The Dominican Republic's gambling regulator has named seven authorised online gambling operators under Law 86-26, which reorganises gambling oversight. The Directorate General of Gambling (DGJA), headed by Teófilo 'Quico' Tabar, identified Game Technology International, Betcris Banca de Apuesta, Juancito Sport, Gogo Sport, Orobet, Breeze Management and Drbets as licensed companies. Their platforms are Superbets, Betcris, Juancito Sport, Gogo Banca, Orobet, vip987.do and Appuesta. The DGJA clarified these are existing recognised operators rather than new licences awarded under the legislation.
The regulator is examining gambling activities and coordinating with other state bodies to assess infringements. It has also invited the public and media to report unauthorised operators. The DGJA is working on approval of licensing requirements for new virtual-game licences. The Council of Gambling, recently established, has not yet held its first meeting. A resolution on licensing fees, requirements and operating conditions awaits council approval, with no date set for either the rules or further authorisations.
The regulatory overhaul extends to bringing lottery outlets, sportsbetting shops and other gambling establishments into the formal tax system. On 19 October, the DGJA provided the national tax authority with a provisional database of regularisation programme participants. On 2 November, the regulator reminded operators outside the programme of a 15 November deadline for voluntary declaration. The DGJA warned that filing a declaration does not automatically legalise an establishment or authorise its operation.
