License Name
Côte d'Ivoire Gambling Licence - Autorité de Régulation des Jeux de Hasard (ARJH)
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Issuing Country/Region
Côte d'Ivoire
Regulatory Body
Autorité de Régulation des Jeux de Hasard (ARJH)
Types of Regulated Games
Casinos, sports betting, lotteries, online gambling, skill games, card games, arcades
Market Coverage
Local
Regulator's Reputation
Good
Legal Entity Requirements
Company registration within Côte d'Ivoire mandatory for license applicants
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Requirements
AML and CFT policies enforced; cooperation with international AML bodies required
Data Protection Requirements
Compliance with Côte d'Ivoire’s personal data protection law (Law 2013-450)
License Scope Restrictions
State-owned LONACI holds exclusivity for most lottery and betting activities; casinos and slot machines non-exclusive
Jurisdictional Tax Compliance
30% corporate income tax on gambling operators; 15% withholding tax on non-resident service providers; no taxation on player winnings
Player Data Storage Requirements
Must comply with national data protection regulations
License Application Transparency
Process governed by Law n°2020-480 of 27 May 2020 and overseen by ARJH
Compliance Officer Requirement
Operators expected to maintain dedicated compliance functions for regulatory adherence
Legal Dispute Resolution
Disputes resolved under Côte d'Ivoire national legal framework
Income Taxes
30% corporate tax on licensed gambling operators
Player Winnings Taxes
No tax imposed on players’ winnings
Internal Policy Requirements
AML, CFT, and responsible gaming policies mandatory
Physical Office Requirements
Presence of a locally registered office in Côte d'Ivoire mandatory
Responsible Gaming Measures
Enforcement of responsible gaming protocols including self-exclusion systems
Age Verification Procedures
Operators required to verify player age and prevent underage gambling
KYC Procedures
Mandatory customer identification pursuant to AML regulations
Permitted Games List
Casinos, sports betting, lotteries, skill games, card games, arcades
Official Address
Abidjan-Riviera, Bonoumin BP V 169 Abidjan
Departments
Divisions include regulatory oversight, advisory functions, and general resources management
FAQ Question 1
What is Côte d'Ivoire Gambling Licence - Autorité de Régulation des Jeux de Hasard (ARJH)?
FAQ Answer 1
It is the national gambling license for casinos, sports betting, lotteries, and online gambling issued by ARJH in Côte d'Ivoire.
FAQ Question 2
Which jurisdiction issues Côte d'Ivoire Gambling Licence - Autorité de Régulation des Jeux de Hasard (ARJH)?
FAQ Answer 2
The Republic of Côte d'Ivoire through the Autorité de Régulation des Jeux de Hasard (ARJH).
FAQ Question 3
What is the cost of obtaining Côte d'Ivoire Gambling Licence - Autorité de Régulation des Jeux de Hasard (ARJH)?
FAQ Answer 3
Information not found in publicly available sources.
FAQ Question 4
What are the main requirements for Côte d'Ivoire Gambling Licence - Autorité de Régulation des Jeux de Hasard (ARJH)?
FAQ Answer 4
Mandatory company registration in Côte d'Ivoire, AML and data protection compliance, responsible gaming practices, and adherence to national tax laws.