Anyone who follows the world of bets has already noticed: the scenario has turned upside down in Brazil.
People are searching "which bet still works?", "Did Betano go offline?", "Did bet365 close in Brazil?" and "where did my balance go?".
The answer requires caution. Since October 6, 2026, fixed‑odds sports betting platforms and online games covered by Provisional Measure No. 1.394/2026 must remain unavailable for betting on Brazilian territory.
This also applies to foreign operators that try to offer these services to people located in Brazil.
In other words: a bet opening in the browser does not mean it is authorized to receive bets. And finding an alternative domain does not prove that the platform can operate legally in the country.
Betano, bet365, Superbet and other brands: who was affected?
The change hit a market that gathered dozens of companies and brands known to Brazilian bettors.
Among the names that were listed in the historical authorization register of the Secretariat of Prizes and Bets (SPA/MF) before the ban are:
Well‑known international brands:
Betano, bet365, Superbet, Betsson, Stake, 1xBet, Pinnacle, Matchbook, BetMGM, Rivalo, VBet and Lottoland.
Popular brands in the Brazilian market:
Pixbet, Vaidebet, Esportes da Sorte, Onabet, Lottu, EstrelaBet, 7K, Blaze, Jonbet, Brazino777, Betesporte, Betboom, Bandbet, Betwarrior and Aposta Ganha.
Other brands present in the official register:
Reals, Betgo, Casa de Apostas, Bet Sul, H2 Bet, SeuBet, ArenaPlus, BingoPlus, Sorte Online, Cassino, Vera, Vupi, BetPix365, Obabet and Megaposta.
These 40 names appear as brands in the official history prior to the Provisional Measure.
Attention: being on this list does not mean that all the companies have gone bankrupt, ceased worldwide operations, or have published individual announcements of definitive closure. The confirmed situation is the mandatory interruption of the offering of bets covered by the ban in the Brazilian market.
What still works legally in Brazil?
The ban on fixed‑odds bets did not eliminate all lottery modalities provided for in Brazilian legislation.
Lotteries such as Mega‑Sena, Quina and Lotofácil belong to categories different from fixed‑odds sports betting and continue to be subject to their own rules.
The main point is to distinguish a legally authorized lottery from an online sports betting or casino site that remains accessible despite the restrictions.
Based on the current rules, there is no list of fixed‑odds betting houses that can be presented as legally cleared to receive new bets from people located in Brazil.
Bet down, withdrawal stuck and Pix that didn’t go through: what to do?
If the bet went offline and the money got stuck, the first step is not to click any link sent via WhatsApp, Telegram or social media.
The official calendar set the period from October 9 to 14 for the return of balances by financial institutions. Since October 15, Caixa Econômica Federal can intervene in cases where operational difficulties prevent banks from refunding.
If the Pix didn’t go through or the balance hasn’t returned, check your bank account records, keep receipts and contact the official channels of the financial institution and the operator.
Beware of the “withdrawal released” scam: no one should demand an advance deposit, password or authentication code to supposedly unlock your money.
The deadlines announced by the government do not represent confirmation that all individual refunds have been completed.
Did the house close permanently or just leave Brazil?
This is one of the points that generates the most confusion.
An operator can cease betting in Brazil and continue operating in other markets where it holds authorization. It can also keep its corporate structure while resolving payments, regulatory obligations and administrative issues.
Therefore, it is useful to separate three situations:
Operation ended in Brazil: the company stops offering bets to Brazilian users.
Site blocked or unavailable: the address cannot be accessed normally, but this does not prove bankruptcy.
Company permanently closed: a situation that requires specific confirmation, such as an official statement, corporate registration or regulatory documentation.
Before believing that a particular bet has “disappeared from the map”, look for verifiable information about the company behind the brand.
Where to check the status of betting houses?
Want to know what happened to a known betting house? The answer is not always in the first Google result.
BetVerity gathers profiles of international operators, information on licenses, regulatory changes, market restrictions and news about companies that have closed or modified their operations.
Instead of relying on rumors, check the brand’s history, identify the responsible company and follow the available updates.
Research the operators’ status on BetVerity:
https://52sbo.com
BetVerity is an information and research portal. The presence of a brand on the site does not represent authorization to bet from Brazil.
So, which bet is still allowed in Brazil?
As of October 17, 2026, the consulted federal rules maintain the prohibition of offering fixed‑odds betting on Brazilian territory.
For those searching for “bets that still work”, the most important information is not just whether the site loads, but what the legal and operational status of the company is.
If you have pending funds, prioritize official refund channels. If you want to understand what happened to a brand, research its licenses, history and regulatory communications.
Verified information is worth more than a promise of easy access.
Updated on 17/10/2026. This guide is for journalistic and informational purposes. The list of brands is historical and does not constitute a list of bankrupt companies or individually confirmed closures in all countries. The content does not recommend betting nor the use of means to circumvent legal restrictions. Always consult the competent authorities.