Chile’s land-based casino sector reported a decline in both tax revenue and visitor numbers at the end of 2025, according to official data. Casinos licensed under Law 19.995 contributed a total of 194,214 million Chilean pesos in taxes, marking a 4.7% decrease compared with 2024, amid lower gaming revenue and reduced visits.
In 2025, the gross gaming revenue from the 22 licensed casinos reached 509,826 million Chilean pesos, representing a real-terms decrease of 4.5% year-on-year. Visitor numbers also declined, with 926,873 visits recorded throughout the year down 7.2% compared with the previous period. However, those who did visit tended to spend more, with the average spend per visit rising by 3.3% to 86,019 Chilean pesos.
Tax receipts were composed of multiple elements, including a specific gaming tax that is shared equally between regional and local governments, value-added tax (VAT) on gaming revenue, and entrance taxes levied on casino patrons. These funds play an important role in supporting municipal and national budgets.
In contrast to the broader downward trend, the three casinos operating under municipal concessions reported a slight increase in gross gaming revenue, with a nominal growth of 0.5% compared with 2024. The mixed performance highlights the evolving landscape of Chile’s land-based gaming sector as it adapts to changing consumer behavior and economic conditions.
