JURISDICTION DIRECTORY
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Alderney
Alderney Gambling Control Commission
Compact Crown Dependency licence with a respected B2B reputation, an efficient regulator, and a lighter administrative footprint than Malta or Gibraltar.
- Timeline
- 14–20 weeks
- Markets
- Global ex-restricted
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Gibraltar
Gibraltar Regulatory Authority
Selective licensing reserved for established operators with a solid track record. Low gaming tax and strong UK adjacency make it attractive for tier-one groups.
- Timeline
- 4–6 months (typical)
- Markets
- UK and selected EEA markets
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Guernsey
Guernsey Gambling Control Commission
Guernsey eGambling Licence — niche Crown Dependency framework strong for B2B, e-wallet, and ancillary service models.
- Timeline
- 14–22 weeks
- Markets
- Global ex-restricted
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Isle of Man
Gambling Supervision Commission
A long-established Crown Dependency license favoured by B2B platforms and white-label operators. Pragmatic regulator, low gaming tax, strong banking ecosystem.
- Timeline
- 3–5 months (typical)
- Markets
- Global; B2B-friendly
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Jersey
Jersey Gambling Commission
Jersey Gambling Commission licence — boutique Crown Dependency option for smaller operators and B2B suppliers wanting a credible Channel-Islands base.
- Timeline
- 14–22 weeks
- Markets
- Global ex-restricted
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Malta
Malta Gaming Authority
The default tier-one license for European-facing operators. Long history, well-understood compliance bar, EU passport for cross-border activity.
- Timeline
- 4–6 months (typical)
- Markets
- EU + EEA passporting; selective rest-of-world
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
United Kingdom
UK Gambling Commission
The strictest license to obtain and the only credible route to UK players. Highest scrutiny on source-of-funds, beneficial ownership, and player-protection design.
- Timeline
- 6–9 months (typical)
- Markets
- United Kingdom only
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Belgium
Kansspelcommissie / Commission des Jeux de Hasard
Belgian Gaming Commission licence — strict A+/B+/F1+/F2+ category structure with one of the most restrictive advertising regimes in Europe.
- Timeline
- 20–32 weeks
- Markets
- Belgium
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Bulgaria
National Revenue Agency (NRA)
Bulgarian National Revenue Agency (NRA) online gambling licence — used as an EU-base by some operators, lower prestige than western EU.
- Timeline
- 20–28 weeks
- Markets
- Bulgaria
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Croatia
Ministry of Finance
Croatian Ministry of Finance online gambling licence — EU jurisdiction with limited licensee base and growing regulator scrutiny.
- Timeline
- 16–24 weeks
- Markets
- Croatia
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Czech Republic
Ministry of Finance / General Financial Directorate
Czech Ministry of Finance basic and comprehensive online gambling licences — stable framework, mid-tier demand, EU-grade reputation.
- Timeline
- 16–24 weeks
- Markets
- Czech Republic
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Denmark
Spillemyndigheden
Spillemyndigheden-issued Danish licence — transparent, well-documented process with mandatory ROFUS self-exclusion integration.
- Timeline
- 12–20 weeks
- Markets
- Denmark
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Estonia
Maksu- ja Tolliamet
Estonian Tax and Customs Board (EMTA) Activity Licence — efficient regulator, smaller market, well-suited to platform suppliers.
- Timeline
- 12–18 weeks
- Markets
- Estonia
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
France
Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ-FR)
Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ) French licence — sports betting and poker only; online casino remains prohibited.
- Timeline
- 16–28 weeks
- Markets
- France
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Germany
GGL (Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder)
GGL-issued German licence under the 2021 Glücksspielstaatsvertrag — large market, slot-only constraint, mandatory OASIS self-exclusion.
- Timeline
- 32–52 weeks
- Markets
- Germany
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Greece
Hellenic Gaming Commission (EEEP)
Hellenic Gaming Commission (EEEP) Greek licence — re-regulated 2021 with separate online casino and sportsbook licences.
- Timeline
- 20–32 weeks
- Markets
- Greece
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Italy
Agenzia delle Dogane e dei Monopoli (ADM)
Agenzia delle Dogane e dei Monopoli (ADM) Italian concession — large market, periodic concession tenders, capped licensee count.
