Offshore
Tuvalu online gaming license
A newer offshore license with a single license covering casino, betting, poker, lottery and B2B supply. No local company or staff are required, and applications run through the authority’s appointed representative.
License types
What Tuvalu licenses
One license
Covers casino, sports and esports betting, poker, lottery, bingo and B2B supply.
No local presence
A company incorporated elsewhere can apply.
Annual term
Licenses run for one year and renew annually.
Requirements
What the regulator expects
- Applicant company in an acceptable jurisdiction
- Mandatory compliance officer
- Fit-and-proper and sanctions screening of owners and directors
- Certified passports and proof of address
- AML/KYC, age verification and responsible gaming policies
- Business plan and technical evidence
Process
How the application runs
- 1Pre-approvalIdentity and corporate documents screened.
- 2PreparationCorporate structure and document pack.
- 3ApplicationFiled through the appointed representative.
- 4ReviewDue diligence, a few weeks once the file is complete.
- 5LicenseLicense issued for one year.
After licensing
Ongoing obligations
- Annual renewal
- AML compliance and license conditions
- Geo-blocking of restricted markets
Good to know
- The license does not cover the United States, the United Kingdom, the EU or Australia, which require local licenses.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a company in Tuvalu?
No. Companies incorporated in most jurisdictions can apply.
Which markets are excluded?
The US, the UK, the EU and Australia, plus sanctioned and FATF-listed jurisdictions.
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