The casino culture in Sweden: what to expect

Author: Live Casino Direct
 
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Sweden is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. It's a paradise for road trips and those seeking the Aurora Borealis. Sweden has a thriving gambling and casino market.

Gambling is legal in Sweden, but there are some restrictions to keep players safe. There is a 5,000 SEK a month deposit limit for player accounts and a limit to bonuses and promotions. Casinos with a Swedish license can only offer a welcome bonus.

The government owns the four land-based casinos in Sweden. One of them closed in 2020. Online gambling is allowed in the country. The casinos must adhere to strict regulations and rules. They must have a Swedish license to operate in that area. Spelpaus blocks players who have placed themselves on a playing break.

It is legal to play games at an online casino that is not in Sweden and doesn't have a Swedish license. Promotions and bonuses aren't allowed beyond a signup bonus.

Gambling games are popular in Sweden.

There are three land-based casinos in Sweden. Svenska Spel owns 50% of the gambling market in the country. The government-run organisation deposits all the profits into the national treasure. In 2020, gambling revenue amounted to SEK24.69 billion. Online casinos are becoming more popular. Only online casinos licensed by the Swedish State can advertise in Swedish. The majority of players using other casinowebsites have sought them out without being advertised to.