A Look at the Netherlands' Regulated Online Gambling Market

When people think of the Netherlands, Amsterdam's canals, the national team's orange shirts and Stroopwafel usually come to mind first. In recent years, online gambling has also started to become part of that conversation.

The regulated market opened in October 2021 and quickly became one of the most closely watched markets in the European gaming sector. A high share of players using the legal channel and a healthy player base are making headlines. However, a closer look reveals many more issues.

SBC Summit Europe will be held for the first time at RAI Amsterdam from 19 to 21 April. That makes this a good time to take a closer look at the host country's gambling market. The article includes a summary based on the KSA's most recent H2 2025 market data.

At the center of the market is the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), meaning the Dutch Gambling Authority. The KSA issues licenses, supervises the regulated market and enforces sanctions against companies that violate Dutch gambling law. The authority's main goals include protecting consumers, preventing gambling addiction, combating illegal gambling and fighting crimes linked to gambling.

As it moves toward 2027, the KSA's role is said to be becoming increasingly important. The authority's 2026 supervision agenda has five priorities.