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Deadline for banks to return R $ 1.3 billion bets ends this Wednesday

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Briefings

Brazilian financial institutions must return approximately R$ 1.325 billion to online bettors by Thursday, October 14, 2026, following the closure of betting platforms under Federal Measure 1.394/2026. The process began on October 9, affecting roughly 26.5 million bettors, with the government tracking 86.2 million low-value accounts and 40 high-value accounts under investigation for potential money laundering. The measure was originally published on September 25, 2026, and requires congressional approval to remain in force. Awaiting the final approval, the Federal Treasury will assume any remaining cases on October 14.

Key points

• The federal government mandates that financial institutions return approximately R$ 1.325 billion to online bettors by Thursday, October 14, 2026, following the closure of betting platforms under Federal Measure 1.394/2026.
• Approximately 26.5 million bettors will receive the return, with the government tracking 86.2 million low-value accounts and 40 high-value accounts under investigation for potential money laundering.

Context

This briefing covers the mandatory restitution of online betting funds in Brazil, initiated on October 9, 2026, under Federal Measure 1.394/2026. The timeline spans from platform closure on October 6 to final distribution by October 14, with the Federal Treasury assuming unresolved cases. The measure requires congressional approval to remain active.

Limitations

The evidence is limited to the government's official announcement and does not include independent verification of the exact R$ 1.325 billion figure or the full scope of the 40 high-value accounts under investigation. The measure's final status depends on pending congressional approval, and the government's assessment of potential irregularities remains unverified.

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