License Name
Buenos Aires Province Online Gambling License
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Issuing Country/Region
Argentina - Province of Buenos Aires
Regulatory Body
Provincial Institute of Lottery and Casinos of the Province of Buenos Aires (Instituto Provincial de Lotería y Casinos - IPLyC BA)
Types of Regulated Games
Online casinos, sports betting, lottery games, virtual sports betting, horse race betting, betting on non-political events
Market Coverage
Local (Province of Buenos Aires)
Regulator's Reputation
Very Good
Legal Entity Requirements
Registration of a company in Argentina; foreign entities must form a joint venture with a local partner
Minimum Share Capital
Not specifically disclosed in public sources
Directors and Shareholders Requirements
Disclosure of beneficial owners and managers; no recent criminal convictions or bankruptcies; local participation (at least 15% profit share for local partner in joint ventures)
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Requirements
Compliance with FATF-aligned AML laws and local regulations, including KYC processes
Data Protection Requirements
Obliged to provide secure, real-time access to player and operational data for regulatory oversight
Reporting Requirements
Regular reporting to the regulator, including financial and operational disclosures
Audit Requirements
Subject to audit by the provincial regulator
Software Certification Requirements
Certification of games and platforms by approved labs (e.g., GLI, BMM Testlabs); local registration/review required
RNG Certification
RNGs certified by accepted testing providers before launch
Payment System Requirements
Integration with local payment methods (e.g., Rapipago, Pago Fácil); must be certified and secure
Server Location Requirements
No blanket requirement for local hosting; real-time data access/mirror server may be requested by regulator
Domain Name Requirements
Local domains required for online gambling sites
Language Support Requirements
Spanish language required
Currency Support Requirements
Transactions in Argentine pesos (ARS) only
Legal Compliance Costs
License fee of 65 million ARS (approx. €620,000 as of 2023) plus ongoing compliance and legal costs
Background Checks
Criminal and financial background checks on key personnel and beneficial owners
License Scope Restrictions
Only residents and individuals physically present in the province may legally play; national access not permitted
Jurisdictional Tax Compliance
25% tax on gross gambling revenue
Player Data Storage Requirements
Regulator must have secure, real-time access to data; specifics per technical guidelines
Cross-Border Operations
Not permitted; restricted to Province of Buenos Aires residents and those physically present
License Application Transparency
Full disclosure of ownership, corporate structure, and technical/financial details required in application
Regulatory Contact Point
IPLyC BA official contact/website
Compliance Officer Requirement
Not publicly specified, but regulatory oversight indicates need for designated compliance staff
Local Partnership Requirements
Foreign companies must form a joint venture with an Argentine partner (minimum 15% of profits)
Legal Dispute Resolution
Local jurisdiction under Buenos Aires provincial law
License Transferability
Not transferable without regulatory approval
Sub-Licensing Rules
Not permitted
License Cost
ARS 65,000,000 (about €620,000 as of 2023) one-time fee
Annual Fees
Not publicly specified in latest sources
Income Taxes
25% on gross gambling revenue
Player Winnings Taxes
Not mandated in verified public sources
Financial Guarantees
Not publicly detailed
Liquidity Requirements
Not publicly detailed
Financial Reporting Requirements
Regular financial and activity reporting required
Application Processing Time
Not publicly specified
Required Documents
Certificate of incorporation, financial and business plan, technical documentation, criminal records of personnel, proof of capital and ownership disclosure
Business Plan Requirements
Development and financial plan submission required
Internal Policy Requirements
Responsible gaming, AML, and fraud prevention policies required
Testing Requirements
Platform and games must pass independent testing by certified labs
Certification Requirements
Certification of games, RNGs, and platform by accepted labs
Staff Qualifications
Key executives and technical staff must meet competence and integrity requirements
Physical Office Requirements
Demonstrated real presence in the province required for joint ventures
Local Representative Requirements
Local partner must be substantively involved (not a shell)
Marketing Restrictions
Advertising only permitted by licensed operators; must not target minors; must not mislead or use offensive content
Responsible Gaming Measures
Measures required per law; includes responsible gaming messaging and tools for player protection
Self-Exclusion System
Operators must have self-exclusion mechanisms
Age Verification Procedures
