Licensed betting sites in Ghana
Updated: · Bookmaker Blog editorial team
18+18+ only. Betting involves risk of loss and can be addictive.
Ghana has a well-established, licensed betting market supervised by a single national regulator. In 2025 it also scrapped an unpopular tax on bettors' winnings. This guide covers the rules and payments, and lists operators licensed in Ghana.
We are verifying which operators hold a valid licence here. The list will appear once our checks are complete.
Is betting legal in Ghana?
Yes. Sports betting, online and in shops, is legal for adults aged 18 and over with a licensed operator. The Gaming Commission of Ghana, set up under the Gaming Act, 2006 (Act 721), issues licences for retail and online sports betting, casinos, gaming machines and other games of chance. By mid-2025 the Commission reported about 90 licensed operators.
Regulator
How to check a licence
- Find the licence details in the footer of the operator's site or app. It should name the Gaming Commission of Ghana.
- Confirm the operator on the Commission's website, or contact the Commission directly.
- Avoid operators that only show an offshore licence, accept only crypto, or route deposits through personal MoMo numbers.
"Fixed match" sellers are scammers. Nobody can sell you a guaranteed result. If a tipster asks for MoMo payments in exchange for "sure games", walk away.
Taxes: the 10% winnings tax is gone
In 2023 Ghana introduced a 10% withholding tax on betting winnings. It proved unpopular and hard to enforce. Parliament repealed it under the Income Tax (Amendment) Act, 2025 (Act 1129), effective 2 April 2025. Since then, licensed operators should not deduct this tax from your winnings. Operators themselves still pay tax on their gross gaming revenue.
If an operator still deducts a percentage from your winnings, ask customer support to explain the legal basis in writing.
Deposits and withdrawals
- MTN MoMo, the most widely used method
- Telecel Cash, formerly Vodafone Cash
- AT Money, formerly AirtelTigo Money
- Bank cards and transfers at some operators
Withdraw only to a wallet or account registered in your own name, and expect an ID check before your first payout.
What Ghanaians bet on
The English Premier League leads, followed by the Champions League and other European leagues. The Ghana Premier League, with clubs such as Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak, and Black Stars matches are also popular. Before you build long accumulators, read our guides to types of football bets and how odds work.
Bet responsibly
Keep betting to money you can afford to lose. Set deposit limits in your account, and never borrow, including mobile loans, to bet.
Frequently asked questions
Is online sports betting legal in Ghana?
Yes, for adults aged 18 and over who use an operator licensed by the Gaming Commission of Ghana under the Gaming Act, 2006 (Act 721).
Do I still pay 10% tax on betting winnings in Ghana?
No. The 10% withholding tax on winnings introduced in 2023 was repealed by the Income Tax (Amendment) Act, 2025 (Act 1129), with effect from 2 April 2025. Operators still pay tax on their gaming revenue.
Which payment methods work with Ghanaian bookmakers?
Mobile money is the standard: MTN MoMo, Telecel Cash and AT Money. Some operators also accept bank cards and transfers.
How do I check if a betting site is licensed in Ghana?
Look for the Gaming Commission of Ghana licence details on the operator's site and confirm them on the Commission's website or by contacting the Commission.