License Name
Licencia de Juego Online y Apuestas Deportivas – Instituto Provincial de Lotería y Casinos de la Provincia de Buenos Aires
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Issuing Country/Region
Argentina (Province of Buenos Aires)
Regulatory Body
Instituto Provincial de Lotería y Casinos (IPLyC)
Types of Regulated Games
Online casino games, sports betting
Market Coverage
Provincial (Province of Buenos Aires)
Regulator's Reputation
Good
Legal Entity Requirements
Foreign operators must partner with an Argentine company; joint venture required
Minimum Share Capital
Applicants must show a corporate value of at least US$25 million
Directors and Shareholders Requirements
Partnership with domestic company required; international operators need local presence
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Requirements
AML compliance required; background checks and documentation to prevent money laundering
Data Protection Requirements
Compliance with Argentine data protection standards required
Reporting Requirements
Regular reports to the regulator; format and frequency set by IPLyC
Audit Requirements
Regular audits mandated by the regulator
Software Certification Requirements
Certification by accredited third-party labs required
RNG Certification
Certification of random number generators required
Payment System Requirements
Use of approved/certified payment providers required
Server Location Requirements
Not explicitly specified; subject to regulator approval
Domain Name Requirements
No explicit requirement for a local domain
Language Support Requirements
Platform must support local language (Spanish)
Currency Support Requirements
Argentine Peso (ARS) support required
Legal Compliance Costs
Application fees, annual fees, and legal representation costs apply
Background Checks
Background checks on key personnel required
License Scope Restrictions
Only covers games authorized by IPLyC; limited to online casino and sports betting
Jurisdictional Tax Compliance
Provincial GGR taxes (up to 25%); national corporate taxes between 25-35%
Player Data Storage Requirements
Must ensure secure data storage per provincial and national regulations
Cross-Border Operations
Not permitted; license only valid within Buenos Aires Province
License Application Transparency
Regulator publishes licensed operators; application process transparent for applicants
Regulatory Contact Point
Dedicated contact points through IPLyC
Compliance Officer Requirement
Compliance function required; officer responsible for regulatory adherence
Local Partnership Requirements
Mandatory local partner for international applicants
Legal Dispute Resolution
Jurisdiction of local courts in Buenos Aires Province; regulated mediation/arbitration possible
License Transferability
Non-transferable; new application required for ownership changes
Sub-Licensing Rules
Sub-licensing not permitted
Video
License Cost
Estimated US$30,000 application fee
Annual Fees
Estimated US$100,000 yearly
Income Taxes
Corporate tax 25–35% nationally; Provincial GGR tax up to 25%
Player Winnings Taxes
Taxes may apply on certain prize winnings per national and provincial law
Financial Guarantees
Financial guarantees typically required; regulator may set deposit/bond
Liquidity Requirements
Not explicitly published
Financial Reporting Requirements
Set by regulator; periodic reporting mandatory
Application Processing Time
Several months (approval process variable; published operators in January 2021)
Required Documents
Business plan, technical documentation, financial statements, partnership proof, compliance policies
Business Plan Requirements
Mandatory, including technical and operational plans
Internal Policy Requirements
AML, KYC, and responsible gaming policies required
Testing Requirements
Platform and software testing by approved labs
Certification Requirements
Certification for all gambling software and technology
Staff Qualifications
Key personnel must have relevant experience; background checks mandatory
Physical Office Requirements
No explicit requirement; partnership with Argentine company mandatory
Local Representative Requirements
Local partner and representative required
Marketing Restrictions
Subject to provincial and national advertising and responsible gaming laws
Responsible Gaming Measures
Responsible gaming program participation mandatory
Self-Exclusion System
Public and free self-exclusion programs available
Age Verification Procedures
Mandatory age verification
KYC Procedures
Mandatory customer identification
Customer Support Standards
Spanish language support mandatory; player dispute resolution required
Complaint Handling Procedures
Regulated complaint mechanism overseen by IPLyC
Player Funds Protection
