Gambling taxes for your winnings are no longer exempt. Whereas you happen to are a U.S. citizen you owe Uncle Sam a portion, regardless if obtained here or in a foreign places country. The IRS considers all playing winnings taxable profits, even when it is an quantity that does now not win reported to the IRS by the payer, treasure that $20 take on a scratch off ticket, or a lucky $250 when your numbers hit, even a $1,000 jackpot for your current slot machine. Sadly, playing taxes are due.