License Name
Norsk Tipping Monopoly Licence
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Issuing Country/Region
Norway
Regulatory Body
Norwegian Gaming Authority (Lotteri- og stiftelsestilsynet)
Types of Regulated Games
Lotteries, sports betting, Keno, instant games, online casino games
Market Coverage
Local
Regulator's Reputation
Excellent
Legal Entity Requirements
Only Norsk Tipping AS, a state-owned entity, is entitled to the licence
Minimum Share Capital
Not applicable to commercial applicants—Norsk Tipping is fully state-owned
Directors and Shareholders Requirements
The Norwegian state is the sole shareholder; directors appointed per state guidelines
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Requirements
Compliance with Norwegian AML legislation required
Data Protection Requirements
Compliance with Norwegian and EU data protection law (including GDPR)
Reporting Requirements
Regular operational and financial reports to the regulator and Ministry of Culture and Equality
Audit Requirements
Subject to independent auditing and regulator review
Software Certification Requirements
All gaming software must meet standards established by the Norwegian Gaming Authority
RNG Certification
Random number generators must be certified
Payment System Requirements
Only approved Norwegian payment providers allowed; payment blocking enforced against unlicensed operators
Server Location Requirements
Servers must be located in Norway
Domain Name Requirements
Must operate with .no domain
Language Support Requirements
Norwegian language support mandatory
Currency Support Requirements
NOK (Norwegian krone) required
Legal Compliance Costs
Not publicly disclosed; compliance is part of state operator’s annual budget
Background Checks
Key management and board subject to government vetting
License Scope Restrictions
Licence limited to state-authorised types of gambling; private operators not permitted
Jurisdictional Tax Compliance
All profits are transferred to the state and earmarked for public benefit causes
Player Data Storage Requirements
Data stored in accordance with Norwegian and EU/EØS regulations
Cross-Border Operations
Cross-border provision of gambling services not permitted
License Application Transparency
Not applicable; licence exclusively issued to Norsk Tipping AS
Regulatory Contact Point
Norwegian Gaming Authority (Lotteritilsynet)
Compliance Officer Requirement
Yes, state operator maintains compliance/risk function
Local Partnership Requirements
Not applicable
Legal Dispute Resolution
Governed by Norwegian courts
License Transferability
Not transferable
Sub-Licensing Rules
Not applicable
License Cost
Not applicable—issued by government; funded by the state
Annual Fees
Not applicable—state entity; operational budget from state
Income Taxes
Profits transferred to state; no separate gambling income tax
Player Winnings Taxes
No tax on player winnings for Norwegian-licensed games
Financial Guarantees
Not required for state entity
Liquidity Requirements
Maintained through state oversight
Financial Reporting Requirements
Periodic detailed reporting to regulator and state
Application Processing Time
Not applicable
Required Documents
Not applicable to commercial applications
Business Plan Requirements
Established through public policy and government oversight
Internal Policy Requirements
Mandatory (AML, responsible gaming, risk, etc.)
Testing Requirements
Mandatory external/independent software and RNG testing
Certification Requirements
Mandatory for all gaming systems
Staff Qualifications
Recruitment according to state employment requirements
Physical Office Requirements
Physical office in Norway required
Local Representative Requirements
Not applicable
Marketing Restrictions
Strict, including full ban on advertising for unlicensed operators
Responsible Gaming Measures
Enforced, including loss/wagering limits, self-exclusion, and info tools
Self-Exclusion System
National self-exclusion system in place
Age Verification Procedures
Compulsory; minimum age 18
KYC Procedures
Mandatory, in line with AML rules
Customer Support Standards
Support available in Norwegian
Complaint Handling Procedures
Formalized internal and regulatory complaint processes
Player Funds Protection
Segregation of player funds and state oversight
Payout Timelines
Prompt per regulatory requirements
Bonus and Promotion Regulations
Regulated; aggressive marketing and VIP programs prohibited
Permitted Games List
Determined by Ministry of Culture; includes lottery, sports betting, Keno, instant games, selected online casino games
Betting Limits
Statutory maximums for player protection
RTP Requirements
Statutory minimums as set by regulator
Jackpot Regulations
Jackpot types, limits, and payouts strictly regulated
Live Game Requirements
Permitted within limits set by the regulator
Mobile App Compliance
Subject to same restrictions as web platforms
Affiliate Program Rules
No affiliate scheme; only state advertising permitted
Security Standards
Required to meet national and EU IT security requirements
Encryption Requirements
SSL/TLS encryption mandatory
Backup Requirements
Regular data backups required
Monitoring Systems
Continuous monitoring required by regulator
Operation Logging
Comprehensive operational logs required
Anti-Fraud Systems
Mandatory anti-fraud and player protection systems
API Integration Standards
State and regulator approved standards
Hosting Requirements
Servers must be in Norway
CDN Usage
Allowed if compliant with Norwegian security regulations
Scalability Requirements
Infrastructure must meet Norwegian Gaming Authority standards
Uptime Requirements
High availability required, monitored by regulator
Technical Support Availability
24/7 technical and player support required
License Duration
Indefinite—subject to public policy and continued state ownership
Renewal Procedure
Not applicable—continuous state mandate
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Administrative fines, operational restrictions, or state intervention
Ownership Change Rules
Not applicable
Mergers and Acquisitions Rules
Not applicable; wholly state-owned
Subcontractor Regulations
Subcontractors must comply with all Norwegian gaming and data laws
Branding Requirements
Must use Norsk Tipping branding per state guidelines
Intellectual Property Protection
All software/content must be properly licensed and registered
Dispute Arbitration
Norwegian court system
Insurance Requirements
State-regulated as per risk policy
Charity Contributions
Surplus funds distributed to sports, culture, and social projects
Staff Training Requirements
Mandatory, ongoing compliance and responsible gaming training
Innovation Support
Supported by state policy
Sustainability Initiatives
Required as per Norwegian government’s public sector standards
Accessibility Standards
Required; platforms must be accessible
Multilingual Support
Norwegian required; additional Nordic languages may be supported
Cryptocurrency Support
Not permitted
Esports Betting Regulations
Not specifically permitted under current licence
Fantasy Sports Regulations
Not specifically permitted
Official Address
Norwegian Gaming Authority, Storehagen 1, 6800 Førde, Norway
Postal Address
PO Box 800, 6805 Førde, Norway
Work Hours
Monday–Friday, 09:00–15:00
Facebook URL
https://www.facebook.com/Lottstift
Twitter/X URL
https://twitter.com/Lottstift
YouTube URL
https://www.youtube.com/user/Lottstift
Departments
Regulatory Supervision, Compliance, IT/Technical, Policy, Legal Affairs, Responsible Gaming, Communications
FAQ Question 1
What is Norsk Tipping Monopoly Licence?
FAQ Answer 1
The Norsk Tipping Monopoly Licence is the exclusive authorisation issued by the Norwegian government that permits Norsk Tipping AS, a wholly state-owned entity, to operate lotteries, sports betting, and certain online casino games within Norway for the purpose of channeling gambling revenue to public benefit and minimising gambling-related harm. If not available: Information not found in publicly available sources.
FAQ Question 2
Which jurisdiction issues Norsk Tipping Monopoly Licence?
FAQ Answer 2
The exclusive licence is issued in Norway and overseen by the Norwegian Gaming Authority (Lotteri- og stiftelsestilsynet) and the Ministry of Culture and Equality. If not available: Information not found in publicly available sources.
FAQ Question 3
What is the cost of obtaining Norsk Tipping Monopoly Licence?
FAQ Answer 3
The licence is not available for commercial entities or private applicants; it is exclusively held by the state-owned Norsk Tipping. If not available: Information not found in publicly available sources.
FAQ Question 4
What are the main requirements for Norsk Tipping Monopoly Licence?
FAQ Answer 4
The licence is reserved for Norsk Tipping AS, requires full state ownership, compliance with strict AML, data protection, responsible gaming, and operational regulations established by the Norwegian Gaming Authority and the Ministry of Culture and Equality. If not available: Information not found in publicly available sources.