Player funds segregation and protection required; processor oversight
Payout Timelines
Set contractually and by regulation; funds must be available for withdrawal promptly
Bonus and Promotion Regulations
Subject to responsible gaming and advertising rules
Permitted Games List
Only games explicitly authorized by the IPLyC (casino and sports betting)
Betting Limits
Regulator may set minimum and maximum limits or require operator policies
RTP Requirements
Not explicitly published; fair play rules and software certification required
Jackpot Regulations
Not explicitly published
Live Game Requirements
Not explicitly published; all formats require certification
Mobile App Compliance
Mobile and web platforms require same approvals
Affiliate Program Rules
Programs permitted; must comply with advertising and licensing laws
Security Standards
Certification by third parties required (such as eCOGRA)
Encryption Requirements
Standard encryption protocols required (SSL/TLS)
Backup Requirements
Not explicitly published
Monitoring Systems
Real-time monitoring and regulatory reporting systems required
Operation Logging
Regulatory oversight on operational data and records
Anti-Fraud Systems
Required as part of technical and AML controls
API Integration Standards
Must meet regulator’s security and technical requirements
Hosting Requirements
Not explicitly published; subject to IPLyC approval
CDN Usage
Not explicitly addressed
Scalability Requirements
No explicit standard, but technical documentation and planning required
Uptime Requirements
Not specified; normal industry standards apply
Technical Support Availability
Not explicitly published
License Duration
15 years for online gaming licenses
Renewal Procedure
Renewal process prior to expiration; fee and regulatory review required
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Sanctions include fines, license suspension/revocation
Ownership Change Rules
Any change to ownership or control requires notification and possibly new approval
Mergers and Acquisitions Rules
Subject to regulatory notification and approval
Subcontractor Regulations
Use of suppliers must be approved/certified by regulator
Branding Requirements
Use of IPLyC logo and responsible gaming signage required
Intellectual Property Protection
Legal use and certification of software/IP required
Dispute Arbitration
Provincial legal system; arbitration/mediation per contract or law
Insurance Requirements
Not explicitly published
Charity Contributions
Not explicitly published
Staff Training Requirements
Responsible gaming and compliance training required
Innovation Support
Not explicitly addressed
Sustainability Initiatives
Not explicitly addressed
Accessibility Standards
Not explicitly published
Multilingual Support
Spanish mandatory for local market
Cryptocurrency Support
Not explicitly published
Esports Betting Regulations
Not explicitly published; subject to regulatory approval
Fantasy Sports Regulations
Not explicitly published
Official Address
Calle 46 Nº 581, La Plata, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Work Hours
Monday to Friday, 9:00-17:00
Technical Support
0800-999-4263
Departments
Licensing, Compliance, Auditing, Responsible Gaming, Technical Certification
FAQ Question 1
What is Licencia de Juego Online y Apuestas Deportivas – Instituto Provincial de Lotería y Casinos de la Provincia de Buenos Aires?
FAQ Answer 1
The license allows regulated operators to offer online casino games and sports betting within the Province of Buenos Aires under the supervision of IPLyC. If not available: Information not found in publicly available sources.
FAQ Question 2
Which jurisdiction issues Licencia de Juego Online y Apuestas Deportivas – Instituto Provincial de Lotería y Casinos de la Provincia de Buenos Aires?
FAQ Answer 2
The Province of Buenos Aires, Argentina, through the Instituto Provincial de Lotería y Casinos. If not available: Information not found in publicly available sources.
FAQ Question 3
What is the cost of obtaining Licencia de Juego Online y Apuestas Deportivas – Instituto Provincial de Lotería y Casinos de la Provincia de Buenos Aires?
FAQ Answer 3
The estimated application fee is US$30,000, and annual fees are around US$100,000, plus compliance and legal costs. If not available: Information not found in publicly available sources.
FAQ Question 4
What are the main requirements for Licencia de Juego Online y Apuestas Deportivas – Instituto Provincial de Lotería y Casinos de la Provincia de Buenos Aires?
FAQ Answer 4
Key requirements include a joint venture with a local company, minimum corporate value, software certification, AML compliance, regular reporting, and responsible gaming measures. If not available: Information not found in publicly available sources.