License Name
Mexican Gaming Permit – Dirección General de Juegos y Sorteos (DGAJS) License
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Issuing Country/Region
Mexico
Regulatory Body
Dirección General de Juegos y Sorteos (DGAJS), Secretaría de Gobernación (SEGOB)
Types of Regulated Games
Casino games, sports betting, lotteries, betting shops, raffles, bingo
Market Coverage
Local
Regulator's Reputation
Average
Legal Entity Requirements
Applicant must be a Mexican legal entity; foreign operators must partner with a Mexican company
Directors and Shareholders Requirements
Applicants must disclose full identity and nationality of shareholders; certification of no criminal or economic crime convictions, nor links to organized crime or illicit funds, is required under oath for all shareholders
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Requirements
Compliance with Federal AML Act, including KYC, suspicious transaction monitoring, appointment of a responsible AML officer, and transaction restrictions
Reporting Requirements
Operators must maintain internal controls for players' information, accounts, and transactions; regular reporting to SEGOB as per directives
Audit Requirements
Subject to supervision and inspections by SEGOB
Software Certification Requirements
RNG and fair play mechanisms must be certified by independent laboratories
License Scope Restrictions
Permits cover only the specific venue or event stated in the application; any location or event change requires a new permit
Jurisdictional Tax Compliance
Must comply with fiscal obligations and prevent money laundering
Player Data Storage Requirements
Operators must record and store player personal information, time, and transaction amounts for regulatory supervision
License Application Transparency
Application process and criteria are set by official regulation and 2023 Decree
Regulatory Contact Point
Dirección General de Juegos y Sorteos (DGAJS)
Compliance Officer Requirement
Appointment of a responsible officer for AML compliance is required
Legal Dispute Resolution
Disputes are resolved under Mexican law and SEGOB procedures
License Transferability
Permits are not transferable to other entities
Sub-Licensing Rules
Only permit holders may operate gambling services; operators as separate entities were eliminated by 2023 Decree
License Duration
1-15 years (maximum), depending on permit type; not extendable beyond 15 years for slot machine operations
Renewal Procedure
Applications for new or extended operations require new permits, not extensions
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Administrative sanctions, suspension, revocation, or closure subject to SEGOB enforcement
Official Address
Dirección General de Juegos y Sorteos, Secretaría de Gobernación, Av. Paseo de la Reforma 99, Colonia Tabacalera, Alcaldía Cuauhtémoc, C.P. 06030, Ciudad de México, México
FAQ Question 1
What is Mexican Gaming Permit – Dirección General de Juegos y Sorteos (DGAJS) License? FAQ Answer 1: The Mexican Gaming Permit is a federal license issued by the Dirección General de Juegos y Sorteos (DGAJS) under the Ministry of the Interior (SEGOB), authorizing operation of specific games of chance, sports betting, raffles, and similar activities within Mexico in compliance with the Federal Law on Games and Raffles and its regulations.
FAQ Question 2
Which jurisdiction issues Mexican Gaming Permit – Dirección General de Juegos y Sorteos (DGAJS) License? FAQ Answer 2: The license is issued by Mexico, through the Dirección General de Juegos y Sorteos (DGAJS), part of the Ministry of the Interior (SEGOB).
FAQ Question 3
What is the cost of obtaining Mexican Gaming Permit – Dirección General de Juegos y Sorteos (DGAJS) License? FAQ Answer 3: Information not found in publicly available sources.
FAQ Question 4
What are the main requirements for Mexican Gaming Permit – Dirección General de Juegos y Sorteos (DGAJS) License? FAQ Answer 4: Requirements include company registration in Mexico, disclosure and certification regarding the background of shareholders, adoption of internal controls and AML measures, software certification, and explicit authorization for each type and location of gaming activity.