License Name
Gambling License (varies by Ministry of Finance)
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Issuing Country/Region
Varies by country (e.g., Poland, Slovakia, Lithuania, Ukraine)
Regulatory Body
Ministry of Finance (country-specific, e.g., Ministry of Finance of Poland, Slovakia, Lithuania, Ukraine)
Types of Regulated Games
Casino, sports betting, slot machines, poker, lotteries, betting games (games allowed depend on jurisdiction)
Market Coverage
Local or national (not international; coverage is typically restricted to the issuing country)
Regulator's Reputation
Good to average (level depends on national authority and local regulatory record)
Legal Entity Requirements
Company must generally be locally incorporated; foreign entities may apply if certain criteria met (varies by country)
Minimum Share Capital
Poland: PLN4,000,000 for casino games, PLN2,000,000 for betting/bingo; Ukraine: UAH30,000,000 (approx. EUR750,000)
Directors and Shareholders Requirements
Background checks; fit and proper tests; details on major shareholders, management and beneficial owners required
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Requirements
Mandatory AML policies, compliance with national and FATF recommendations
Data Protection Requirements
Compliance with GDPR (in EU jurisdictions); detailed local rules may apply
Reporting Requirements
Regular reporting to regulator on operations and financials; format and frequency set by national laws
Audit Requirements
Independent audits required annually or per license conditions
Software Certification Requirements
Certification of gaming software and gaming equipment required by approved labs
RNG Certification
RNG certification required; often reviewed as part of equipment/software certification processes
Payment System Requirements
Use of certified/payment providers; compliance with local financial regulations
Server Location Requirements
Servers generally must be within national borders or EEA/EU area for EU countries (varies)
Domain Name Requirements
National or .eu domains may be required for regulated operators (varies)
Language Support Requirements
Support for national language(s) required
Currency Support Requirements
National currency mandatory; other currencies may be permitted
Legal Compliance Costs
High—application/legal fees, compliance services, technical certifications (cost varies by country)
Background Checks
Information not found in publicly available sources.
License Scope Restrictions
Activities strictly limited to license type and allowed games
Jurisdictional Tax Compliance
Local gambling and corporate taxes apply on GGR/income; rates vary by country
Player Data Storage Requirements
Storage within country or EU/EEA as per GDPR/local law
Cross-Border Operations
Not generally permitted; cross-border online offers may violate local monopoly or be restricted
License Application Transparency
Public registers of licensees may be maintained; application process is formal/legal
Regulatory Contact Point
Official Ministry of Finance or designated gambling regulator contact
Compliance Officer Requirement
Required; responsible for AML, KYC and regulatory compliance
Local Partnership Requirements
Not generally required, but can exist in specific markets
Legal Dispute Resolution
National courts; some countries permit arbitration
License Transferability
Not transferable; new applications required if entity changes
Sub-Licensing Rules
Not permitted
License Cost
Poland: PLN400,000 application fee (casino), PLN200,000 (betting); Ukraine: approx. EUR1.3M–1.5M (online casino)
Annual Fees
Poland: PLN400,000 (casino); Ukraine: annual license renewal fees apply
Income Taxes
Poland: 12%–50% GGR, type dependent; Ukraine: 10% GGR (2024, incoming reforms)
Player Winnings Taxes
Varies by country; in some, operators required to withhold tax
Financial Guarantees
Bank guarantees/deposits required for payout protection (e.g., Ukraine: UAH1 million+ guarantee)
Liquidity Requirements
Imposed, minimums set by capital/guarantee rules
Financial Reporting Requirements
Annual financial statements and regular operating reports
Application Processing Time
Poland: up to 6 months; Ukraine: within 15 working days
Required Documents
Articles of association, business plan, financial statements, AML/KYC and key staff documents
Business Plan Requirements
Yes, detailed plan required with license application
Internal Policy Requirements
AML, KYC, responsible gaming and data protection policies required
Testing Requirements
Platform and games must pass technical and software testing
Certification Requirements
Gaming software, hardware, and RNG must be certified by recognized labs
Staff Qualifications
Formal requirements for management experience and clean records
Physical Office Requirements
Local office may be required (depends on jurisdiction)
Local Representative Requirements
National representative required for foreign applicants (in certain markets)
Marketing Restrictions
Strict prohibitions on targeting minors, limits on TV/radio (varies by jurisdiction)
Responsible Gaming Measures
Mandatory; self-exclusion, limit tools, responsible gaming info
Self-Exclusion System
Required participation in national schemes
Age Verification Procedures
Robust, mandatory verification before account creation
KYC Procedures
Strict, in line with AML/FATF recommendations and GDPR
Customer Support Standards
Support in national language(s), response time and process standards set by law
Complaint Handling Procedures
Operators must provide and report on complaint procedures
Player Funds Protection
Player funds must be segregated from operational funds
Payout Timelines
Regulated, varies by country but typically within 24–72h for compliant operators
Bonus and Promotion Regulations
Regulated; clear T&Cs, fairness and limit requirements
Permitted Games List
Set by law and license type (casino, betting, poker, etc.)
