New Zealand gambling bonus rules
New Zealand gambling bonus rules4 rules on licensing and advertising for casino and sports betting promotions in New Zealand, summarised in plain English from the law and regulator guidance. Coming up: unlicensed online casinos must leave New Zealand from 1 December 2026 (from 1 Dec 2026); up to 15 online casino licences, expected to be issued from early 2027 (from 1 Jan 2027); licensed-era advertising: no sponsorships, endorsements or affiliates (from 1 Jan 2027).
Bonus rules in New Zealand
4 rules on bonuses, wagering and promotion terms, in plain English for planning.
Licensing
- Unlicensed online casinos must leave New Zealand from 1 December 2026From 1 Dec 2026
- Up to 15 online casino licences, expected to be issued from early 2027From 1 Jan 2027
Advertising
- No advertising to New Zealanders during the transitionSince 1 May 2026
- Licensed-era advertising: no sponsorships, endorsements or affiliatesFrom 1 Jan 2027
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For information only. Rules are plain-English summaries of published laws, regulations and regulator guidance, each linked to its source. They can be incomplete or out of date and are not legal advice: rely on the official text and your own legal or compliance review before launching a promotion.