Colombian Betting Tax Bombshell: High Court Halts 19% Levy as Operators Gain Vital Reprieve
The Constitutional Court of Colombia has delivered a shock suspension of the 19% VAT on gambling, citing constitutional concerns over emergency decrees. With an election year approaching, legal experts believe the tax is unlikely to be revived before 2027, providing a major boost to licensed operators.
Regulatory · 2 Feb 2026