirm you are 18+ and allowed to participate from your location in Ireland.
  • Read the latest terms and conditions on the operator website (especially withdrawals and verification).
  • Set limits before you start, not after.
  • If it stops feeling like entertainment, pause and seek support.
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