License Name
Taiwan Sports Lottery Licence
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Issuing Country/Region
Taiwan
Regulatory Body
Sports Administration, Ministry of Education
Types of Regulated Games
Sports betting (sports lottery only)
Market Coverage
Local
Regulator's Reputation
Good
Legal Entity Requirements
Operator must be a locally incorporated company with over 50% equity owned by a local person or institution
Minimum Share Capital
NT$2 billion paid-in capital
Directors and Shareholders Requirements
Directors, supervisors, and executives must have no gambling- or financial crime-related imprisonment convictions
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Requirements
Subject to local money laundering laws and financial institution standards; wagering and payout transactions must be carried out through financial institutions
Reporting Requirements
Issuer must submit monthly operational and financial reports, profit/loss charts, payout summaries, and profit distribution to the competent authority by the 15th of the next month
Audit Requirements
Internal controls and auditing system must be established and implemented by the operator; subject to audit by the competent authority
Software Certification Requirements
Gaming, lottery, and betting software require secure transaction systems certified by professional organizations
Payment System Requirements
All transactions involving bets and prize payments must use authorized financial institutions
Server Location Requirements
Not explicitly specified in publicly available sources
Domain Name Requirements
Not explicitly specified in publicly available sources
Language Support Requirements
Platform and support provided in local language (Traditional Chinese)
Currency Support Requirements
Local currency (New Taiwan Dollar)
Background Checks
Directors/supervisors/executives must have clean criminal records regarding gambling or financial crimes
License Scope Restrictions
Only betting on designated international sporting events through government-authorized operators; betting on local events or through unauthorized apps is prohibited
Jurisdictional Tax Compliance
Must comply with Taiwan’s corporate and gaming taxes
Player Data Storage Requirements
Must ensure strict confidentiality of player and winner information, except as required by law
License Application Transparency
Public selection process for operator consortium by the competent authority
Regulatory Contact Point
Sports Administration, Ministry of Education
Compliance Officer Requirement
Not explicitly specified in publicly available sources
Legal Dispute Resolution
Subject to judicial procedures under Taiwan’s Code of Criminal Procedure and the Criminal Code
License Transferability
Not explicitly specified in publicly available sources
Sub-Licensing Rules
Not explicitly specified in publicly available sources
License Cost
Not explicitly specified in publicly available sources
Annual Fees
Not explicitly specified in publicly available sources
Income Taxes
Company must comply with Taiwanese tax laws; specific rates not detailed in available sources
Player Winnings Taxes
20% withholding tax and 0.4% stamping tax on winnings exceeding NT$5,000; winnings under NT$5,000 are tax-exempt
Financial Guarantees
Not explicitly specified in publicly available sources
Application Processing Time
Not explicitly specified in publicly available sources
Required Documents
Not explicitly specified in publicly available sources
Business Plan Requirements
Not explicitly specified in publicly available sources
Internal Policy Requirements
Must implement internal auditing, AML, and responsible gaming policies
Testing Requirements
Secure trading systems must be certified by a professional organization
Certification Requirements
Lottery and betting systems certification by recognized bodies (e.g., GLI, WLA SCS and ISO27001 recommended in industry)
Marketing Restrictions
Strict rules regarding advertising and promotion to prevent illegal gambling
Responsible Gaming Measures
Operators required to publicize information on problem gambling, addiction risks, and offer access to treatment
Self-Exclusion System
Self-exclusion mechanisms available on demand; account closure accessible to players
Age Verification Procedures
Persons under 20 years old, employees, and athletes in relevant games are prohibited from betting; strict age verification enforced
KYC Procedures
Identity verification system required and certified
Customer Support Standards
Local language customer support provided
Complaint Handling Procedures
Not explicitly specified in publicly available sources
Player Funds Protection
Not explicitly specified in publicly available sources
Payout Timelines
Winning tickets must be redeemed within 3 months with valid identification
Bonus and Promotion Regulations
Not explicitly specified in publicly available sources
Permitted Games List
Only pre-approved international sporting events as determined by the competent authority
Betting Limits
Maximum transaction amount per bet is NT$100,000
RTP Requirements
Not explicitly specified in publicly available sources
Jackpot Regulations
Not explicitly specified in publicly available sources
Live Game Requirements
Not explicitly specified in publicly available sources
Mobile App Compliance
Only government-authorized official online/mobile channels allowed; unauthorized betting apps illegal
Security Standards
Secure transaction system certification required from professional bodies
Encryption Requirements
Not explicitly specified in publicly available sources
Backup Requirements
Not explicitly specified in publicly available sources
Monitoring Systems
Operational audit by competent authority required; internal controls must be established
Operation Logging
Not explicitly specified in publicly available sources
Anti-Fraud Systems
Obligated to cooperate with law enforcement to prevent fraud and corruption; severe penalties for manipulation
Technical Support Availability
Local tech team provided as part of Sportradar partnership
License Duration
10 years for the current (third) license period, 2024–2033
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Fines from NT$30,000 up to NT$50 million, license suspension/termination, and for severe manipulation cases, imprisonment up to life
Ownership Change Rules
Not explicitly specified in publicly available sources
Dispute Arbitration
Judicial recourse per local laws
Charity Contributions
10% of profits allocated to public welfare lottery, 90% to support the development of sports in Taiwan
Staff Training Requirements
Lottery reserves a percentage of agent outlets for persons with specialized knowledge in sports, such as retired professional athletes
Official Address
Sports Administration, Ministry of Education, 7th Fl., No.1, Sec. 1, Zhongxiao E. Rd., Zhongzheng Dist., Taipei City 100, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
Online Application Portal
https://www.sa.gov.tw/
Work Hours
Monday–Friday, 09:00–18:00
FAQ Question 1
What is Taiwan Sports Lottery Licence?
FAQ Answer 1
The Taiwan Sports Lottery Licence is a state-issued authorization permitting legal sports betting operations on selected international sports events through the official Sports Lottery channels in Taiwan.
FAQ Question 2
Which jurisdiction issues Taiwan Sports Lottery Licence?
FAQ Answer 2
The licence is issued by the Sports Administration, Ministry of Education of Taiwan.
FAQ Question 3
What is the cost of obtaining Taiwan Sports Lottery Licence?
FAQ Answer 3
Information not found in publicly available sources.
FAQ Question 4
What are the main requirements for Taiwan Sports Lottery Licence?
FAQ Answer 4
The operator must be a locally incorporated company with majority local ownership, NT$2 billion paid-in capital, pass strict criminal background checks, comply with AML and internal control regulations, offer certified secure transaction systems, and ensure adherence to responsible gaming and player protection laws.