Licensed sportsbooks in Germany
Licensed by the Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL). Ranked by our score out of 10, built from each book’s regulatory record, betting product, app rating, payments and welcome offer terms. How we rate.
RegulatorGemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL)
Minimum age18+
Tax on winningsA 5.3% tax applies to stakes on sports bets; some operators absorb it.
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| # | Sportsbook | Our score | Welcome offer | License | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | TipicoBanijay Group (since April 2026) | 7.8/10 | 100% first-deposit bonus up to €100New customers, 18+. Minimum deposit €10; 10x turnover at odds of 1.50 or more within 30 days; Skrill and Neteller deposits do not qualify; account must be verified first. Valid until 31 January 2027. | On the GGL whitelist; German sports betting license since 1 July 2021, renewed from 1 January 2024 | |
| 02 | BetwaySuper Group | 7.6/10 | 100% first-deposit bonus up to €100New customers, 18+. Minimum deposit €10 by card, PayPal, Klarna/Sofort, Trustly, Paysafe or Giropay; 6x wagering at minimum odds of 1.75 within 30 days. | Betway Limited; listed by Gambling.com as GGL-licensed and on the official whitelist |
German players face a standard cross-operator deposit limit of €1,000 a month, which can be raised only after checks. Only providers on the GGL whitelist are licensed.
How to check a sportsbook is licensed in Germany
- 1Scroll to the sportsbook’s footer and note the regulator and license or account number.
- 2Search it in the the GGL whitelist.
- 3Confirm the company name in the register matches the one in the sportsbook’s terms and conditions.
- 4If anything is missing or doesn’t match, don’t deposit. Unlicensed sites offer no protection if they refuse to pay out.
Frequently asked questions
What is the German betting tax?
A 5.3% tax on the total stake of each sports bet, collected by licensed operators. Some, such as Tipico, absorb it instead of passing it on.
Is there a deposit limit in Germany?
Yes. The standard limit is €1,000 a month across all licensed providers; it can be raised only after careful examination.
How do I check a German sportsbook is licensed?
Look it up on the GGL whitelist of permitted providers before you deposit.