License Name
Queensland Casino Licence and Wagering Licence
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Issuing Country/Region
Queensland, Australia
Regulatory Body
Office of Liquor and Gaming Regulation (OLGR), Department of Justice and Attorney-General, Queensland
Types of Regulated Games
Casino table games, gaming machines, race wagering, sports wagering
Market Coverage
Local (Queensland)
Regulator's Reputation
Very Good
Legal Entity Requirements
Must be a corporation registered in Australia for wagering licences; casino licence applicant must provide extensive organisational details
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Requirements
Gaming licensees must adopt and report on anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF) measures
Reporting Requirements
Regular reports required, including AML/CTF reporting and compliance forms
Audit Requirements
Subject to compliance checks and audits by OLGR officers
Software Certification Requirements
Gaming and wagering equipment must be approved and may require evaluation by approved entities
RNG Certification
Evaluation required for gaming machines and systems
Payment System Requirements
Payment systems must comply with state and federal regulations
Server Location Requirements
Not specified in publicly available sources
Domain Name Requirements
Not specified in publicly available sources
Language Support Requirements
Not specified in publicly available sources
Currency Support Requirements
AUD
Legal Compliance Costs
Fees per application and licence, audits, and compliance requirements
Background Checks
Required for key individuals under both casino and wagering licences
License Scope Restrictions
Wagering licences (race/sports) are exclusive, with no new applications considered until 30 June 2044
Jurisdictional Tax Compliance
Subject to Queensland betting and gaming taxes
Cross-Border Operations
Local operations only; Queensland focus
License Application Transparency
Applicants must submit comprehensive briefs with substantial business and technical detail
Regulatory Contact Point
OLGR, Queensland Department of Justice and Attorney-General
Compliance Officer Requirement
Not specified in publicly available sources
Local Partnership Requirements
Not specified in publicly available sources
Legal Dispute Resolution
Legal processes per Queensland law
License Transferability
Not specified in publicly available sources
Sub-Licensing Rules
Not specified in publicly available sources
License Cost
Casino licence—complex process, subject to negotiation and application fee; Wagering licence (race/sports) application fee $20,750
Annual Fees
Casino surveillance/supervision levy (proportion of $22,827,000 supervision levy); Wagering—quarterly fee adjusted annually by CPI
Income Taxes
Regulated under Queensland and Australian tax law; Betting tax now applies—replaces wagering tax
Player Winnings Taxes
Not specified in publicly available sources
Financial Guarantees
Not specified in publicly available sources
Liquidity Requirements
Not specified in publicly available sources
Financial Reporting Requirements
Regular reporting required as per licence conditions
Application Processing Time
Casino licence process may take several years
Required Documents
Detailed organisational data, compliance plans, technical specifications for casino; Wagering: corporate documents
Business Plan Requirements
Required for casino applications
Internal Policy Requirements
AML/CTF policies, responsible gambling policies required
Testing Requirements
Evaluation of equipment by approved testing entities, technical evaluation fees apply
Certification Requirements
Equipment must be certified/approved
Staff Qualifications
Casino and wagering key employees need suitable experience; staff training required for responsible service of gambling
Physical Office Requirements
Not specified in publicly available sources
Local Representative Requirements
Not specified in publicly available sources
Marketing Restrictions
Advertising restrictions to protect minors and prevent gambling harm
Responsible Gaming Measures
Responsible Gambling Code of Practice and related requirements mandatory
Self-Exclusion System
Required; venues must have exclusion procedures (self-exclusion and venue-initiated exclusions)
Age Verification Procedures
Mandatory; minors are restricted from engaging in gambling
KYC Procedures
Required for all gaming and wagering licensees
Customer Support Standards
Not specified in publicly available sources
Complaint Handling Procedures
Not specified in publicly available sources
Player Funds Protection
Not specified in publicly available sources
Payout Timelines
Not specified in publicly available sources
Bonus and Promotion Regulations
Not specified in publicly available sources
Permitted Games List
Casino games, gaming machines, wagering as per licence
Betting Limits
Maximum wager controls in place, especially for harm minimisation
RTP Requirements
Not specified in publicly available sources
Jackpot Regulations
Not specified in publicly available sources
Live Game Requirements
Casino licences may permit live table games
Mobile App Compliance
Not specified in publicly available sources
Affiliate Program Rules
Not specified in publicly available sources
Security Standards
Not specified in publicly available sources
Encryption Requirements
Not specified in publicly available sources
Backup Requirements
Not specified in publicly available sources
Monitoring Systems
Not specified in publicly available sources
Operation Logging
Not specified in publicly available sources
Anti-Fraud Systems
Not specified in publicly available sources
API Integration Standards
Not specified in publicly available sources
Hosting Requirements
Not specified in publicly available sources
CDN Usage
Not specified in publicly available sources
Scalability Requirements
Not specified in publicly available sources
Uptime Requirements
Not specified in publicly available sources
Technical Support Availability
Not specified in publicly available sources
License Duration
Casino licence—usually linked to specific term/condition; Wagering: race wagering licence 99 years, sports wagering licence 61 years
Renewal Procedure
Fees subject to CPI, periodic reviews and compliance checks
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Fines, licence suspension or revocation for serious breaches
Ownership Change Rules
Not specified in publicly available sources
Mergers and Acquisitions Rules
Not specified in publicly available sources
Subcontractor Regulations
Not specified in publicly available sources
Branding Requirements
Not specified in publicly available sources
Intellectual Property Protection
Not specified in publicly available sources
Dispute Arbitration
Not specified in publicly available sources
Insurance Requirements
Not specified in publicly available sources
Charity Contributions
Some revenue directed to the Gambling Community Benefit Fund
Staff Training Requirements
Responsible Service of Gambling (RSG) training compulsory for staff
Innovation Support
Not specified in publicly available sources
Sustainability Initiatives
Not specified in publicly available sources
Accessibility Standards
Not specified in publicly available sources
Multilingual Support
Not specified in publicly available sources
Cryptocurrency Support
Not specified in publicly available sources
Esports Betting Regulations
Not specified in publicly available sources
Fantasy Sports Regulations
Not specified in publicly available sources
Official Address
Office of Liquor and Gaming Regulation, Department of Justice and Attorney-General, Queensland, 1 William St, Brisbane QLD 4000, Australia
Online Application Portal
https://secure.olgr.qld.gov.au/forms/lls
Work Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm AEST
Departments
Liquor Licensing, Gaming Compliance, Responsible Gambling, Technical Services, Licensing Services
FAQ Question 1
What is Queensland Casino Licence and Wagering Licence?
FAQ Answer 1
The Queensland Casino Licence authorises approved operators to run land-based casinos; the Wagering Licence allows wagering (betting) on races and sports within Queensland. Both are regulated by the OLGR. Information not found in publicly available sources regarding remote or online casino licensing.
FAQ Question 2
Which jurisdiction issues Queensland Casino and Wagering Licences?
FAQ Answer 2
The Office of Liquor and Gaming Regulation, Department of Justice and Attorney-General, Queensland, Australia issues these licences.
FAQ Question 3
What is the cost of obtaining Queensland Casino and Wagering Licences?
FAQ Answer 3
The wagering licence application fee is $20,750; casino licensing fees are subject to negotiation and include supervision levies and other associated costs. See the official schedule for full details.
FAQ Question 4
What are the main requirements for Queensland Casino and Wagering Licences?
FAQ Answer 4
Requirements include corporate registration, submission of comprehensive organisational details, implementation of AML/CTF policies, staff training in responsible gambling, compliance with technical and responsible gambling standards, and passing background checks on key individuals.