- Timeline
- Tender-cycle dependent
- Markets
- Italy
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Latvia
Izložu un azartspēļu uzraudzības inspekcija
Latvian Gaming and Lottery Inspectorate (IAUI) online gambling licence — small market, efficient process, Baltic tier-2 player base.
- Timeline
- 14–22 weeks
- Markets
- Latvia
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Lithuania
Lošimų priežiūros tarnyba
Lithuanian Gaming Control Authority licence — efficient process, small market, useful for Baltic regional plays.
- Timeline
- 14–22 weeks
- Markets
- Lithuania
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Netherlands
Kansspelautoriteit
Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) Dutch licence — opened 2021, strict AML and affordability framework, mandatory CRUKS self-exclusion integration.
- Timeline
- 26–40 weeks
- Markets
- Netherlands
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Poland
Ministry of Finance (casino: state monopoly)
Polish framework — third-party online sports betting open under Ministry of Finance; online casino remains state monopoly via Totalizator Sportowy.
- Timeline
- 20–32 weeks
- Markets
- Poland
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Portugal
Serviço de Regulação e Inspeção de Jogos (SRIJ)
SRIJ Portuguese licence — fully regulated since 2015, tractable process, smaller market where betting is taxed on turnover rather than GGR.
- Timeline
- 16–24 weeks
- Markets
- Portugal
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Romania
Oficiul Național pentru Jocuri de Noroc (ONJN)
ONJN-issued Romanian Class 1 (B2C) and Class 2 (B2B) licences — growing market with EU-grade reputation and a layered tax structure that stacks GGR- and turnover-based components.
- Timeline
- 16–24 weeks
- Markets
- Romania
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Slovakia
Ministry of Finance
Slovak Ministry of Finance online gambling licence — EU jurisdiction, smaller market, neighbours Czechia and Hungary.
- Timeline
- 16–24 weeks
- Markets
- Slovakia
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Spain
Dirección General de Ordenación del Juego (DGOJ)
DGOJ Spanish licence — General Licence plus Individual Activity Licences for casino, betting, bingo, and poker. Stable and well-documented.
- Timeline
- 16–28 weeks
- Markets
- Spain
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Sweden
Spelinspektionen
Spelinspektionen-issued Swedish licence — re-regulated 2019, strict bonus and RG rules, mandatory SPELPAUS self-exclusion integration.
- Timeline
- 16–24 weeks
- Markets
- Sweden
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Anjouan
Anjouan Offshore Finance Authority
An emerging tier-three alternative to Curaçao with the fastest path-to-launch we work with. Suited to crypto-native challenger brands willing to plan a banking story carefully.
- Timeline
- 4–8 weeks (typical)
- Markets
- Global excluding restricted markets
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Antigua & Barbuda
Antigua & Barbuda Gambling Authority
Antigua & Barbuda Interactive Wagering Licence — long-running offshore option with a WTO-recognised dispute-resolution legacy.
- Timeline
- 10–16 weeks
- Markets
- Global ex-restricted
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Bahamas
Gaming Board for The Bahamas
Bahamas Interactive Operator Licence — limited online uptake; Gaming Board for The Bahamas issues a niche framework.
- Timeline
- 16–24 weeks
- Markets
- Global ex-restricted
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Barbados
Barbados Gaming Authority
Barbados online gaming licence — niche framework under recent gaming amendment legislation.
- Timeline
- 16–24 weeks
- Markets
- Global ex-restricted
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Belize
Belize Gaming Control Board / IFSC
Belize Gaming Control Board / IFSC online licence — entry-level offshore option with limited PSP and bank acceptance.
- Timeline
- 8–14 weeks
- Markets
- Global ex-restricted
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Curaçao
Curaçao Gaming Control Board
The Caribbean tier-three workhorse. The 2024 LOK regime tightened standards, especially around player protection, AML, and operator substance — but the route to a live brand is still measured in weeks rather than months.
- Timeline
- 6–10 weeks (typical)
- Markets
- Global excluding restricted markets (e.g. UK, US, NL)
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Kahnawake
Kahnawake Gaming Commission
An indigenous regulator established in 1996 with a long track record in poker and casino. A practical alternative to Curaçao for North-America-leaning operators.
