UK

No taxation on gambling. 

 

USA

Gambling winnings are considered income in the US by state and federal governments. US federal law requires that all casinos issue a tax declaration form for slot machine winnings of $1,200 or more, and for keno winnings of $1,400 or more. US citizens are required to report all winnings when filing their annual income-tax report. 

 

The Casinos

The casinos are required to ask for your name, address, social security number, and positive identification, and then they will issue the tax form. Before the casino gives any winnings, you are asked to sign a statement that says that they will pay all the required taxes.