Modernization and Expansion of eID.li

Since Thursday, February 20, 2025, the updated eID.li app is available for download in the Apple and Google app stores. Important note: With the new eID.li version, the biometric feature (Face ID and fingerprint) in the previous app will be disabled. Users must update to the new version and, after the first launch of the new eID.li app, re-enable biometric authentication in the settings!

Lotteries, raffles

The Gambling Act provides for two categories of lottery organizers: large-scale organizers that generate stakes of 100,000 francs or more per year and small-scale organizers.

The small-scale organizers, in turn, are divided into three subcategories:

  • Small event organizers, which generate stakes of less than 100 000 francs per year;
  • Small event organizers that generate stakes of 25 000 francs or more per year, use the stakes for non-profit or charitable purposes, and receive a significant portion of the profits free of charge;
  • Small promoters who generate stakes of less than 25 000 francs per year, who use the stakes for non-profit or charitable purposes and receive a substantial portion of the profits provided free of charge.

The commercial or public conduct of lotteries is subject to licensing.

For large-scale organizers, the Gambling Act provides for a dual licensing system in that the organizer requires on the one hand an organizer permit from the government and on the other hand for each individual game a gaming permit from the Office of National Economy. There is no legal entitlement to the granting of an organizer permit.

For small-scale organizers, the Office of National Economy issues a combined organizer and game permit. Small-scale organizers who generate stakes of less than 25 000 francs per year, who use the stakes for non-profit or charitable purposes and who receive a significant part of the profits free of charge are only subject to a notification requirement.

The organizers of a raffle must also merely report this to the Office of National Economy.

Organizers of lotteries and betting conducted online require a concession for the organization of online gambling.

The online form can be started via the link below:

Notification of lotteries, raffles and skill-based gambling

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