Offshore gaming licence from the ABGB with 0% gaming tax
Anjouan Gaming Licence
One of the quickest licensed routes into online gaming in 2026. A single ABGB permit covers casino, sportsbook, poker, eSports and crypto — with no local office, zero tax on gaming revenue and a live product in four to eight weeks. Vantegris runs the whole file end to end, from incorporation to the issued licence.
What is the Anjouan gaming licence?
The Anjouan gaming licence is granted by the Anjouan Betting & Gaming Board (ABGB) under the Computer Gaming Licensing Act (2005). It is widely used by crypto casinos, although the regulator publishes no crypto-specific rulebook — the crypto AML programme, from Travel Rule data to on-chain screening, is the operator's own to build. The result is one of the more accessible entry points in the regulated offshore market: one B2C authorisation spans every major vertical, nobody needs to set foot on the island, and the €17,828 annual fee sits well below Curaçao's €47,450 and Tobique's €36,000 first-year fee.
Most first applications stall on the corporate structure. We set up the Costa Rica applicant and file through a registered agent. Vantegris has taken 300+ operators, from crypto casinos to B2B platform suppliers, through the full licensing cycle without cutting compliance corners.
Why operators pick Anjouan
No tax on gross gaming revenue. Corporate tax follows the licensed company, not the licence: in our structure that is a Costa Rica applicant company, and we set out its tax position with you before you file.
Operating under the Computer Gaming Licensing Act with a public register gives players and partners something concrete to trust.
Serve a wide span of international markets, using GEO-IP tooling to fence off restricted territories cleanly.
Most files clear in four to eight weeks, with incorporation and submissions handled remotely — no travel, no local footprint.
Setup and annual fees sit well below established regimes, which makes it the natural first licence for startups and new entrants.
Anjouan vs. Curaçao
| Criteria | Anjouan | Curaçao |
|---|---|---|
| Annual cost | €17,828 | €47,450 (+ €4,592 application) |
| Timeline | 4–8 weeks | 3–6 months |
| Local entity | Not required | Required |
| Resident director | Not required | Required (or local mgmt) |
| Compliance officer | Recommended | Required |
| PSP / banking acceptance | Growing | Wider than most offshore |
| Crypto payments | Widely used; no crypto rulebook | Permitted under CGA crypto rules |
| Best suited to | Startups, crypto and speed | Established B2C brands |
Who the Anjouan gaming licence suits
Anjouan gaming licence requirements
How to get an Anjouan gaming licence
- Preparation Set up the applicant company in Costa Rica and get personal and corporate documents in order. 1–2 weeks
- File the application Complete the forms, finalise the business plan and policies, then submit to the ABGB through an agent. 1–2 weeks
- Background check Identity, proof-of-address, professional-history and source-of-funds review for every director, shareholder and UBO. 1–2 weeks
- Due diligence & go live The Board reviews key individuals, structure, funds and technical documentation. The licence issues and you launch. 1–2 weeks
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How much does an Anjouan gaming licence cost?
- Applicant company set up in Costa Rica
- Full document package for the application
- Preparation of the licence application forms
- Regulator liaison throughout the application
- Everything in Starter
- Terms & Conditions
- AML/CFT policies
- Responsible & underage-gaming policies
- Privacy Notice
- Help opening an EMI / neobank account
- Everything in Standard
- Payment-agent company incorporated in Cyprus
- Nominee directorship
- Corporate accounts for both entities
Year-one totals, including corporate structure, compliance infrastructure and payment setup, typically land between €40,000 and €70,000 depending on your operational model.
Compliance obligations in Anjouan
Technical & IT standards in Anjouan
After you go live in Anjouan
Which markets an Anjouan licence reaches
Anjouan opens wide access across Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe and parts of Latin America, but not everywhere. Brazil is now closed to offshore operators by Medida Provisória 1,394. Several major markets are closed by policy or international obligation, and operators must GEO-block them. Non-compliance can cost you the licence.
Operators must use GEO-IP blocking for restricted countries and any FATF-blacklisted nation. Non-compliance can lead to licence suspension or revocation.
Anjouan gaming licence FAQ
How much does an Anjouan gambling licence cost?
The official licence fee is €17,828 per year, among the lowest in the offshore iGaming market, and covers casino, sports betting, poker, eSports and lotteries under one authorisation. Each additional domain costs €500. A B2B licence is priced identically. Year-one totals, including corporate structure, compliance infrastructure and payment setup, usually run €40,000–€70,000 depending on your operational model — our Anjouan gaming licence cost breakdown itemises every line.
Anjouan vs. Comoros gambling licence — what's the difference?
They are the same product. Anjouan is one of the islands of the Union of Comoros, and licensing runs at island level: permits are issued by the Anjouan Betting & Gaming Board (ABGB). The two terms are used interchangeably across the industry.
How does Anjouan compare to Curaçao?
On cost, speed and compliance load. Anjouan is €17,828/year, needs no local presence and approves in 4–8 weeks. Curaçao costs more (€47,450 a year for a B2C licence), takes 3–6 months and requires a local entity, a resident director or local management, and a compliance officer. The trade-off: Curaçao carries broader PSP and banking acceptance, while Anjouan is faster, cheaper and better for startups and emerging-market operators.
Do I need a local office or director in Anjouan?
No. Anjouan requires no physical presence on the island — no local office, no resident director and no local staff. The whole file can be handled remotely through an agent.
Can I take crypto payments under an Anjouan licence?
Yes. Anjouan is a common home for crypto casinos. The regulator publishes no crypto-specific rulebook, though, so the AML programme for crypto flows (Travel Rule data on qualifying transfers, on-chain wallet screening, sanctions checks) is the operator's own to build and evidence.
Do B2B suppliers need their own licence?
Since July 2025, developers, platform providers, payment-technology suppliers and aggregators serving Anjouan-licensed B2C operators must hold a direct Anjouan B2B licence or an approved B2B Recognition Certificate.
Reviewed by the Vantegris licensing team. Last updated September 2026. This page is general information, not legal advice. Licensing requirements vary by jurisdiction and change over time.
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