Extremadura exceeds annual forecast for the online gambling tax in 2026
Intervención General closes figures to 30/09/2026; online tax 29.8% above estimate
Key Takeaways
- The Government of Extremadura collected €21.23 million in gambling taxes to 30 September 2026.
- The Tax on Activities of Gambling (concept 230) yielded €4,930,581.88 to that date, 29.8% above the €3,800,000 forecast.
- In-person gambling fees (concept 300) reached €16,300,753.40, 78.5% of the €20,750,000 annual target.
- About €4.4 million in in-person fees remain outstanding to meet the 2026 budget forecast.
The Government of Extremadura collected €21.23 million in gambling-related taxes at the close of Q3 2026, according to budget execution data published by the Intervención General with figures closed to 30 September 2026. The Tax on Activities of Gambling (concept 230) recorded net receipts of €4,930,581.88 to that date, versus an initial full-year forecast of €3,800,000, meaning collections exceeded the annual estimate by 29,8% — about €1,130,581.88 above the forecast.
Breakdown by concepts
The report distinguishes between the tax on gambling activities and fees for in-person activity. Concept 230 corresponds to the Tax on Activities of Gambling and reflects the figure cited: €4,930,581.88 as of 30 September.
Concept 300, referring to fees on in-person gambling, had an initial forecast of €20,750,000 for 2026. As of 30 September, net receipts recorded for this concept amounted to €16,300,753.40, 78,5% of the annual target, with just over €4.4 million pending to meet the budget forecast for the year. This item covers taxation of casinos, bingo halls and authorised gaming machines.
Upcoming milestones
The closing of the 2026 fiscal year will show the final outcome for both items and whether in-person fees meet the annual forecast. The data cited come from the Intervención General with figures as of 30 September 2026. For regulatory context on the tax, consult the [regulation](/regulation) section of the publication via [regulation](/regulation).
Frequently Asked Questions
How much did Extremadura collect from the online gambling tax to 30 September 2026?
Extremadura collected €4,930,581.88 from the Tax on Activities of Gambling (concept 230) to 30 September 2026, according to budget execution data published by the Intervención General closed to that date.
What portion of the annual forecast do in-person gambling fees represent in 2026?
In-person gambling fees (concept 300) represented 78.5% of their annual forecast as of 30 September 2026, with net receipts of €16,300,753.40 against a forecast of €20,750,000.
What is the difference between the forecast and actual online tax receipts in 2026?
Actual online tax receipts exceeded the forecast by approximately €1,130,581.88 to 30 September 2026, equivalent to 29.8% above the initial estimate of €3,800,000.
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