Lula Signs 3% Betting Levy for Federal Police

What Does the New Betting Law Say?

President Lula has signed PLV (Projeto de Lei de Conversão) No. 8/2026 into law. The legislation mandates that 3% of all revenue collected from fixed-odds sports betting operations must be transferred to a dedicated fund managed by the Federal Police (Polícia Federal, PF).

Why Does This Matter for the Betting Sector?

Brazil's regulated sports betting market — commonly known as the "bets" market — has grown rapidly since federal licensing began. This new levy adds a direct public-safety contribution on top of existing taxes and licensing fees that operators already pay to the federal government.

How Will the Federal Police Use These Funds?

The law directs the 3% share specifically to a Federal Police fund. While the exact operational priorities were not detailed in the signed text, PF funds are typically used for investigations, equipment, personnel and enforcement actions — including operations targeting illegal gambling and financial crimes.

What Does This Mean for Operators and Bettors?

Licensed betting platforms operating in Brazil will need to account for this additional 3% allocation in their financial planning. For bettors, no direct fee or change in odds is mandated by the law itself, though operators may factor the cost into their business models over time.

What Is the Broader Context?

The Brazilian government has been tightening regulation of the fixed-odds betting sector throughout 2025 and into 2026, focusing on consumer protection, anti-money-laundering compliance and now public-security funding. This law signals that the sector is expected to contribute directly to law-enforcement capacity.