The Lithuanian gambling industry saw significant growth in the first half of 2026, with total revenue increasing by 16.8% compared to the same period in 2025. According to data released by Lithuania’s Gambling Supervision Authority (LPT) on Thursday, this expansion was largely attributed to a rise in remote gambling activities.
During the first six months of 2026, the total gross gaming revenue (GGR) reached €153.6 million, up from €131.5 million in the same timeframe the previous year. Remote gambling emerged as a dominant sector, contributing approximately 78% of total revenue.
Specifically, remote operators generated around €119.9 million in GGR for H1 2026, reflecting a substantial 25% increase when compared year-on-year. In contrast, traditional brick-and-mortar gambling facilities faced a downturn, achieving only €33.7 million in GGR, which is a 5% decrease from the prior year.
The lottery segment also reported positive figures, with ticket sales increasing by 8.6% to €87.73 million. The amount paid out in prizes rose by 10.5%, totaling €49.29 million. Consequently, lottery GGR climbed by 6.2% to €38.44 million compared to H1 2025. As of June 30, 2026, two private companies were overseeing the primary lotteries.
Tax revenue from the gambling sector also saw a boost, increasing by 11.4% to €46.43 million. Casinos and other gambling organizers contributed €30.67 million, while lottery operators added €15.76 million to the state budget.
By the end of the first half of the year, 12 closed joint-stock companies held licenses for gambling activities in Lithuania.
In the realm of remote gambling, performance varied across different product categories. Remote Category A slot machines led the charge, generating €85.7 million in GGR, which marked a 33% year-on-year increase. Remote table games also saw significant growth, with GGR rising by 34% to €12.3 million.
Conversely, remote Category B slot machines experienced a drastic decline, with a revenue drop of 63% to €424,800. The physical table games segment remained stable, contributing €7.7 million in GGR. Overall, the total number of gambling devices and venues showed a slight decrease compared to H1 2025.
Earlier this year, Lithuania’s Ministry of Finance introduced a plan to implement mandatory "player cards" aimed at monitoring gambling activities across online and physical venues. This initiative is expected to take effect on January 1, 2029, requiring gamblers to possess a physical card facilitating closer control of gambling behaviors and enabling government oversight of deposits and winnings across various operators.
