In Belgium, the maximum number of A licences that can be granted simultaneously is set at 9. As such, 9 casinos can be operated in Belgium. This equates to 4 casinos in Flanders (Blankenberge, Knokke, Middelkerke and Ostend), 4 casinos in Wallonia (Chaudfontaine, Dinant, Namur and Spa) and 1 casino in Brussels.

Not only is it prohibited to operate in any place, in any form and in any direct or indirect manner, games of chance or gambling establishments without a licence  (Article 4, 1 of the Gaming Act), but it is also prohibited to participate in illegal (ie, offered without a licence) games of chance, facilitate the ...