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Central and Eastern Europe's largest betting operator, the first Czech bookmaker since 1990
Visit Fortuna →Fortuna welcome bonus in Romania
Context for Romania: Romania's check runs the opposite way to most people's instinct, and getting it backwards is the common mistake. The ONJN publishes both a blacklist of unlicensed domains and a WHITE LIST of licensed operators - Class I for operators, Class II for suppliers - and only the white list makes play lawful. A site being absent from the blacklist proves nothing: you will probably still be able to reach it, but playing there is unlawful unless it appears on the white list. The blacklist is large and actively enforced - 1,546 domains have been ordered blocked by ISPs, and Polymarket was added on 29 October 2025. Check any operator against the Class I list at onjn.gov.ro before depositing rather than trusting a licence badge or an affiliate page, this one included. The market is also tightening fast: Law 141/2025, in force from 1 August 2025, raised the annual authorisation tax from 21% to 30% of gross gaming revenue and the minimum annual fee from EUR 400,000 to EUR 480,000; operators need a permanent establishment in Romania and, where their servers sit abroad, mirror servers on Romanian soil giving ONJN real-time access. Advertising rules are moving too - celebrity and influencer endorsements are already banned across TV, radio and social media, Bucharest is removing gambling publicity from city-controlled outdoor sites from 1 January 2026, and the regulator's 2026 agenda proposes raising the gambling age from 18 to 21 plus restricting online promotions between 06:00 and midnight.
Here is the current Fortuna welcome offer for players in Romania. Bonus terms change and are set by Fortuna for each market — always confirm the live offer on its own site. See every licensed betting site in Romania →
Pros
- Over three decades of operating history since 1990, the first Czech bookmaker
- Backed by Penta Investments, a substantial institutional owner since 2005
- Genuine per-country regulation across all its markets
- Largest gambling operator in Central and Eastern Europe
- Full product range: sportsbook, casino, live casino, lottery
Cons
- Core focus concentrated on Central and Eastern Europe
- Payment method details not fully documented in available sources
- Bonus terms and product availability vary significantly by country
- Live casino is a newer addition (2024) in some markets
Our verdict
Fortuna has a genuinely remarkable pedigree: founded in 1990 in Prague as the first Czech bookmaker, it has grown into the largest gambling operator in Central and Eastern Europe, with around 5,000-6,000 employees across the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland, Croatia, Romania and Montenegro. Since 2005, Fortuna Entertainment Group has been owned by Penta Investments, a substantial private equity backer that provides real institutional stability. Regulation is handled country by country, with a genuine Romanian licence (No. L1160665W000326, valid until 2026) alongside regulated status in each other market it serves. Fortuna's product spans pre-match and live sportsbook, online and live casino (the latter launched in Romania and Slovakia in 2024), and lottery offerings, with its Romanian operation running under the Casa Pariurilor sister brand. For bettors across its Central and Eastern European footprint, Fortuna's three-decade track record and institutional backing make it one of the more credible, established choices in this category.
How we rated it
Trust & licensing (20%)8.9
Genuine per-country regulation, including a Romanian licence (No. L1160665W000326, valid until 2026), owned by Fortuna Entertainment Group, part of Penta Investments since 2005 — real institutional backing and one of the largest, longest-established operators in Central and Eastern Europe.
Sportsbook & odds (25%)8
Pre-match and live sportsbook backed by over three decades of operating history as the first Czech bookmaker.
Customer support (10%)8
Large-scale organisation with ~5,000-6,000 employees across its regional footprint, backing extensive support infrastructure.
Mobile & UX (10%)7.7
Casino and live casino product (live casino launched 2024 in Romania/Slovakia) alongside the sportsbook and lottery offerings.
Payments & payouts (20%)7.6
Reliable regulated-market payment processing backed by a large, well-established regional group.
Bonuses & value (15%)7.4
Regulated-market welcome offers, varying by country under each market's licensing regime.
Quick facts
| Founded | 1990, in Prague — the first Czech bookmaker |
| Owner | Fortuna Entertainment Group (FEG), part of Penta Investments since 2005 |
| Licensing | Country-specific regulation, including Romania licence No. L1160665W000326 (via Bet Zone S.R.L.) |
| Sports | Pre-match and live sportsbook, over three decades of history |
| Casino | Online casino, live casino (launched 2024 in Romania/Slovakia), lottery |
| Markets | Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland, Croatia, Romania, Montenegro |
| Scale | ~5,000-6,000 employees; largest gambling operator in Central/Eastern Europe |
| Sister brand | Casa Pariurilor (Romania) |
How we verified this
Fortuna operates under country-specific licences, including a genuine Romanian licence No. L1160665W000326 (via Bet Zone S.R.L.), and regulated presence in Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland, Croatia and Montenegro. It is owned by Fortuna Entertainment Group, part of Penta Investments since 2005. Its welcome bonus varies by country and currency; confirm the current offer on Fortuna's own local site.
Where Fortuna is licensed
Fortuna appears on the official register in 4 countries. Highlighted countries have a full local review — pick yours for its welcome bonus and licence details.
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About Fortuna
Fortuna is a sportsbook and casino founded in 1990 in Prague, the first Czech bookmaker, and has grown into the largest gambling operator in Central and Eastern Europe. It is owned by Fortuna Entertainment Group (FEG), part of Penta Investments since 2005. Fortuna operates under country-specific licences, including a genuine Romanian licence (No. L1160665W000326, via Bet Zone S.R.L.), across the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland, Croatia, Romania and Montenegro. With around 5,000-6,000 employees, Fortuna offers a full sportsbook, online and live casino (live casino launched 2024 in Romania and Slovakia), and lottery products, with its Romanian operation running under the sister brand Casa Pariurilor.
Fortuna FAQ
Is Fortuna safe and legit?
Yes — Fortuna operates under genuine country-specific licences, including a Romanian licence (No. L1160665W000326), and is owned by Fortuna Entertainment Group, part of Penta Investments since 2005 — a large, established institutional backer.
How long has Fortuna been operating?
Fortuna was founded in 1990 in Prague, making it the first Czech bookmaker, with over three decades of operating history.
Which countries does Fortuna operate in?
Fortuna operates across the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland, Croatia, Romania and Montenegro, and is the largest gambling operator in Central and Eastern Europe.
What is the Fortuna welcome bonus?
Fortuna offers a new-customer welcome bonus that varies by country. Always check the current offer on Fortuna's own local site.
Does Fortuna have a different brand name in Romania?
Yes, Fortuna's Romanian operation runs under the sister brand Casa Pariurilor.