License Name
Casino Licence Uruguay (officially licensed by the Ministerio de Economía y Finanzas)
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Issuing Country/Region
Uruguay
Regulatory Body
Ministerio de Economía y Finanzas (Ministry of Economy and Finance), Uruguay
Types of Regulated Games
Land-based casino games including table games and slot machines
Market Coverage
Local
Regulator's Reputation
Good
Legal Entity Requirements
Company must be registered in Uruguay
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Requirements
Casinos must comply with national anti-money laundering regulations as per Uruguayan law
Reporting Requirements
Casinos must submit regular reports to the Ministry of Economy and Finance
Audit Requirements
Subject to audits by regulatory authorities
Legal Compliance Costs
Casinos must cover costs related to legal compliance, licensure, and regulatory fees
License Scope Restrictions
Only authorizes land-based casino gambling, online gambling is regulated separately
Jurisdictional Tax Compliance
Casinos must comply with Uruguayan tax obligations for gaming activity
Player Data Storage Requirements
Must comply with data storage laws of Uruguay
License Application Transparency
Supervised and administered via Ministry protocols and public notifications
Regulatory Contact Point
Ministerio de Economía y Finanzas, Uruguay
Compliance Officer Requirement
Appointment of a Responsible Gaming Compliance Officer is required
Local Partnership Requirements
Casino operators often partner with Uruguayan entities or authorities
Legal Dispute Resolution
Disputes resolved under Uruguayan law, subject to administrative and judicial review
License Transferability
Licenses are not transferable; new licensure required for new operators
Sub-Licensing Rules
Sub-licensing is not permitted; license is directly issued per operator
License Cost
License fees vary based on casino project, location, and investment commitment
Annual Fees
Annual licensing and regulatory fees set by the Ministry
Income Taxes
Casinos subject to specific gaming tax rates as determined by Uruguayan legislation
Financial Guarantees
Bank guarantees or bonds required as part of the licensing process
Application Processing Time
Timeline dependent on project size and regulatory assessment
Required Documents
Corporate documents, background checks, project proposals, financial plans
Business Plan Requirements
Comprehensive business and gaming operations plan required
Internal Policy Requirements
Written procedures for AML, KYC, responsible gaming, and operational protocols required
Testing Requirements
Gaming equipment and software must comply with national standards
Physical Office Requirements
Must maintain a registered office in Uruguay
Responsible Gaming Measures
Compliance with responsible gambling programs and policies mandated
Self-Exclusion System
Casinos must implement a self-exclusion mechanism for players
Age Verification Procedures
Strict enforcement of 18+ age requirement
KYC Procedures
Customer identity must be verified per AML standards
Customer Support Standards
Local language support required
Complaint Handling Procedures
Operators must address patron complaints per Ministry regulations
Player Funds Protection
Player funds must be segregated as per national regulation
Bonus and Promotion Regulations
Promotions must comply with Ministry guidelines
Permitted Games List
Approved games include table games, slot machines, and other Ministry-approved casino games
Security Standards
Compliance with Uruguayan national security and operational standards
Encryption Requirements
Data protection through secure systems required
License Duration
License duration and renewal period set by Ministry approval
Renewal Procedure
Renewal must be approved by the Ministry, subject to demonstrated compliance
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Fines, suspension or revocation of license for regulatory violations
Dispute Arbitration
Disputes may be referred to administrative or judicial review as per Uruguayan law
Official Address
Ministerio de Economía y Finanzas, Colonia 1089, 11100 Montevideo, Uruguay
FAQ Question 1
What is Casino Licence Uruguay (Ministerio de Economía y Finanzas)?
FAQ Answer 1
A formal authorization from Uruguay’s Ministry of Economy and Finance for operating land-based casinos within the country.
FAQ Question 2
Which jurisdiction issues Casino Licence Uruguay?
FAQ Answer 2
The license is issued by the Ministry of Economy and Finance (Ministerio de Economía y Finanzas) of Uruguay.
FAQ Question 3
What is the cost of obtaining Casino Licence Uruguay?
FAQ Answer 3
License fees and annual costs are determined case-by-case by the Ministry, based on investment, location, and operational scale.
FAQ Question 4
What are the main requirements for Casino Licence Uruguay?
FAQ Answer 4
Key requirements include company registration in Uruguay, compliance with AML regulations, responsible gaming policies, local presence, and Ministry approval.