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BE · Tier 1
Belgium
Belgian Gaming Commission licence — strict A+/B+/F1+/F2+ category structure with one of the most restrictive advertising regimes in Europe.
At a Glance
- Setup
- €40K–€100K
- Annual
- €50K+
- Timeline
- 20–32 weeks
- Tax
- 11% GGR (federal) + regional
- Markets
- Belgium
- Tier
- 1
UNVERIFIED — figures for guidance only. As of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator before making licensing decisions.
What works here
Opportunities
- +Operators with an existing Belgian land-based partner (A+ tethering)
- +Brands able to operate without TV, radio, or sponsorship advertising
- +Groups serving Belgian players via a tightly controlled CRM
What to watch
Watch-outs
- !A+, B+, F1+ licences require tethering to a land-based licensee
- !Royal Decree of 2023 effectively banned most gambling advertising
- !Bilingual Dutch/French T&Cs and player communications
Permitted Verticals
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