Alderney gaming license
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Alderney gambling licenses provide EU-recognized authorization for online casino, sports betting, poker, and e-gaming operations under the Alderney Gambling Control Commission (AGCC), known for rigorous compliance standards and acceptance by major payment processors. Category 1 licenses cover B2C gambling operators, while Category 2 licenses authorize software suppliers and platform providers, with approval timelines of 3-6 months and initial setup costs ranging from £35,000-£100,000 including application fees, compliance infrastructure, and local company formation.
Legarithm manages AGCC license applications including business plan preparation, technical systems documentation, RNG certification coordination, AML/responsible gaming framework development, and ongoing regulatory compliance.
Alderney gambling license
AGCC Licensing Guide
What operators need to know before applying
Timeline and Process
Clean applications are processed in 4–12 weeks. Speed depends on how quickly your team responds to due diligence requests and how production-ready your platform and documentation are at the time of submission.
Substance and Compliance Obligations
Economic presence in Alderney means real mind-and-management, not just a registered address. Category 1 and 2 licences must sit within an Alderney entity with governance and decision-making aligned to that structure. Associate Certificates offer more flexibility on corporate location but carry the same compliance standards.
Tax Position and Banking
Alderney offers 0% corporate tax, no VAT, and no local gaming duty. However, tax obligations follow your real-world operational footprint. If your teams or target markets are in higher-tax jurisdictions, those liabilities apply regardless of where your licence is held.
Market Access and Geo-Compliance
An AGCC licence allows you to operate in markets where online gambling is legal for non-local licensees. Some jurisdictions — including the UK — require a local licence regardless. Geo-blocking, payment filtering, and marketing controls must be built directly into your product and compliance framework.
Practical roadmap for a startup online casino
Fees and the real cost of obtaining a licence
Alderney keeps the math clean. Licence fees scale with Net Gaming Yield (NGY). There’s an introductory first-year fee, then annual fees that track revenue bands, with a published maximum. There are no hidden local gaming duties layered on top. You do, however, budget for the investigation deposit, ongoing testing, and professional support.
| Licence or certificate | Year 1 fee | From year 2 | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Category 1 Licence | £17,500 | From £35,000 p.a. based on NGY bands (to £30m NGY) | Max fee £400,000 (all activities included) |
| Category 1 Associate | £35,000 | £50,000 p.a. plus NGY bands as per Cat 1 | Max fee £450,000 |
| Category 2 Licence | £17,500 | £35,000 p.a. | Broad activity approval on one licence |
| Category 2 Associate | £35,000 | £50,000 p.a. | For platforms outside the Bailiwick |
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