Are Monegasque Allowed to Gamble?

Monaco Gambling Laws in 2021
Gambling in Monaco has been legal since the middle of the 19th century. This includes sports betting, casinos, lotteries and online gambling. But there are some catches.

Why are Monegasque not allowed to gamble?

To allow his own citizens to gamble would've been counter productive to his aim of bringing money into the country, so he banned them. His idea worked so well that Monaco paid off its current debts and had such sustainability from their gambling industry that they were in a position to abolish taxes.

Why can't Locals go in casinos in Monaco?

The potential ill-effects of commercial gambling on a community's own citizens cannot be ignored. It was for this reason that in Monaco, home to the infamous Monte Carlo Casino, gambling has always been illegal for its own residents. ... In exchange, citizens of Monaco do not have to pay income taxes.

Robert Thorne

Robert Thorne

Automotive & Future Transportation Editor

Robert Thorne covers electric vehicle innovations, autonomous driving systems, global mobility trends, and automotive engineering developments.