Germany's OASIS Tour sees record self-exclusion requests after digital reforms
Germany's nationwide exclusion register, OASIS Tour, handles billions of verification checks each year. The system now holds nearly 367,000 active exclusions, covering both online and land-based gambling operators. Recent reforms have made it easier to apply for self-exclusion, leading to a sharp increase in new requests.
In 2025, authorities processed almost 60,000 new exclusion applications—a significant rise. The jump follows administrative changes that allow fully digital, paperless submissions. Under the Fourth Interstate Gambling Treaty, OASIS Tour enforces these bans across all licensed operators, ensuring consistency nationwide.
The register supports both self-initiated and operator-requested exclusions. Participants can block themselves for set periods or indefinitely, preventing access to all regulated gambling venues and platforms. With around 9,000 licensed operators and 41,000 venues linked to the system, OASIS Tour acts as a central gatekeeper.
Beyond its practical function, the register symbolises the state's focus on harm prevention. Meanwhile, the Regional Council of Darmstadt is tightening oversight rules and technical safeguards. These updates aim to strengthen data protection and system reliability.
Germany is also reviewing its broader gambling laws. While advertising restrictions remain the top priority, discussions include structural adjustments to the existing framework.
OASIS Tour now processes over 5.2 billion verification requests annually. The system's expansion reflects growing demand for self-exclusion tools, driven by streamlined digital processes. As regulatory reviews continue, further changes to oversight and enforcement may follow.