- Timeline
- 8–12 weeks (typical)
- Markets
- North America-friendly; selective LATAM
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Panama
Junta de Control de Juegos (JCJ)
Junta de Control de Juegos (JCJ) International Online Gaming Licence — dual-use for domestic and international operators.
- Timeline
- 16–24 weeks
- Markets
- Global ex-restricted (international model)
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Vanuatu
Vanuatu Financial Services Commission
Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC) Online Gaming Licence — ultra-offshore, minimal framework, low prestige.
- Timeline
- 8–12 weeks
- Markets
- Global ex-restricted
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
United States — Connecticut
Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection
Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection online casino and sports-wagering licence — tribal-compact-based, limited third-party operators.
- Timeline
- 9–14 months
- Markets
- Connecticut only
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
United States — Delaware
Delaware Lottery / Division of Gaming Enforcement
Delaware Lottery Division online casino — state-operated framework with limited third-party access.
- Timeline
- Limited third-party access
- Markets
- Delaware only
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
United States — Michigan
Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB)
Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) iGaming and sports-betting licence — fastest-growing US iGaming state with significant tribal compact components.
- Timeline
- 8–12 months
- Markets
- Michigan only
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
United States — New Jersey
Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE)
New Jersey DGE Internet Casino and Sports Wagering Licences — the gold standard for US iGaming, with the largest and most mature state market.
- Timeline
- 9–14 months
- Markets
- New Jersey only
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
United States — New York
NYS Gaming Commission (sportsbook only; iGaming pending)
New York State Gaming Commission Mobile Sports Wagering Licence — sports-betting-only market with a tightly capped licensee pool; iGaming casino bill pending.
- Timeline
- 9–14 months
- Markets
- New York only
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
United States — Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB)
Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) Interactive Gaming licence — second-largest US iGaming market by GGR, and in practice a multi-state play rather than a standalone one.
- Timeline
- 10–16 months
- Markets
- Pennsylvania only
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
United States — Rhode Island
Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation
Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation iGaming and sports-wagering licence — small but operational US online casino market.
- Timeline
- 9–14 months
- Markets
- Rhode Island only
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
United States — West Virginia
West Virginia Lottery Commission
West Virginia Lottery Commission online casino and sports-wagering licence — smaller but established US iGaming market.
- Timeline
- 8–14 months
- Markets
- West Virginia only
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Canada — Ontario
Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) / iGaming Ontario
Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) registration plus iGaming Ontario operator agreement — Canada's only open third-party iGaming market.
- Timeline
- 6–10 months
- Markets
- Ontario only
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Argentina — Buenos Aires City
LOTBA
LOTBA online gaming licence (City of Buenos Aires) — complementary to IPLyC for full Buenos Aires metropolitan coverage.
- Timeline
- 20–32 weeks
- Markets
- City of Buenos Aires
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Argentina — Buenos Aires Province
IPLyC (Instituto Provincial de Lotería y Casinos)
IPLyC provincial online gaming licence (Buenos Aires Province) — single largest Argentine gambling market, well-structured online regime.
- Timeline
- 20–32 weeks
- Markets
- Buenos Aires Province
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Brazil
SPA — Secretaria de Prêmios e Apostas (Ministry of Finance)
SPA-issued Brazilian Bets concession — framework opened 2025; a single concession covers up to three brands for a five-year term in a 215-million-person market.
- Timeline
- 20–32 weeks
- Markets
- Brazil
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Colombia
Coljuegos
Coljuegos online gaming concession — pioneer LatAm regulated market since 2016 with strong track record and clear template.
- Timeline
- 16–28 weeks
- Markets
- Colombia
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Mexico
Dirección General de Juegos y Sorteos (DGJS, Segob)
DGJS / SEGOB Permiso para Explotación — federal Mexican gambling permit; large market with moderate political and regulatory risk.
- Timeline
- 24–40 weeks
- Markets
- Mexico
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Peru
MINCETUR
MINCETUR online casino and sports betting licence under Law 30830 — one of LatAm's newest regulated frameworks.
