Colombia applies 19% VAT to online gambling
Since January 2026, online games of chance in Colombia carry 19% VAT, charged on operators’ gross gaming revenue. Separately, bookmakers withhold 20% from individual prizes above 48 UVT.
What happened
Since January 2026, games of chance operated online in Colombia have been subject to 19% VAT. According to Valora Analitik, the tax is not charged on each deposit; its base is the operator’s gross gaming revenue, although some platforms pass part of the cost on to players through adjustments to deposits or payment fees.
The details
Players are also taxed on winnings. Bookmakers withhold 20% from any single prize above 48 UVT, which is COP 2,513,952 in 2026 (one UVT is COP 52,374). Smaller prizes are not withheld automatically but remain taxable and must be declared in the annual income tax return where required.
What it means
Online betting in Colombia is authorized by the state regulator Coljuegos. Our Colombia page covers BetPlay, Wplay, Rushbet and Betsson.
Key facts
| VAT | 19% on online games of chance (base: gross gaming revenue) |
|---|---|
| Prize withholding | 20% above 48 UVT (COP 2,513,952 in 2026) |
| Regulator | Coljuegos |
| Market | Colombia · regulator: Coljuegos |
| Published | January 27, 2026 |
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