Online betting and bookmakers in Tunisia
Sport and its stars have long been the stuff of dreams for Tunisians. Beyond this fascination, there are often bets designed to get the adrenaline pumping, and then to win money. In this article, you’ll find everything you need to know about the world of online betting in the land of the Carthage Eagles.
Betting in Tunisia, still a very limited sector
In Tunisia, gambling in all its forms (table games, casinos, betting, etc.) is prohibited for the general public. The law, which is based on Islamic Sharia law, is categorical on this point. Even if the Tunisian code does not explicitly mention it, online gambling is naturally illegal. Admittedly, there are no strict Internet controls on foreign online betting sites, but transfers of money linked to a bookmaker to local banks are liable to severe penalties if the authorities discover them. To this day, and for the past 30 years, Promosport is the only state-approved gaming company.
The gambling ban applies only to Tunisians. Foreigners are not subject to the rule and can therefore enjoy themselves freely in the casinos belonging to the country’s tourist resorts, such as the Grand Pasino Djerba in Mezraya, Casino La Médina in Hammamet and Casino Europe in Sousse. They must present a valid passport to access these venues.
With the development of the internet and, above all, the widespread use of smartphones, more and more Tunisians are betting online. However, they need to be very discreet and use a VPN before each gaming session.
1xBet is one of the sports betting platforms that accepts Tunisians. With this bookmaker, you are sure to find bets that match your interests and you have a wide range of disciplines to keep you entertained throughout the year. Football is given particular prominence, with all the major competitions and less publicised leagues on the programme. The schedule is just as full for other sports such as basketball and rugby.
22Bet is also available for North Africans. What makes this bookmaker popular despite its young age is not only its vast range of bets, but also its bonuses and high odds. Promotions are recurrent for even more fun and winnings. Note, however, that like most foreign brokers, including 1xBet, the platform does not accept local currency. You will therefore have to bet in other currencies such as dollars or euros.