License Name
ACT Casino Licence
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Issuing Country/Region
Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Regulatory Body
ACT Gambling and Racing Commission
Types of Regulated Games
Casino table games, electronic gaming machines (within the licensed casino only)
Market Coverage
Local (Australian Capital Territory)
Regulator's Reputation
Good
Legal Entity Requirements
Operator must be a company registered in Australia
Directors and Shareholders Requirements
Licensing suitability checks are conducted on directors and key associates
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Requirements
Compliance with federal Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Act 2006 and AUSTRAC registration required
Reporting Requirements
Regular reporting to the Commission; details governed by the Casino Control Act 2006
Audit Requirements
Subject to audits as per Casino Control Act and Commission's requirements
Software Certification Requirements
Certification required for all gaming equipment and surveillance systems
RNG Certification
Required for electronic gaming machines
Payment System Requirements
Only approved methods and payment providers allowed
Server Location Requirements
On-premises for surveillance and gaming data
Background Checks
Mandatory for casino employees in key areas (gaming, security, finance) as well as for directors
License Scope Restrictions
Only one casino is licensed in the ACT; scope limited to land-based casino operations
Jurisdictional Tax Compliance
Corporate and gambling taxes as per Australian law
Player Data Storage Requirements
Data storage on secure, regulated premises
Cross-Border Operations
Licence applies only within the Australian Capital Territory
License Application Transparency
Full disclosure required for applicant, directors, and key personnel
Regulatory Contact Point
Compliance officer or designated responsible officer must interface with regulator
Compliance Officer Requirement
Yes, a compliance officer or manager must be appointed
Legal Dispute Resolution
Commission holds authority for investigation; legal recourse per ACT law
License Transferability
Subject to regulator approval under Casino Control Act
Sub-Licensing Rules
Not permitted
License Cost
Application fees for employee licences: AU$214; overall casino licence fees not publicly specified
Annual Fees
Not publicly specified
Income Taxes
30% corporate tax rate, additional ACT gambling taxes may apply
Financial Guarantees
Evidence of financial suitability required
Application Processing Time
Not publicly specified
Required Documents
Application forms, business details, director and key staff information, technical systems documentation
Internal Policy Requirements
Responsible conduct of gambling, AML, KYC, and complaint management policies required
Testing Requirements
All gaming equipment and systems must be tested and certified
Staff Qualifications
Employees in key areas must be of good character; criminal history checks required
Physical Office Requirements
Casino must be operated at the licensed local address
Marketing Restrictions
Must comply with responsible gambling advertising standards and Australian law
Responsible Gaming Measures
Exclusion program, staff training for responsible gambling, patron information notices
Self-Exclusion System
Player self-exclusion system maintained by the casino and reported to the Commission
Age Verification Procedures
Strict 18+ age checks; ID required for entry
KYC Procedures
Mandatory for patrons as per AML/CTF Act
Complaint Handling Procedures
Regulated complaint procedures; issue escalation to the Commission possible
Player Funds Protection
Casino must ensure player funds are secure and segregated
Payout Timelines
Governed by casino and Commission policy
Permitted Games List
Only those expressly approved by the Commission under the Casino Control Act
Live Game Requirements
Approved by the Commission as per licence conditions
Security Standards
High standards of information and physical security required (robust CCTV, secure storage)
Encryption Requirements
Yes, for sensitive data
Backup Requirements
All surveillance data and key operational data must be backed up securely
Monitoring Systems
Real-time CCTV coverage of gambling floor and critical areas
Operation Logging
Full logs required for gaming and security systems
License Duration
Set by the terms agreed with ACT Government and the Casino Control Act
Renewal Procedure
Not publicly specified
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Fines, licence suspension, or licence revocation as per Casino Control Act
Ownership Change Rules
Changes must be approved by the Commission under licence conditions
Mergers and Acquisitions Rules
Subject to regulatory approval
Official Address
Canberra Nara Centre, 1 Constitution Avenue, Level 2, Canberra City, ACT 2601, Australia
Postal Address
GPO Box 158, Civic Square, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia
Fax Number
+61 2 6207 7372
Departments
Licensing, Compliance and Enforcement, Policy, Research, Community Education
FAQ Question 1
What is ACT Casino Licence?
FAQ Answer 1
Information not found in publicly available sources.
FAQ Question 2
Which jurisdiction issues ACT Casino Licence?
FAQ Answer 2
Australian Capital Territory, issued by ACT Gambling and Racing Commission.
FAQ Question 3
What is the cost of obtaining ACT Casino Licence?
FAQ Answer 3
Information not found in publicly available sources.
FAQ Question 4
What are the main requirements for ACT Casino Licence?
FAQ Answer 4
Key requirements include being a registered Australian company, director and staff integrity checks, compliance with AML/CTF Act, secure and certified gaming systems, responsible gambling measures, regular reporting to the Commission, and approval of games and operational practices under the Casino Control Act