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One of the internet's original bookmakers since 1997, a founding member of EGBA with 35+ years of history
Visit Interwetten →Interwetten welcome bonus in Nigeria
Context for Nigeria: Nigeria changed who licenses betting, and the old answer is still the one most sites give you. On 22 November 2024 the Supreme Court nullified the National Lottery Act 2005 in its entirety, holding that the National Assembly had no constitutional power to legislate on lotteries and games of chance - these are residual matters belonging to the STATES. The practical consequence is that the National Lottery Regulatory Commission is no longer the nationwide authority: its remit is now limited to the Federal Capital Territory, and an NLRC licence issued before the ruling is not a valid basis for multi-state operation. So if an operator's footer, or an affiliate page, offers 'NLRC licensed' as proof it is legal where you live, that assurance is out of date. What counts now is a licence from YOUR state's gaming regulator, or a Universal Reciprocity Certificate from the Federation of State Gaming Regulators of Nigeria (FSGRN) - and the URC only covers FSGRN member states, of which there are around 22, so a significant number of states sit outside it entirely. Betting itself remains legal in Nigeria; it is the paperwork that moved. Some legal uncertainty is still unresolved, including what regularisation means for operators licensed under the old federal regime, so check your own state's regulator before you treat any licence claim as settled.
Here is the current Interwetten welcome offer for players in Nigeria. Bonus terms change and are set by Interwetten for each market — always confirm the live offer on its own site. See every licensed betting site in Nigeria →
Nigeria changed who licenses betting in November 2024
On 22 November 2024 the Supreme Court of Nigeria, in Attorney General of Lagos State & Ors v Attorney General of the Federation & Ors (Suit No. SC/1/2008), unanimously nullified the National Lottery Act 2005. A seven-member panel held that the National Assembly had no power to legislate on lotteries and games of chance, so the Act - and the National Lottery Regulatory Commission it created - now applies only within the Federal Capital Territory. Regulating betting elsewhere in Nigeria is exclusively a matter for state governments.
What that means when you read any Nigerian review, including ours: an NLRC licence number no longer establishes, on its own, that an operator is authorised in your state. Many of our Nigerian pages still describe licensing in NLRC terms because that was the framework when they were written, and we are working through them. Check your own state regulator's list - for example the Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority - before you deposit.
Pros
- Genuine Malta Gaming Authority licence held since 2005
- Additional licences from Germany's GGL, Sweden's SGA, Greece's HGC, Spain's DGOJ
- Founding member of the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA)
- 35+ years of clean operating history, one of the internet's original bookmakers
- ESSA member for sports betting integrity
Cons
- Product feels more classic/traditional than newer, flashier competitors
- Bonus terms and product availability vary by country
- Payment method details not fully documented in available sources
- Ownership structure not fully publicly disclosed
Our verdict
Interwetten is one of the true pioneers of online sports betting, founded in 1990 in Vienna and becoming the second bookmaker worldwide to offer online betting in 1997, right after Intertops. That 35+ year track record is reinforced by genuinely strong regulatory credentials: a Malta Gaming Authority licence held since 2005, plus licences from Germany's GGL, Sweden's SGA, Greece's HGC and Spain's DGOJ, and further coverage in Italy, Ireland and Schleswig-Holstein. Interwetten is also a founding member of the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) and a member of ESSA, the sports betting integrity body — real institutional signals of trust rather than marketing claims. The product itself is a classic sportsbook with live betting, virtual sports, live casino and skill games, available in 10 languages. For bettors who value a long, clean operating history and genuine multi-jurisdiction regulation over flashy modern branding, Interwetten is one of the more credible, established choices covered here.
How we rated it
Trust & licensing (20%)9.2
Genuine Malta Gaming Authority licence (MGA/B2C/301/2015) plus Germany's GGL, Sweden's SGA, Greece's HGC and Spain's DGOJ; a founding member of the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) and ESSA member for sports betting integrity, backed by 35+ years of operating history.
Sportsbook & odds (25%)7.8
Classic sportsbook and live betting product with 35+ years of operating history, plus virtual sports.
Customer support (10%)7.7
Very long operating history (since 1990/1997) with established support across many European markets.
Payments & payouts (20%)7.6
Established regulated-market payment processing across its many European licensed markets.
Mobile & UX (10%)7.5
Full product spanning sportsbook, live casino and skill games, available in 10 languages.
Bonuses & value (15%)7.3
Regulated-market welcome offers, varying by country under MGA/GGL/DGOJ/HGC compliance requirements.
Quick facts
| Founded | September 1990, Vienna, Austria; online since 1997 |
| Owner | Interwetten Gaming Ltd, part of Interwetten Group (privately owned) |
| Licensing | Malta Gaming Authority (MGA/B2C/301/2015), Germany's GGL, Sweden's SGA, Greece's HGC, Spain's DGOJ, plus Italy, Ireland, Schleswig-Holstein |
| Sports | Classic sportsbook, live betting, virtual sports |
| Casino | Live casino and skill games |
| Markets | Strong in Germany; also Spain, Italy, Ireland, Sweden, Greece |
| Institutional memberships | Founding member of EGBA; member of ESSA (sports integrity) |
| Languages | Available in 10 languages |
How we verified this
Interwetten holds a genuine Malta Gaming Authority licence (MGA/B2C/301/2015), plus Germany's GGL, Sweden's SGA, Greece's HGC, Spain's DGOJ, and further licences in Italy, Ireland and Schleswig-Holstein. Its welcome bonus varies by country and currency; confirm the current offer and applicable licence on Interwetten's own local site.
Where Interwetten is licensed
Interwetten appears on the official register in 7 countries. Highlighted countries have a full local review — pick yours for its welcome bonus and licence details.
About Interwetten
Interwetten is a sportsbook and casino founded in September 1990 in Vienna, Austria, becoming the second bookmaker in the world to offer online betting in 1997, following Intertops. Operated by Interwetten Gaming Ltd (Interwetten Group), it holds a genuine Malta Gaming Authority licence (MGA/B2C/301/2015, since 2005), plus licences from Germany's GGL, Sweden's SGA, Greece's HGC and Spain's DGOJ, with additional coverage in Italy, Ireland and Schleswig-Holstein. Interwetten is a founding member of the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) and a member of ESSA for sports betting integrity. Its core strength is Germany, alongside a broad European footprint, offering sportsbook, live betting, virtual sports, live casino and skill games in 10 languages.
Interwetten FAQ
Is Interwetten safe and legit?
Yes — Interwetten holds a genuine Malta Gaming Authority licence (MGA/B2C/301/2015) since 2005, plus licences from Germany's GGL, Sweden's SGA, Greece's HGC and Spain's DGOJ. It's also a founding member of the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) and a member of ESSA for sports betting integrity.
How long has Interwetten been operating?
Interwetten was founded in September 1990 in Vienna, Austria, and became the second bookmaker in the world to offer online betting in 1997, following Intertops — giving it 35+ years of operating history.
Which countries is Interwetten strongest in?
Interwetten is particularly strong in Germany, with additional presence in Spain, Italy, Ireland, Sweden and Greece.
What is the Interwetten welcome bonus?
Interwetten offers a new-customer welcome bonus that varies by country and currency under its regulatory requirements. Always check the current offer on Interwetten's own local site.
Does Interwetten have a casino?
Yes, alongside its sportsbook, Interwetten offers live casino and skill games, available in 10 languages.