The latest data released by Receita Federal shows that revenue collection from licensed betting operators in July reached R$1.463 billion, once again surpassing the billion-mark.
Compared to June, there was a 6% increase in the amount, but it did not surpass the total recorded in January, of R$1.496 billion.
The total revenue collected between January and July, of R$8.7 billion, was 76.86% higher than the same period in 2025, the first year in which the license came into effect, as pointed out by Receita at a press conference on August 25th.
Variations throughout the year
Looking at the amounts collected since the beginning of the year, it is possible to notice fluctuations comparable to those that occurred in the previous year.
There was a drop recorded during the months of February and March, both with the lowest revenue collections so far, R$1.042 billion and R$859 million, respectively.
However, in April, the recorded amount rose again to the billion range, which can be explained by the increase in the tax rate on betting companies’ GGR, which went from 12% to 13% starting on March 26th.
As established by Complementary Law No. 224/2025, taxes on betting GGR will reach 14% in 2027 and 15% in 2028.
It is worth noting that betting revenue collection takes into account not only the tax on GGR, but also the payment of PIS/Cofins, IRPJ, CSLL, and Social Security contributions.
Where does the money collected from bets go?
The allocation of funds collected from licensed betting operators in Brazil is defined by Law No. 13,756/2018.
As determined, 85% of the amount is used to cover the “operating and maintenance expenses of the operating agent.”
In turn, 3% goes to the Fund for Equipping and Operationalizing the Core Activities of the Federal Police (Funapol).
The remaining 12% is distributed to other areas and public policies, as follows:
- 10% for education;
- 13.6% for public security;
- 36% for sports;
- 28% for social security;
- 22.4% for tourism.
Using the betting revenue collected in July, of R$1.463 billion, as a reference, the distribution would be R$1.243 billion for operator maintenance, R$43.89 million for Funapol, and R$175.56 million for the other areas.
Among these, the sports sector receives the largest share collected, a total of R$63.2 million, followed by social security (R$49.2 million) and tourism (R$39.3 million).
Betting revenue collection rising, restrictions too
According to Receita Federal’s projection, betting revenue collection in 2026 should surpass the 2025 figure.
Looking at this year’s monthly average, the amount collected from taxes applied to betting and gambling companies stood at R$1.25 billion per month.
For this reason, revenue collection of around R$16 billion is estimated for 2026, surpassing the R$9.95 billion collected in 2025.
Although betting revenue collection represents a significant source of funds for the government, the sector is expected to face greater pressure in the coming years, given the increase in advertising restrictions and taxes already underway.