ARJEL: The Predecessor (2010-2020)

From its inception in 2010, ARJEL served as the primary regulatory body for online gambling activities in France. Its responsibilities included issuing licenses to operators across sports betting, poker, and horse racing, while also ensuring strict adherence to rules concerning security, fairness, and the safeguarding of players.

ANJ: The Current Authority (Since January 2020)

In January 2020, ARJEL transitioned into the ANJ (National Gaming Authority), a body endowed with broader regulatory scope. The ANJ now stands as the singular authority overseeing all gambling activities in France, encompassing:

• All online gaming sectors (sports betting, horse racing, poker)

• Games offered by FDJ and PMU

• Traditional physical games available at sales points

• All aspects of gambling-related advertising

The Importance for Bettors: Your Guarantee of Safety

For your protection, only websites that are approved by the ANJ are legally permitted to operate online gambling in France. This crucial approval provides you with the following assurances:

• Effective player protection (shielding against addiction, fraud, and other risks)

• Guaranteed security for your deposits and winnings

• Confirmation of the legality of all bets and results

• Clear and transparent commercial and advertising practices

Verify the ANJ License Before You Bet

Choosing an ANJ-approved site is your assurance of a trustworthy, legal, and regulated gaming environment. The comprehensive list of all authorized operators is readily available on the official ANJ website: www.anj.fr.