Will betting remain banned in October 2026?
As of the date of this review, MP 1.394/2026 is the central reference for the national prohibition on the exploration, offering, intermediation and advertising of fixed-odd betting lotteries. The official portal of the National Congress identifies the matter as being processed and presents the deliberation calendar. The legal situation may change with subsequent acts; Therefore, responsible reporting needs to inform the date of the consultation, instead of using “forbidden forever” or “returning tomorrow” as a title.
What is a provisional measure?
It is a normative act with the force of law, subject to the constitutional procedure of analysis by Congress. Its publication produces effects according to the text, but the long-term situation depends on the legislative process and any subsequent acts. Do not confuse a deliberation period with a decision already made. Congress informs MP 1.394/2026 of a period of deliberation that began on September 25th, with a deadline set for November 23rd, 2026, and an emergency regime starting on November 9th. Monitoring must occur in the legislative record of the matter itself.
What activities does the ban cover?
According to the Ministry of Finance, the measure affects the exploration, supply, intermediation and advertising of fixed-odds bets across the country. The official guidance indicates application to sports betting and online gaming within the scope defined by the standard, including when services are offered by agents based abroad to people located in Brazil. The prohibition does not amount to an indistinct prohibition of any and all legally provided lottery modality: the Treasury reserves other modalities authorized by law.
What happened to previous authorizations?
The measure provided for transitional rules for the interruption of activity, closure of operations and return of amounts to bettors. For a previously authorized business, this does not mean that the business name or a historical domain continues to enable new bets after the legal change. Before reporting the status of any company, it is necessary to compare the situation of the operator, the product offered and the date of the inquiry with official records.
What was the closure and reimbursement schedule?
The government set a window for voluntary withdrawal until October 5th and a return stage by financial institutions from October 9th to 14th, with additional action from Caixa expected in cases of operational impediment. Account balance, earned prizes and pending bets may require different checks. The refund procedure must not be converted into a recommendation for new betting sites.
When will betting return?
There is no confirmed return date from the official sources consulted. An amendment presented in Congress does not equate to an approved change. Nor does an advertising campaign from a foreign platform demonstrate authorization to serve people in Brazil. Any statement of reopening must be supported by the formal result of the procedure and by applicable administrative decisions.
How to follow legislation without falling prey to rumors
Consult form MPV 1394/2026 at the National Congress and the clarification page of the Prizes and Betting Secretariat. Note the date of the last movement, the type of document and whether it is a proposal, opinion, vote, conversion into law or loss of effectiveness. These situations are not interchangeable. BetVerity will update the timeline when there is a verifiable official act, preserving a record of changes.
Frequently asked questions
Does the prohibition affect a foreign operator that has a website in Portuguese? The Treasury informs that the offer aimed at people located in Brazil is also covered, even when the company is based outside the country.
Can an old website ending in .bet.br continue to receive bets? The domain history does not exceed later standards. Check the product and current legal status.
Has Congress already approved the return? There is no confirmed return decision in the sources consulted for this review. Reevaluate the official form before publication.
Last checked: 10/27/2026. It does not constitute legal advice or betting promotion.
Official sources:
https://www.congressonacional.leg.br/materias/medidas-provisorias/-/mpv/175871
https://www.gov.br/fazenda/pt-br/composicao/orgaos/secretaria-de-premios-e-apostas/medida-provisoria-ndeg-1-394-2026-entenda-as-novas-regras-para-as-apostas-de-quota-fixa