Brazil’s Government has collected 5,890 million reais (one billion euros) from online betting during the first five months of 2026, according to figures from the Federal Revenue Secretariat. This represents an increase of 85.9% compared to the 3,169 million reais recorded in 2025.
The results highlight the importance of the regulated sector for the Brazilian economy. In 2025, the betting tax reached revenue of 9,950 million reais. According to data from January to May 2026, revenue has already exceeded last year’s full-year figures by 60%.
Brazil could close 2026 with revenue exceeding 14,000 million reais, if the monthly average is maintained. Numbers are expected to keep growing, especially in the context of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Brazil managed to advance to the round of 16 yesterday, after defeating Japan 2-1.
The Federal Revenue Secretariat also highlighted that during the first five months of 2026 more platforms were operating than in the same period of the previous year, a factor that directly influenced the increase in revenue.
Likewise, the tax on gambling revenue increased from 12% to 13% in 2026. The Government expects further increases, reaching 14% in 2027 and 15% in 2028. In 2026, 1% of the revenue collected by betting companies will go toward Social Security. This figure will rise to 2% by 2027 and 3% by 2028.