Brazil New Levy Proposed: PL Antifacção Includes Extra Tax on Betting (“Bets”)

Brazil – December 05, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com  A new bill in the Senate proposes a special contribution (Cide) on online betting platforms — “Bets” — aiming to raise funds for the fight against organized crime. The scheme estimates an annual revenue of up to BRL 30 billion for public security financing, reviving the debate over balancing taxation and the sustainability of the regulated betting market.

Overview
The rapporteur of the PL Antifacção delivered his final report on December 3. Among the measures proposed is the establishment of a new tax burden on betting — a dedicated Cide for bets. If approved without changes, revenues would feed the National Public Security Fund (FNSP), strengthening resources for law enforcement and state security initiatives.

This proposal surfaces amid a booming gambling sector in Brazil: increasing transaction volumes, rising publicity, and growing investor interest. Simultaneously, authorities intensify efforts to tackle money laundering, illegal financial flows, and organized crime linked to betting operations.

Details / Context
The bill consolidates previous legislative and executive proposals. It enhances penalties for criminal organizations and adds broader powers for control and intervention. The new tax on bets is one such mechanism, intended to channel resources toward security and public order financing.

The Cide-Bets would stand on top of existing contributions on gross gaming revenue that betting platforms already pay or expect. Imposing an additional levy raises serious concerns about profitability, investment climate, and the attractiveness of operating legally. It may increase operational costs significantly or drive bettors away.

Key Subtopics

• Economic / Fiscal
The new levy could yield substantial revenue for the state, especially given projected growth of the sector. However, for licensed operators, it threatens to erode margins, raise costs, and reduce investments. The burden may be transferred partially to users, or incentivize migration to unregulated platforms.

• Regulatory / Institutional
The proposal aims to provide significant funding for security and crime-fighting efforts through the regulated gambling sector. Yet, excessive taxation risks undermining the formal market, creating distortions between legal operators and illicit ones — and complicating oversight and compliance.

• Risk of Illegal Market Growth
Heavy tax burdens can drive players toward unlicensed, unregulated platforms lacking transparency, anti-money laundering controls, or consumer protections. That outcome would counteract regulatory efforts and increase illicit activity linked to betting.

Future Outlook
The fate of the PL Antifacção will determine whether Brazil pursues a heavily taxed regulated market or a balanced, competitive regulated betting environment. Approval of the Cide-Bets without compensatory measures could shrink the formal market. Conversely, combining the levy with strong regulation, transparency, and oversight could make the revenue stream a new pillar for security funding.

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