Betting Limits
Minimums/maximimums set in laws or by individual license conditions
RTP Requirements
Minimum RTP set for slots/table games, e.g. 85%–90%, varies
Jackpot Regulations
Regulated, payout limits and progressive pot rules apply
Live Game Requirements
Permitted if certified and under license
Mobile App Compliance
Subject to same rules as land-based/online operators
Affiliate Program Rules
Allowed with transparency and compliance controls
Security Standards
Compliance with industry standard security practices; ISO 27001 recommended/required in some cases
Encryption Requirements
SSL/TLS required for data in transit
Backup Requirements
Mandatory data backup; frequency set by regulation
Monitoring Systems
Operators must implement monitoring/logging for compliance
Operation Logging
Full transaction and gaming operation logging required
Anti-Fraud Systems
Fraud prevention, detection, and reporting systems required
API Integration Standards
Secure, documented, and auditable API integrations
Hosting Requirements
Servers in licensed country or EEA
CDN Usage
Permitted in some markets, not restricted
Scalability Requirements
Infrastructure must support peak loads without downtime
Uptime Requirements
High (e.g., 99.5%)—set by technical standards
Technical Support Availability
24/7 technical support for national platform(s)
License Duration
Six years in Poland; typically 1–5 years in other countries
Renewal Procedure
Re-application/renewal before expiry, documentation update required
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Fines, suspension, or cancellation of license; criminal prosecution for serious breaches
Ownership Change Rules
Regulator must be notified; license reapplication may be required
Mergers and Acquisitions Rules
Notification and prior approval from regulator required
Subcontractor Regulations
Subcontractors must meet due diligence/approval requirements
Branding Requirements
Use of national responsible gaming and license logos may be required
Intellectual Property Protection
Licensed operators must use certified and legal gaming software
Dispute Arbitration
National court is primary, some allow independent arbitration
Insurance Requirements
Liability insurance may be required
Charity Contributions
Not generally mandatory
Staff Training Requirements
Regular training in compliance, responsible gaming, AML
Innovation Support
Some countries offer regulatory sandbox or tech support (limited)
Sustainability Initiatives
Encouraged; not commonly enforced
Accessibility Standards
Required in some jurisdictions (e.g., web accessibility)
Multilingual Support
National language is mandatory, others permitted
Cryptocurrency Support
Usually prohibited; allowed only under special license or pilot
Esports Betting Regulations
Allowed under sports betting license in compliant markets
Fantasy Sports Regulations
Permissible, often covered by betting license
Official Address
Country-specific Ministry of Finance or national gambling authority address
Online Application Portal
Varies; often on national Ministry or gambling authority website
FAQ Question 1
What is the Ministry of Finance Gambling Licence?
FAQ Answer 1
A Ministry of Finance Gambling Licence is an authorization issued by a country’s Ministry of Finance to regulate and oversee gambling activities, which may include casinos, sports betting, lotteries, and online gaming. The scope and conditions of the licence vary depending on the country’s legal framework, but its purpose is generally to ensure fair play, protect consumers, and secure tax revenues from the gambling sector.
FAQ Question 2
Which jurisdiction issues the Ministry of Finance Gambling Licence?
FAQ Answer 2
Such licences are issued by the Ministry of Finance in the respective country. Examples include the Ministry of Finance in Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and other jurisdictions where the ministry holds regulatory authority over gambling activities.
FAQ Question 3
What is the cost of obtaining the Ministry of Finance Gambling Licence?
FAQ Answer 3
The cost varies significantly by country and type of licence. It may involve application fees, annual licence fees, and taxes on gross gaming revenue. In some jurisdictions, fees can start from a few thousand euros, while in others, they may exceed €100,000 depending on the gambling activity and market scale.
FAQ Question 4
What are the main requirements for the Ministry of Finance Gambling Licence?
FAQ Answer 4
Requirements differ by jurisdiction but commonly include company registration within the country or the EU/EEA, proof of financial stability, background checks on owners and management, certified gaming systems, compliance with anti-money laundering laws, implementation of responsible gambling measures, and regular financial and operational reporting to the Ministry of Finance.