Buenos Aires Province Institute of Lottery and Casinos (IPLyC)

History and Mission

IPLyC was established as a state entity to centralise the management of all gambling-related activities in the Province of Buenos Aires. Its mission is to ensure the integrity and fairness of gaming operations while maximising the social return on gambling revenues. The institute derives its authority from provincial legislation and operates under the oversight of the Buenos Aires Ministry of Economy.

Regulatory Role

As the provincial regulator, IPLyC sets the legal framework for both land-based and online gambling. It issues licenses, enforces technical standards, conducts audits, and ensures compliance with responsible gaming protocols. The institute collaborates with the Argentine State Lotteries Association (ALEA) and the World Lottery Association (WLA) to align its practices with international best practices. A key recent initiative has been the strengthening of identity controls for online gaming, requiring operators to implement robust KYC measures to combat fraud and underage access.

Products and Services

IPLyC oversees a diverse portfolio of gaming products: it administers traditional provincial lotteries such as Quini 6, Loto, and Brinco, sold through authorised agencies; directly manages land-based casinos with table games and slot machines; licenses and regulates private online gambling platforms; and oversees horse betting agencies, which were recently authorised to register bettors for online gambling.

Recent Developments

In 2022, IPLyC updated regulations to allow racecourses to grant betting licenses. By 2024, the online gaming sector had contributed over ARS 89 billion in taxes. In 2025, the institute strengthened identity verification controls for online gaming. In 2026, Stake launched under an IPLyC license, and horse racing agencies were authorised to register online bettors, responding to a request from the Argentine Chamber of Turf Agencies.

Headquarters and Structure

IPLyC is headquartered in La Plata, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina. As a government-controlled entity, it does not publicly disclose its headcount. The institute is led by a board of directors appointed by the provincial government.