Belgian authorities issued a cautionary notice before the global football tournament.
During the 2022 World Cup, the Belgian Gaming Commission urged all operators to adhere to their licensing requirements.
The notification was sent in a written form, reminding F2 license holders (retail betting businesses) of two sections of the Belgian Gaming Act (Article 5 and Article 6).
Article 5 stipulates that a sign must be displayed within one meter of any betting terminal informing players that they cannot utilize loans or advances for wagering. It must also declare that gambling by individuals under the legal age is prohibited.
Article 6 states that operators must place at least two folders containing information about problematic gambling on a stand beneath the aforementioned sign, ensuring players have easy access to this information.
Last month, Belgium implemented two adjustments to its responsible gambling regulations. A royal decree was issued three months prior, establishing a new weekly spending limit of €200.
Belgium’s self-exclusion program, the Excluded Persons Information System (EPIS), has also been expanded to include retail betting.