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The expansion of gambling and the rise in addiction driven by the powerful Internet are creating new challenges for casinos.
Home Gambling Portugal's biggest gaming halls Portugal's biggest gaming halls Portugal’s casino scene is far more diverse and lively than many visitors expect.
Casinos saw gross revenues shrink by 4.6%, equivalent to €3.5 million, in the third quarter of 2025. Online gambling continues to rise and bingo also recorded gains.
Concessions for the casinos in Espinho, Póvoa de Varzim and the Algarve will be extended as an exceptional measure, since the deadline to submit proposals is still open and ends on 31 December.
The government plans to prolong the operating licences/concessions for the Solverde and Estoril Sol casino groups.