Robust age verification required; current legislative proposals include potential mandate for biometric ID systems
KYC Procedures
KYC systems must conform to regulatory standards, including local document checks
Customer Support Standards
Support in Spanish required
Complaint Handling Procedures
Must have defined player complaint system; subject to regulatory review
Player Funds Protection
Not explicitly detailed, but regulator can require operational transparency
Payout Timelines
Not publicly specified
Bonus and Promotion Regulations
Must comply with advertising laws; all conditions must be clear and not misleading
Permitted Games List
Allowed games include online casino, sports betting, lotteries, virtual sports, horse racing, and non-political event betting; political betting not permitted
Betting Limits
Not specifically published
RTP Requirements
Not specifically published
Jackpot Regulations
Not specifically published
Live Game Requirements
Not specifically published
Mobile App Compliance
Not specifically published, but mobile platforms must comply with all substantive regulations
Affiliate Program Rules
Not specifically published
Security Standards
Platform must meet regulator-approved technical and data security standards; independent certification required
Encryption Requirements
Secure connections (SSL/TLS or equivalent) mandated by technical guidelines
Backup Requirements
Not specifically published
Monitoring Systems
Mandatory real-time transaction and data reporting to regulator’s monitoring platform
Operation Logging
Platforms must provide complete audit logs of transactions and player activity
Anti-Fraud Systems
Mandatory controls required
API Integration Standards
Technical integration with regulator’s systems required; real-time data interface if requested
Hosting Requirements
Real-time regulatory access must be ensured; specific local hosting only if requested by regulator
CDN Usage
Not specifically published
Scalability Requirements
Not specifically published
Uptime Requirements
Not specifically published
Technical Support Availability
Not specifically published
License Duration
15 years
Renewal Procedure
Not publicly specified
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Fines, blocking, and license revocation for breaches (e.g., marketing to minors, illegal access, fraud)
Ownership Change Rules
Prior disclosure and regulatory approval for material changes in ownership or management
Mergers and Acquisitions Rules
Regulatory approval required for restructuring or transfers
Subcontractor Regulations
Not specifically published
Branding Requirements
Only licensed sites permitted to advertise as legal operators; official license display recommended
Intellectual Property Protection
Not specifically published
Dispute Arbitration
Disputes resolved under Buenos Aires provincial legal process
Insurance Requirements
Not specifically published
Charity Contributions
Not specifically published
Staff Training Requirements
Not specifically published
Innovation Support
Not specifically published
Sustainability Initiatives
Not specifically published
Accessibility Standards
Not specifically published
Multilingual Support
Spanish mandatory
Cryptocurrency Support
Not permitted under current regime
Esports Betting Regulations
Esports allowed as part of permitted betting products
Fantasy Sports Regulations
Not specifically published
Official Address
Instituto Provincial de Lotería y Casinos de la Provincia de Buenos Aires, Calle 46 Nº 581, La Plata, Buenos Aires, Argentina
FAQ Question 1
What is Buenos Aires Province Online Gambling License?
FAQ Answer 1
The Buenos Aires Province Online Gambling License is an official license issued by the Instituto Provincial de Lotería y Casinos that allows approved operators to provide regulated online casino, sports betting, and lottery games to adults residing or located within Buenos Aires Province under strict compliance with provincial laws and technical standards. If not available: Information not found in publicly available sources.
FAQ Question 2
Which jurisdiction issues Buenos Aires Province Online Gambling License?
FAQ Answer 2
The Province of Buenos Aires, Argentina, issues this license through the Instituto Provincial de Lotería y Casinos (IPLyC BA). If not available: Information not found in publicly available sources.
FAQ Question 3
What is the cost of obtaining Buenos Aires Province Online Gambling License?
FAQ Answer 3
The one-time license fee is ARS 65,000,000 (approx. €620,000 as of 2023), plus additional compliance costs. If not available: Information not found in publicly available sources.
FAQ Question 4
What are the main requirements for Buenos Aires Province Online Gambling License?
FAQ Answer 4
Main requirements include company registration in Argentina, a joint venture for foreign applicants, full disclosure of ownership, certified software, strong AML and KYC policies, real-time data access for the regulator, a business and technical plan, and strict responsible gaming and advertising standards. If not available: Information not found in publicly available sources.