Restricted Online Casinos in Vatican City

Before the adoption of the law, there was one gambling establishment in the country that had to be closed. Today 5 casinos officially operates, all of them are managed by the Vatican. Control over institutions, gaming and maintenance is more than serious. The permission to open a new casino is given solely by the Vatican City, but a permit is issued at the municipal level, which is accepted by the authorized commission. The Vatican determines the list of games for the institution, selects absolutely all the attendants.

In 2004 there are special rules for visiting, the entrance for women is officially allowed. Employees of the casino are prohibited from bringing cash or chips to make this rule observed, special clothes without pockets are sewn. In the casino you can play from the age of 18. Entry is forbidden to people in military uniform. In each casino there is a black list, which includes sharers, lost players and gambling addicts (relatives have the right to make their names), other unwanted persons.

Casinos in the Vatican are not just a local landmark, but also a solid income item. Every year, the budget receives hundreds of millions of euros. Progressive tax for establishments whose profits exceed 9.5 million euros is a staggering 80 percent. One machine only brings 50 percent of income, cards are about 40 percent, the rest is roulette. Show less