The resolution explicitly establishes code 34045 for classifying gaming and betting transactions and implements specific regulatory controls for online betting platforms, including foreign exchange traceability measures.
The update addresses financial infrastructure and payment processing rules that apply broadly to digital gambling transactions, including restrictions on virtual assets and transaction limits.
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The update establishes a specific transaction code (34045) for classifying online betting transactions and implements comprehensive restrictions on payment flows to betting platforms, including limits on digital payments, virtual asset prohibitions, and foreign exchange controls.
The prohibition on virtual assets (cryptoassets) in betting-related transactions and the restrictions on payment methods constitute controls on virtual currency use in gambling payments.
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The Central Bank has created a unique code for international transfers linked to betting. Learn about the new rules and deadlines.
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TITLE: Brazil's Central Bank Establishes Exclusive Code for Online Betting Transactions and Modifies Foreign Exchange Rules
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On May 5, 2026, the Central Bank of Brazil (BCB) published Resolution BCB No. 561/2026 in the Official Gazette of the Union (DOU), establishing new regulatory requirements for international payment and transfer services (eFX) and creating specific controls for online betting transactions.
The resolution introduces code 34045 for classifying gaming and betting transactions, effective from October 1, 2026. This measure aims to enhance traceability of foreign currency flows directed to fixed-odds betting platforms. The regulation implements several restrictions on digital transactions: purchases of goods and services through digital payment solutions without e-commerce integration are limited to US$10, as are transfers related to investments in financial and securities markets. The resolution prohibits the use of virtual assets (cryptoassets) in these transactions. Funds sent by users to eFX providers must be deposited through accounts held in the user's own name via bank slip or equivalent payment instruments, limited to R$1,000 with no reloading permitted. Payment or receipt between eFX service providers and foreign counterparts must occur exclusively through foreign exchange or Brazilian real accounts of non-residents. The regulation also prohibits offsetting of amounts received and delivered by service providers.
Institutions providing eFX services must register this modality in the Unicad System by October 30, 2026. Providers not authorized as payment institutions (electronic money issuers or acquirers) must request Central Bank authorization by May 2027, with failure to obtain authorization resulting in cessation of activities. The resolution updates Annex V of BCB Resolution No. 277/2022.
**Reference:** Central Bank of Brazil Resolution BCB No. 561/2026, Official Gazette of the Union (DOU), May 5, 2026.
Central Bank creates exclusive code for online betting and changes eFX rules - BNLData Central Bank creates exclusive code for online betting and changes eFX rules. BNL The 05.05.26 By: Magno Jose Share: -A + A Resolution BCB No. 561 establishes code 34045 for gaming transactions starting in October 2026 and limits digital purchases to US$10. The Central Bank of Brazil published in the Official Gazette of the Union – DOU this Tuesday (5), the BCB Resolution No. 561/2026 , modifying the regulation of the international payment or transfer service ( eFX The regulation creates a unique code for operations related to games and betting. The changes establish controls over cross-border financial flows and define transparency requirements for institutions authorized to operate in the sector. The document updates Annex V of BCB Resolution No. 277/2022. From October 1, 2026, transactions intended for games and betting must be classified under code 34045. This measure aims to provide greater traceability to the flows of foreign currency directed to fixed-odds betting platforms. Limits for purchases and investments The acquisition of goods and services through a digital payment solution. eFX Transfers without integration into an e-commerce platform are limited to US$10. The same limit applies to transfers related to investments in the financial and securities markets. Payment or receipt between the service provider of eFX and its counterpart abroad must occur exclusively through foreign exchange or Brazilian real accounts of non-residents. The regulation expressly prohibits the use of virtual assets (cryptoassets) in these transactions. The resources sent by the sending user to the provider of eFX Payments must be made through deposit or payment accounts held in the user's own name. Transfers can be made via bank slip or other payment instrument limited to R$ 1.000,00, with no possibility of reloading. The resolution prohibits the offsetting of amounts received and delivered by the service provider. Timelines for compliance The institutions that provide the service of eFX Providers must include this modality in the Unicad System by October 30, 2026. Providers not authorized as payment institutions (electronic money issuer or acquirer) have until May 2027 to request authorization from the Central Bank. Failure to obtain authorization will result in the cessation of activities. Payment platforms and their partners will need to adapt their international transaction reporting and classification systems to ensure... compliance and confidentiality with the Exchange System. Comment with Facebook Results of the CAIXA Lottery Mega-Sena lottery draw 3003: 08 - 24 - 27 - 37 - 47 - 55 Lottery draw 3004: Prize R$ 8 million Lotofácil contest 3675: 02 - 03 - 04 - 05 - 07 08 - 10 - 12 - 13 - 15 17 - 18 - 19 - 23 - 24 Contest 3676: Prize R$ 2 M Most read See also... TCU changes rule on irregular use of CPF (Brazilian taxpayer ID) of Bolsa Família beneficiaries. The wholesale sector presents Alckmin with proposals against gambling — especially illegal gambling — in Brazil. Government publishes in Extra Edition of the Official Gazette a debt renegotiation program with a ban on betting for beneficiaries. The Finance Minister admits that betting contributes to indebtedness, but is not its sole or main cause. Desenrola 2.0 ignores illegal betting market, ANJL assesses. Lula's government launches Desenrola 2.0 with CPF blocking at betting sites. It's not just in Brazil: see how other countries are tightening the noose around prediction markets.