Poker is legal in most European countries, although some governments have restrictions on certain variants of the game. In general, poker is considered a game of skill and is not considered a form of gambling.
While there are some jurisdictions that do not allow online poker, most governments have no problem with players playing online poker through regulated platforms.
There are a few exceptions to this general rule. In Russia, poker is illegal under federal law.
The country’s only legal poker room is operated by PokerStars and is only accessible to citizens of countries that have diplomatic relations with Russia. In Estonia, poker is also illegal under federal law, but the country has been more lenient in regards to online poker and allows players to participate in regulated platforms.
In Belgium, both online poker and live poker are illegal under federal law. However, the country has been more lenient in regards to online poker and allows players to participate in regulated platforms.
Luxembourg also has a ban on both online and live poker, but the country has been more liberal in regards to online poker and allows players to participate in regulated platforms.
While Poker may be legal in most European countries it still doesn’t mean it’s safe or easy to play if you’re not located within those countries jurisdiction or if you’re not using a regulated platform. Always make sure you know the lAWS surrounding the game before playing so that you’re not breaking any rules.
