No tax is deducted from a player's winnings at payout. Gambling tax in Tanzania falls on the licensed operator: gross gaming revenue is taxed at 25%, cut to 15% for casinos in 2021. A 5% excise duty on betting stakes was proposed in the 2026/27 budget, so a TZS 10,000 stake would carry TZS 500 in duty.
The 5% excise measure was still awaiting implementation when reported in June 2026. Confirm current rates with the Gaming Board of Tanzania and the Tanzania Revenue Authority. More quick answers sit in the TDU gambling FAQ hub, including whether online gambling is legal in Tanzania.
18+. Gambling is entertainment, not income — bet only what you can afford to lose.