Licensing · Cost model
What a gambling licence really costs in year one
Pick up to three jurisdictions, set your projected GGR and platform model, and compare the full first-year cost side by side.
$3,000,000
Gross gaming revenue after paying out wins, before bonuses, tax and costs. Used to estimate gaming tax.
Jurisdictions (pick up to 3)
Estimates only, not a quote. Application fees, annual fees and gaming tax vary widely with ownership structure, product mix, target markets and the adviser you use. Gaming tax here is a flat approximation applied to GGR — several of these jurisdictions tax net profit or cap the charge. Always confirm with the regulator or a licensing adviser before you budget.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a gambling licence cost in year one?
It ranges widely: an offshore licence like Anjouan can be roughly $70–90k all-in, Curaçao around $120–160k, and a tier-1 licence like Malta $300k or more.
Is the gaming tax applied to GGR or profit?
This tool applies a flat approximate rate to GGR for every jurisdiction to keep the comparison simple. Several jurisdictions actually tax net profit, tax turnover, or cap the charge.
What is not included in the estimate?
Fixed opex (salaries, hosting), marketing, ongoing legal, payment-provider rolling reserves and one-off costs. Treat the total as an order-of-magnitude planning figure.