License Name
Cambodian Casino Licence
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Issuing Country/Region
Cambodia
Regulatory Body
Commercial Gambling Committee of Cambodia (CGCC), Ministry of Economy and Finance
Types of Regulated Games
Casino gambling, betting gambling, luck-based games, other commercial gambling
Market Coverage
Local
Regulator's Reputation
Average
Legal Entity Requirements
Cambodian company registration and tax registration with clear corporate governance structure
Minimum Share Capital
US$200 million for integrated resort casinos; US$100 million for casinos outside integrated resorts
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Requirements
Full compliance with the 2020 Law on Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT); appointment of compliance officers; periodic staff training; suspicious activity reporting to Cambodia Financial Intelligence Unit
Reporting Requirements
Organizational and operational transparency required; regulatory reporting to CGCC
Audit Requirements
Risk management and internal control mechanisms required; periodic regulatory oversight by onsite CGCC offices
Background Checks
Directors and key personnel must have appropriate financial standing and experience
License Scope Restrictions
Only foreign clients may gamble; casino operations limited to premises listed on license
Jurisdictional Tax Compliance
Casino income taxed at standard rates (e.g., 7% gross gaming revenue for standard and mass market, 4% for VIP integrated resort activity)
Player Data Storage Requirements
Not specified in law, but adequate IT infrastructure and backup systems required
License Application Transparency
Medium; documented requirements, published application and processing guidelines
Regulatory Contact Point
Commercial Gambling Committee of Cambodia, Ministry of Economy and Finance
Compliance Officer Requirement
Mandatory as per AML law regulations
Legal Dispute Resolution
Governed under Cambodian law
License Transferability
Only as determined by CGCC and under regulatory approval
License Cost
Application fee for integrated resorts: US$1,000; study fee US$20,000; for non-integrated: US$500 and US$10,000
Annual Fees
Approx. US$100,000 for new casino licenses; phased fees for pre-existing casinos
Application Processing Time
Within 60 days of complete document submission
Required Documents
Company and tax registration documents, business plan, governance structure, technical infrastructure details, proof of financial and human resources
Business Plan Requirements
Business plan outlining casino operation and risk management is required
Internal Policy Requirements
Operators must implement risk management and business control mechanisms
Staff Qualifications
Sufficient qualified financial and human resources for casino operations
Physical Office Requirements
Casino must have a designated, licensed physical location in Cambodia
Responsible Gaming Measures
Display of license/certificate at venue; adherence to permitted zones; prohibition of gambling for Cambodian citizens
Player Funds Protection
Mandatory business controls and financial resource requirements
License Duration
Up to 20 years for integrated resorts; up to 5 years for casinos outside integrated resorts; annual renewal required
Renewal Procedure
Renewal requires submitting application and compliance proof at least six months before expiry
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Expired licenses fined up to approx. US$2,000 per day; additional fines for operational breaches
Official Address
Commercial Gambling Committee of Cambodia, Ministry of Economy and Finance, Cambodian Government, Phnom Penh
Regional Offices
Some regulatory offices onsite at licensed casinos in designated cities
FAQ Question 1
What is Cambodian Casino Licence?
FAQ Answer 1
The Cambodian Casino Licence is the official license issued by the CGCC under the Ministry of Economy and Finance to authorize and regulate casino gaming and related gambling operations within Cambodia.
FAQ Question 2
Which jurisdiction issues Cambodian Casino Licence?
FAQ Answer 2
The Cambodian Casino Licence is issued by the Commercial Gambling Committee of Cambodia (CGCC) under the Ministry of Economy and Finance, Kingdom of Cambodia.
FAQ Question 3
What is the cost of obtaining Cambodian Casino Licence?
FAQ Answer 3
The cost includes an application fee (US$1,000 for integrated resorts, US$500 for non-integrated), a study fee (US$20,000/US$10,000), and an annual license fee of approximately US$100,000 for new casinos; phased fees apply to pre-existing casinos.
FAQ Question 4
What are the main requirements for Cambodian Casino Licence?
FAQ Answer 4
Main requirements are Cambodian company incorporation, minimum capital (US$100–200 million), business plan, proven financial and managerial resources, risk management and internal controls, and compliance with AML and responsible gaming obligations.