Iceland

Casinos in Iceland

 

Iceland is the wintry island in the Atlantic Ocean which is home to volcanic terrain and the stunning Northern Lights overhead. Having suffered during the economic crisis of 2008, Iceland has found its feet again and become a popular destination for visitors who want to explore its rugged natural beauty. Gamblers visiting in the hope of finding some casino gaming action are out of luck, however, as land-based casinos are illegal in Iceland.

 

 

Land-Based Casinos in Iceland

 

As we mentioned above, there are no land-based casinos in Iceland. While you can play the local lottery and enjoy slot gaming at various bars and cafes around the island, you will not find any casinos here. Slot machines were made legal in Iceland in 1994, but apart from this option casino gamers will have to play online to get their fix when visiting this country.

 

 

Online Casinos in Iceland

 

Iceland does not have any laws directly addressing online casino gaming, which means that this has become a popular option for casino players. The population of just 350,000 makes Iceland one of Europe’s least populated land areas, but there is still plenty of enthusiasm for online gaming. Many international online casinos market their services to Iceland, and the government neither prosecutes casino players nor blocks these websites, meaning that it is easy to find lots of online casino options in Iceland.

 

Here is a list of some of the most popular online casinos for Icelandic players:

 

• Jackpot City
• Spin City
• Ace Lucky Casino
• 888 Casino
• Bet365 Casino
• Betway Casino

 

All of the most popular casino games are available to play online from Iceland. Slot machines are easy to find in halls and bars around the country, but online players can enjoy not just slots but also traditional casino classics like blackjack, roulette and many more.

 

Poker in Iceland

 

Like casinos, poker rooms are also banned in Iceland, so poker players here must either organise games with friends or play online. 32 Red Poker Play and Unibet Poker Play are two of the most popular sites with Icelandic players. Texas Hold ‘Em is the most popular variation of the game played in Iceland, but of course other options such as Omaha are also available online. 

 

 

Sports Betting in Iceland

 

Like most of Europe, Iceland is football-crazy, particularly in recent years as their national team has punched well above its weight on the international stage. Most Iceland footy fans support a team in the English Premier League, so it is very common to spot Manchester United and Liverpool shirts on the street. Golf is also a very popular sport here, as are basketball and athletics. There are plenty of options to bet on sports online via one of the many international sports betting sites which accepts Iceland players.

 

Horse Racing in Iceland

 

The Icelandic Horse is a breed of horse native to Iceland, and races between these horses are held every year between April and June. These races usually take place in small trotting tracks or else on makeshift race tracks around the country. Horse racing is not a hugely popular sport in Iceland, but the natives are justifiably proud of the breed of horse which bears their country’s name.

 

Bingo in Iceland

 

Bingo is a very popular pastime in Iceland, and many venues around the country run large and small bingo nights. The most famous bingo hall is probably Vinabæ, which is found in the capital Reykjavik. Bars and clubs around the country also put on bingo nights, which is seen as a fun and sociable evening’s entertainment. Of course, bingo fans in Iceland can also access numerous bingo sites online.

 

Q: Is gambling legal in Iceland?

A: Some forms of gambling are legal in Iceland, although casinos are not permitted.

 

Q: What is the gambling age in Iceland?

A: You must be at least 18 years old to gamble in Iceland.

 

Q: Are online casinos legal in Iceland?

A: There are no laws which directly cover online casino play in Iceland, but the government does not prosecute either players or international casinos with Icelandic players.

 

Q: How many casinos are there in Iceland?

A: There are no land-based casinos in Iceland as these are illegal.