Belgium's Gaming Commission has released technical guidance to support the implementation of EPIS (Exclusion of Problem gamblers Information System) checks at newsagents, ahead of new rules taking effect on 1 May 2026.
Certification Requirements for EPIS Systems
The upcoming legislation mandates that EPIS checks must be conducted using suitable computer systems installed on devices and certified by institutions accredited under Title 2 of Book VIII of the Code of Economic Law. The Gaming Commission's Technical Evaluations Department will provide supervision throughout this process.
Certification Deadline
All EPIS systems at newsagents must be certified by accredited institutions under Title 2 of Book VIII of the Code of Economic Law before the mandatory implementation date of 1 May 2026.
Industry Consultation Process
Following requests from the newspaper trade sector, the Gaming Commission's secretariat developed comprehensive technical documentation to streamline the certification process. The guidance emerged after sector consultation, which gathered industry feedback on a provisional note published earlier.
Technical Documentation Available
The Gaming Commission has developed comprehensive technical documentation following industry consultation to streamline the certification process for newsagents implementing EPIS checks.
Regulatory Framework Ahead
The new requirements represent Belgium's continued expansion of responsible gambling controls beyond traditional gaming venues. Newsagents will need to ensure their systems meet certification standards before the May 2026 deadline, with accredited institutions handling the technical validation process under Gaming Commission oversight.
This development follows Belgium's decision to mandate EPIS system requirements for newspaper retailers with F2 licences, as part of the country's broader regulatory framework expansion.
According to Belgian Gaming Commission.
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