If you or someone you know needs support with gambling-related issues, helplines and resources are available across Europe. The list below provides contact details for support services in European countries.
Please note: We aim for this list to be as complete and up-to-date as possible. If you have suggestions for edits to the information or services that should be included on this list, then please contact us.
Confidential assistance in your local language from trained professionals who understand gambling-related issues. These services provide support, counselling, and resources for recovery. Many of these helplines are government funded, either fully or partially, and some are industry funded.
Many European countries offer national self-exclusion systems that allow you to block yourself from all licensed gambling operators in that country with a single registration. This provides an immediate barrier between you and gambling sites when you need time to regain control.
Remember: Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Every call is confidential, and support is available whether you’re concerned about your own gambling or that of a friend or family member.
| Name | Telephone | Website | Self-exclusion system | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spielerschutzstelle (BMF) | N/A | bmf.gv.at | N/A |
N/A |
| Spielsuchthilfe | +43 (1) 544 13 57 | spielsuchthilfe.at | N/A |
| Name | Telephone | Website | Self-exclusion system | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOS Gokken (NL) | 0800 35 777 | gokhulp.be | ||
| Jouers Aide (FR) | 0800 35 777 | joueurs.aide-en-ligne.be | ||
| Clinique du Jeu | +32 (0) 2 477 27 77 | cliniquedujeu.be | ||
| Drug Lign (NL) | +32 (0) 78 15 10 20 | druglijn.be |
| Name | Telephone | Website | Self-exclusion system | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Helpline | 0888 991 866 | drugsinfo-bg.org |
| Name | Telephone | Website | Self-exclusion system | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Helpline for Gambling | 1454 | safergambling.gov.cy | ||
| National Addictions Authority | 1422 | naac.org.cy |
| Name | Telephone | Website | Self-exclusion system | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Naberte Kurz | +42 0 777 477 877 | nabertekurz.cz | ||
| Narodni Linka Pro Odvykani | +42 0 800 350 000 | chciodvykat.cz |
| Name | Telephone | Website | Self-exclusion system | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stop Spillet | +45 70 22 28 25 | stopspillet.dk |
| Name | Telephone | Website | Self-exclusion system | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peluuri | 0800 100 101 | peluuri.fi | N/A |
N/A |
| Name | Telephone | Website | Self-exclusion system | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joueurs Info Service | 09 74 75 13 13 | joueurs-info-service.fr | ||
| SOS Joueurs | 09 69 39 55 12 | sosjoueurs.org |
| Name | Telephone | Website | Self-exclusion system | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bundesinstitut für Öffentliche Gesundheit | 0800 137 27 00 | check-dein-spiel.de | ||
| Fachverband Glücksspielsucht | 0800 077 66 11 | gluecksspielsucht.de | ||
| Landeskoordinierungsstellen (Buwei) | N/A | buwei.de |
| Name | Telephone | Website | Self-exclusion system | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kethea | 1114 / +30 210 924 1993 | kethea.gr | N/A |
N/A |
| Name | Telephone | Website | Self-exclusion system | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Helpline | 1800 936 725 | gamblingcare.ie | N/A |
N/A |
| Name | Telephone | Website | Self-exclusion system | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Helpline | 800 558 822 | usciredalgioco.iss.it |
| Name | Telephone | Website | Self-exclusion system | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Helpline | +371 67 504 966 | iaui.gov.lv |
| Name | Telephone | Website | Self-exclusion system | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Helpline | +370 5 233 6241 / +370 5 219 6630 | lpt.lrv.lt |
| Name | Telephone | Website | Self-exclusion system | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le Zenter fir exzessiivt Verhalen a Verhalenssucht (ZEV) | +352 26 48 00 38 | zev.lu | N/A |
N/A |
| Name | Telephone | Website | Self-exclusion system | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Helpline | 1777 | rgf.org.mt |
| Name | Telephone | Website | Self-exclusion system | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OpenOverGokken | 0800 24 000 22 | openovergokken.nl |
| Name | Telephone | Website | Self-exclusion system | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hjelpelinjen | 800 800 40 | hjelpelinjen.no | N/A |
N/A |
| Name | Telephone | Website | Self-exclusion system | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kryzysowy Telefon Zaufania | 116 123 | 116sos.pl | N/A |
N/A |
| Instytut Psychologii Zdrowia | 801 889 880 | psychologia.edu.pl | N/A |
| Name | Telephone | Website | Self-exclusion system | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joc Responsabil | 0800 800 099 | jocresponsabil.ro |
| Name | Telephone | Website | Self-exclusion system | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Special Hospital for Addiction Diseases | +381 11 3671 429 / +381 11 2662 727 | drajzerova.org.rs | N/A |
N/A |
| Name | Telephone | Website | Self-exclusion system | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Helpline | 0800 131 000 | urhh.sk |
| Name | Telephone | Website | Self-exclusion system | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Addiction Treatment Center | 05 338 32 65 | zd-go.si | N/A |
N/A |
| Name | Telephone | Website | Self-exclusion system | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fejar | 900 200 225 | fejar.org |
| Name | Telephone | Website | Self-exclusion system | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stödlinjen | 020 81 91 00 | stodlinjen.se | ||
| Spelfriheten | 08 37 43 00 | spelfriheten.se |
| Name | Telephone | Website | Self-exclusion system | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOS Spielsucht | 0800 040 080 | sos-spielsucht.ch |
| Name | Telephone | Website | Self-exclusion system | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GamCare | 0808 8020 133 | gamcare.org.uk |
If your country doesn’t have a dedicated helpline or you need additional support, many international organisations offer help:
Blocking Software
If your country doesn’t have a national self-exclusion register, or if you want additional protection across all gambling sites, BetBlocker provides free software that blocks access to thousands of gambling websites and apps. It’s quick to install, works on Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android devices, and can be configured to block gambling sites for any period you choose.
Visit betblocker.org to download the free software and take control of your online gambling access immediately.
Important Notes
Disclaimer: The information above is compiled and shared in good faith as a resource for those seeking support with gambling-related issues. These support services are typically operated by government agencies, health organisations, and support groups across Europe. EGBA has no formal relationship with these services, and these services have no affiliation with EGBA. The inclusion of a support service in the above list does not constitute endorsement, verification, or qualification by EGBA. We encourage anyone seeking help to contact these services directly to learn more about the support they offer.