Latin America
Colombia online gambling concession (Coljuegos)
Colombia was the first regulated online gambling market in Latin America. Operators sign a concession contract with Coljuegos covering the approved games, after technical certification and financial guarantees.
License types
What Colombia licenses
Concession
A multi-year concession contract, typically five years, listing the approved games.
Guarantees
Bank guarantees or insurance covering prizes and player funds.
Advertising
Ads must identify the operator as authorized by Coljuegos.
Requirements
What the regulator expects
- Colombian corporate structure
- Audited financial statements and evidence of funds for player balances
- Laboratory certification by a Coljuegos-authorized lab
- Technical, reporting and data-storage compliance
- SIPLAFT AML framework and compliance officer
Process
How the application runs
- 1StructureColombian entity.
- 2CertificationPlatform and games certified.
- 3ApplicationApplication to Coljuegos.
- 4ContractConcession contract and guarantees.
- 5LaunchGo-live under Coljuegos supervision.
After licensing
Ongoing obligations
- Reporting to Coljuegos
- SIPLAFT AML program
- Bonus recording and reporting
- Advertising and minor protection rules
Good to know
- Coljuegos consulted on new bonus rules in 2025; we confirm current requirements.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a Colombian company?
Yes. The concession is signed by a Colombian legal entity.
How long is the concession?
Typically five years.
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