The Lithuanian gambling industry showed strong growth in the first half of 2026, with a 16.8% increase compared to the previous year. Data released by Lithuania’s Gambling Supervision Authority (LPT) indicates that the rise was largely fueled by remote gambling.
In terms of gross gaming revenue (GGR), which LPT defines as the total bets minus winnings paid out, the sector reached €153.6 million during the first six months, up from €131.5 million in the same timeframe in 2025. Remote gambling was the clear leader, contributing approximately 78% of total revenue.
Remote operators recorded a total GGR of around €119.9 million, reflecting a 25% increase year-over-year. In contrast, traditional land-based gambling establishments saw a downturn, generating €33.7 million in GGR, a decrease of 5% compared to the previous year.
Additionally, the lottery sector experienced positive results, with ticket sales climbing 8.6% to €87.73 million. Prize payouts also rose by 10.5%, reaching €49.29 million, resulting in a lottery GGR of €38.44 million, an increase of 6.2% from H1 2025. As of June 30, 2026, two private firms were operating the major lotteries in Lithuania.
Tax revenues from the gambling industry also saw an uptick of 11.4%, amounting to €46.43 million. Casinos and other gambling operators contributed €30.67 million, while lottery operators paid €15.76 million into the state budget. As of mid-2026, 12 closed joint-stock companies were licensed to conduct gambling operations in Lithuania.
Remote gambling performance varied significantly by product. Remote Category A slot machines led with €85.7 million in GGR, marking a 33% increase from the prior year. Remote table games also performed well, with GGR up 34% to €12.3 million. However, remote Category B slot machines faced a sharp decline in revenue, plunging 63% to €424,800. The physical table games segment remained steady, generating €7.7 million in GGR.
The total number of gambling devices and venues experienced a slight decrease compared to H1 2025. Earlier this year, Lithuania's Ministry of Finance suggested implementing mandatory “player cards” to track gambling activities across both online and physical locations. This initiative, expected to take effect on January 1, 2029, would require gamblers to possess a physical card, allowing for enhanced control over gambling habits and enabling authorities to monitor transactions across various operators.
