License Name
Ethiopian National Lottery Services License
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Issuing Country/Region
Ethiopia
Regulatory Body
National Lottery Administration (NLA)
Types of Regulated Games
Sports betting, lottery, tombola, raffle, bingo (no online casino games)
Market Coverage
Local
Regulator's Reputation
Average
Legal Entity Requirements
Company must be registered in Ethiopia; minimum one Ethiopian citizen as co-founder
Directors and Shareholders Requirements
Participation restricted to Ethiopians; foreign companies only as service or technology providers
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Requirements
AML and responsible gaming policy required; compliance monitored by NLA
Reporting Requirements
Monthly financial and operating reports to regulator
Audit Requirements
Monthly provision of bank statements to NLA
Software Certification Requirements
Bank agreement for online betting ticket payment and payout arrangements required
Payment System Requirements
Operators must provide bank agreements for payments and winnings
Server Location Requirements
Office and infrastructure proof required in Ethiopia
Language Support Requirements
Amharic/local language required
Currency Support Requirements
Ethiopian Birr (ETB)
Background Checks
Background checks on company directors and founders
License Scope Restrictions
Only sports betting and lottery permitted; online casinos not regulated/licensed
Jurisdictional Tax Compliance
Operators must comply with Ministry of Revenue taxation policies
Cross-Border Operations
License valid only for domestic operations; international operators must partner with local entities
License Application Transparency
Moderate; outlined process but detailed criteria not public
Regulatory Contact Point
National Lottery Administration head office
License Cost
ETB 500,000 initial fee
Annual Fees
ETB 100,000 renewal
Income Taxes
15% commission on ticket revenues; 15% of winning prize paid to NLA; 0.5% of revenue to social causes
Financial Guarantees
ETB 1,500,000 unconditional bank guarantee required
Financial Reporting Requirements
Bank statements submitted monthly; regular financial monitoring
Application Processing Time
6 to 12 months
Required Documents
Trade license, company registration, TIN certificate, business proposal, proof of office, bank guarantee
Business Plan Requirements
Business proposal submission required
Internal Policy Requirements
AML, responsible gaming policies required
Testing Requirements
Monitoring of ticket sales via NLA-controlled system
Staff Qualifications
Minimum requirements for local representation and responsible gaming awareness
Physical Office Requirements
Proof of office in Ethiopia required
Local Representative Requirements
At least one Ethiopian citizen as co-founder for B2C licenses
Marketing Restrictions
Advertising regulated; strict compliance required
Responsible Gaming Measures
Operators must contribute to social causes and follow responsible gaming policies
Self-Exclusion System
Provisions to block underage or vulnerable players (minimum age 21 for betting)
Age Verification Procedures
Minimum legal age enforced for all betting (21 for sports betting)
KYC Procedures
Mandatory for all players
License Duration
Annual renewal required
Renewal Procedure
ETB 100,000 renewal fee; ongoing compliance and financial guarantees mandatory
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Fines, license withdrawal, and possible imprisonment for major breaches
Official Address
National Lottery Administration, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
FAQ Question 1
What is Ethiopian National Lottery Services License?
FAQ Answer 1
The Ethiopian National Lottery Services License is a government-issued authorization for operating sports betting and lottery activities, regulated by Ethiopia’s National Lottery Administration, with a focus on local operators and strict compliance requirements.
FAQ Question 2
Which jurisdiction issues Ethiopian National Lottery Services License?
FAQ Answer 2
Ethiopia, under the authority of the National Lottery Administration.
FAQ Question 3
What is the cost of obtaining Ethiopian National Lottery Services License?
FAQ Answer 3
The application fee is ETB 500,000, with an annual renewal fee of ETB 100,000, plus ETB 1,500,000 as a bank guarantee.
FAQ Question 4
What are the main requirements for Ethiopian National Lottery Services License?
FAQ Answer 4
Applicants must register a company in Ethiopia, have an Ethiopian co-founder, provide a bank guarantee, submit a business proposal, and show proof of an office that meets NLA standards. Compliance with AML, responsible gaming, and reporting rules is mandatory.