- Timeline
- 16–28 weeks
- Markets
- Peru
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Uruguay
Dirección General de Casinos
Uruguayan Dirección General de Casinos online gaming framework — limited operational online-specific permits as of 2026.
- Timeline
- Limited / pending
- Markets
- Uruguay
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Ghana
Gaming Commission of Ghana
Gaming Commission of Ghana online betting and casino licence — growing West African market with improving framework.
- Timeline
- 14–24 weeks
- Markets
- Ghana
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Kenya
Betting Control and Licensing Board (BCLB)
Betting Control and Licensing Board (BCLB) Kenyan online bookmaker, casino, and pool-betting licences — well-established mobile-money market.
- Timeline
- 12–20 weeks
- Markets
- Kenya
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Mauritius
Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRA)
Mauritius Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRA) B2C and B2B licences — credible African B2B hub with FSC financial-services overlay.
- Timeline
- 16–24 weeks
- Markets
- Mauritius + export model
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Nigeria
National Lottery Regulatory Commission (NLRC)
NLRC federal lottery licence plus Lagos LSLGA online sports-betting licence — Africa's largest gambling market, dual-track licensing.
- Timeline
- 16–28 weeks
- Markets
- Nigeria
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Rwanda
Rwanda Gaming Authority
Rwanda Gaming Authority online gaming licence — emerging market with a clean regulatory environment.
- Timeline
- 12–20 weeks
- Markets
- Rwanda
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
South Africa
National Gambling Board (provincial licensing)
South African market — online gambling currently illegal under the National Gambling Act 2004; provincial land-based only.
- Timeline
- Reform pending
- Markets
- Closed (online); land-based only
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Tanzania
Gaming Board of Tanzania
Gaming Board of Tanzania online gambling licence — moderate complexity, often requires a land-based operator prerequisite.
- Timeline
- 16–28 weeks
- Markets
- Tanzania
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Uganda
National Gaming Board of Uganda
National Gaming Board of Uganda online sports-betting and casino licences — growing market with moderate compliance.
- Timeline
- 14–22 weeks
- Markets
- Uganda
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Armenia
Armenia Gambling Commission
Armenian Gambling Commission online casino and bookmaking licences — emerging Caucasus market with an efficient application process.
- Timeline
- 12–20 weeks
- Markets
- Armenia + selected exports
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Australia — Northern Territory
Northern Territory Racing Commission
Northern Territory Racing Commission Sports Betting Operations Licence — used by major Australian-facing bookmakers (Sportsbet, Ladbrokes AU).
- Timeline
- 16–28 weeks
- Markets
- Australia (sports betting only)
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Georgia
Georgia Revenue Service
Georgia (country) Revenue Service online casino and sports-betting licences — growing hub used by Eastern European operators.
- Timeline
- 12–20 weeks
- Markets
- Georgia + selected exports
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Philippines — CEZA
Cagayan Economic Zone Authority (CEZA)
Cagayan Economic Zone Authority (CEZA) Online Gaming Licence — export-only offshore alternative to PAGCOR, operating under the First Cagayan brand.
- Timeline
- 16–24 weeks
- Markets
- Export only
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Philippines — PAGCOR
Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR)
Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) Online Casino Licence — dominant Asian B2C and B2B vehicle with both domestic and export models.
- Timeline
- 20–36 weeks
- Markets
- Philippines + export
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Serbia
Serbia Gambling Administration
Serbia Gambling Administration online gambling licence — Balkan market with Western Europe-facing aspirations.
- Timeline
- 16–24 weeks
- Markets
- Serbia
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Ukraine
KRAIL (Commission for Regulation of Gambling and Lotteries)
KRAIL Ukrainian online casino, betting, poker, and lottery licences — re-opened 2020 under reformed framework; war-context business-continuity overlay.
- Timeline
- 20–32 weeks
- Markets
- Ukraine
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.
Costa Rica
Ministry of Finance (data-processing licence)
Strictly speaking a data-processing license rather than a gaming license. Fast and inexpensive to obtain, but plan for the banking and reputational caveats from day one.
- Timeline
- 3–5 weeks (typical)
- Markets
- Global excluding restricted markets
UNVERIFIED — guidance only, as of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator.