License Name
Northern Territory Racing Commission Bookmaker and Gaming Machine Licence
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Issuing Country/Region
Australia (Northern Territory)
Regulatory Body
Northern Territory Racing and Wagering Commission (NTRWC)/Licensing NT
Types of Regulated Games
Wagering (sports, racing, novelty events), gaming machines (poker machines), bookmaker operations
Market Coverage
Local
Regulator's Reputation
Very Good
Legal Entity Requirements
Company registration in Australia required; foreign entities must comply with Australian corporate laws
Minimum Share Capital
Not specifically stated for all licences; $250,000 bank guarantee typically required for bookmaking
Directors and Shareholders Requirements
Probity checks and fingerprint criminal history checks for all directors, major shareholders, and key personnel
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Requirements
Compliance with Australian AML/CTF laws, reporting suspicious transactions to AUSTRAC
Data Protection Requirements
Adherence to Australian data protection standards
Reporting Requirements
Monthly and annual financial reports, reporting of unusual betting activities
Audit Requirements
Ongoing compliance checks and regular probity/audit assessments by regulator
Software Certification Requirements
Wagering and gaming systems must be evaluated and approved by Licensing NT
RNG Certification
Certification required for all gaming machine random number generators
Payment System Requirements
Use of approved/certified payment providers
Server Location Requirements
Not explicitly stated; must meet technical and security standards
Domain Name Requirements
No explicit local requirement; subject to approval
Language Support Requirements
English mandatory
Currency Support Requirements
AUD mandatory
Legal Compliance Costs
Application and annual licence fees, legal and compliance service costs apply
Background Checks
Criminal and probity checks required for key personnel and significant shareholders
License Scope Restrictions
Wagering, gaming machine and bookmaker activities only (does not cover broader online casino gaming)
Jurisdictional Tax Compliance
5% of total wagers minus payouts, capped annually; full compliance with local tax obligations
Player Data Storage Requirements
Data management in accordance with Australian law
Cross-Border Operations
Cross-border betting permitted within approved scope; restrictions may apply for overseas marketing
License Application Transparency
Advertising of licence application required in local media
Regulatory Contact Point
Licensing NT
Compliance Officer Requirement
Responsible for ongoing compliance and reporting
Local Partnership Requirements
Not required for wagering; physical presence/nominee required for certain licences
Legal Dispute Resolution
Disputes managed by the Commission; written reasons for major decisions may be published
License Transferability
Approval required for transfer to another entity
Sub-Licensing Rules
Not permitted unless expressly authorised
License Cost
$28,200 application fee for bookmaker/wagering licence (from July 1, 2024); gaming machine venue licence $1,621
Annual Fees
$28,200 annual renewal for bookmaker/wagering licence; gaming machine venue renewal $1,621; levies vary by venue type
Income Taxes
5% wagering tax on net bets placed, capped at $1,410,000 per year
Player Winnings Taxes
Not typically withheld at source; players responsible under Australian tax law
Financial Guarantees
Up to $250,000 bank guarantee required for bookmaking and wagering licences
Liquidity Requirements
Financial and liquidity checks apply, sufficient to meet player and regulatory obligations
Financial Reporting Requirements
Monthly and annual reporting to the Commission
Application Processing Time
Typically several months depending on completeness of application and checks
Required Documents
Incorporation documents, financial statements, ID documents, community impact analysis (gaming machines), criminal history checks
Business Plan Requirements
Required (details business operations, compliance, projections)
Internal Policy Requirements
AML, KYC, responsible gambling, policies and procedures required
Testing Requirements
Technical and system testing required
Certification Requirements
Approval for systems, software, and gaming machines mandatory
Staff Qualifications
Key personnel must have relevant qualifications and experience
Physical Office Requirements
Physical premises and/or local nominee required for bookmaker and gaming machine licences
Local Representative Requirements
Local nominee for bookmaker and physical presence for gaming machine licence
Marketing Restrictions
Advertising of gaming and gaming machines regulated; responsible gambling messages mandatory
Responsible Gaming Measures
Participation in responsible gambling training, tools for self-exclusion, compliance with national register (BetStop)
Self-Exclusion System
Mandatory registration with BetStop for betting operators
Age Verification Procedures
Robust age and ID verification for account opening
KYC Procedures
Compliance with AML/CTF and know your customer obligations
Customer Support Standards
English language customer support required
Complaint Handling Procedures
Regulator manages player complaints and dispute resolution
Player Funds Protection
Bank guarantee, segregation of player funds; financial probity
Payout Timelines
Not published in regulations; must be prompt and in compliance with standards
Bonus and Promotion Regulations
Subject to advertising code, responsible gambling requirements
Permitted Games List
Sports betting, race betting, novelty events (as approved), gaming machines (approved games only)
Betting Limits
Licence conditions may stipulate min/max limits; limits may be imposed by regulator
RTP Requirements
Gaming machine RTP subject to approved game rules and regulation
Jackpot Regulations
Authorisation from regulator required for jackpots, compliance with specific rules
Live Game Requirements
Not applicable to NT online betting/wagering or gaming machine licences
Mobile App Compliance
Mobile platforms must meet same compliance as desktop
Affiliate Program Rules
Regulated under marketing and promotion restrictions
Security Standards
Technical and operational security standards required, including data protection
Encryption Requirements
Secure communication (e.g., SSL/TLS) mandated
Backup Requirements
Not specified; operational continuity expected
Monitoring Systems
Continuous monitoring of gaming/betting systems required
Operation Logging
Required; full audit trail for gaming/betting systems
Anti-Fraud Systems
Systems to prevent fraud and money laundering required
API Integration Standards
Subject to regulator approval for platform integrations
Hosting Requirements
Not explicitly stated; must support security and operational integrity
CDN Usage
Not specified; subject to compliance with security standards
Scalability Requirements
Systems must reliably support licensed operations
Uptime Requirements
Not explicitly stated; high availability expected
Technical Support Availability
Operational and customer support in English mandatory
License Duration
Up to 20 years for wagering/bookmaker licence; up to 5 years for on-course bookmaker licence; gaming machine licences as specified
Renewal Procedure
Renewal application, continued compliance, and payment of fees; process initiated several months prior to expiry
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Fines, suspension, or revocation of licence
Ownership Change Rules
Regulator must be notified and approve changes in control or ownership
Mergers and Acquisitions Rules
Approval required for corporate restructuring
Subcontractor Regulations
Key service providers must be approved by regulator
Branding Requirements
Use of trademarks/logos subject to regulatory approval and advertising rules
Intellectual Property Protection
Compliance with Australian IP law
Dispute Arbitration
Regulator manages disputes; formal appeal process
Insurance Requirements
Insurance (e.g., public liability, workers comp) required in some cases (e.g., racing trainers, venues)
Charity Contributions
Not specified
Staff Training Requirements
Responsible gambling training mandatory for key staff
Innovation Support
Not specified; must comply with system standards
Sustainability Initiatives
Not specified
Accessibility Standards
Not specified
Multilingual Support
English mandatory
Cryptocurrency Support
Not explicitly permitted or regulated
Esports Betting Regulations
Regulated if approved by the Commission under wagering licence
Fantasy Sports Regulations
Permitted under sports bookmaker licence
Official Address
Licensing NT, Level 3, 9 Cavenagh Street, Darwin NT 0800, Australia
Postal Address
GPO Box 1154, Darwin NT 0801, Australia
Online Application Portal
https://nt.gov.au/industry/gambling/licences
Work Hours
Monday-Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm ACST
Departments
Licensing NT, Northern Territory Racing and Wagering Commission
FAQ Question 1
What is Northern Territory Racing Commission Bookmaker and Gaming Machine Licence?
FAQ Answer 1
The Northern Territory Racing Commission licence allows the operation of legal wagering, bookmaker, and gaming machine (poker machine) activities in the Northern Territory under strict compliance with local laws and regulations. If not available: Information not found in publicly available sources.
FAQ Question 2
Which jurisdiction issues Northern Territory Racing Commission Bookmaker and Gaming Machine Licence?
FAQ Answer 2
The licence is issued by the Northern Territory Racing and Wagering Commission and administered through Licensing NT in the Northern Territory, Australia.
FAQ Question 3
What is the cost of obtaining Northern Territory Racing Commission Bookmaker and Gaming Machine Licence?
FAQ Answer 3
The application fee for a sports bookmaker or wagering licence is $28,200 (from 1 July 2024), with the same annual renewal fee. Gaming machine venue licence costs $1,621 plus significant levies per machine.
FAQ Question 4
What are the main requirements for Northern Territory Racing Commission Bookmaker and Gaming Machine Licence?
FAQ Answer 4
Key requirements include police and probity checks, $250,000 bank guarantee for bookmakers, responsible gaming measures, system approval, detailed documentation, and ongoing compliance with technical and legislative standards. If not available: Information not found in publicly available sources.