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Live Casino Licence
Live dealer is the fastest-growing casino vertical. If you stream tables from a provider, your casino licence covers it. If you run the studio, you're a supplier. We license both sides.
overview
What licence does a live dealer casino need?
Live casino runs on a split model: studios operate the physical tables, cameras and dealers; operators plug those streams into their sites and take the bets. Each side carries its own authorisation, and the licence you need depends entirely on which side you're on.
For operators — the overwhelming majority of enquiries — live dealer needs no special permit: any casino licence on our offshore routes (Anjouan, KUNAISA, Tobique, Curaçao, Kahnawake) covers live tables streamed from licensed studio providers. The studio's own certification covers the fairness of the table; your licence covers the wagering. You contract the studio, integrate, and you're live.
If you're building the studio itself — premises, tables, dealers, streaming infrastructure — you're a B2B supplier. Regulators treat studios more like broadcast-plus-gaming facilities: premises inspections, surveillance requirements, dealer procedures. It's a heavier file, and jurisdiction choice is narrower. We scope it case by case alongside our supplier practice.
your options
Licence routes for a live dealer casino
Anjouan, KUNAISA or Tobique — stream any licensed studio's tables under one low-cost licence, live in about a month.
Curaçao or Kahnawake for live-heavy brands where card processing volume justifies the higher fee.
Building tables and streaming them to operators — supplier authorisation with premises requirements. Scoped case by case.
head to head
Live casino routes compared
| Route | First-year cost | Timeline | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anjouan (operator) | from €17,828/yr | 4–8 weeks | Cheapest live-inclusive licence |
| KUNAISA (operator) | €19,500/yr (incl. 2 domains) | ~4 weeks | Fastest live launch |
| Tobique (operator) | €36,000 first year | 4–6 weeks | Crypto-first live brands |
| Curaçao (operator) | €47,450/yr + ≈€4,592 app | 3–6 months | High card-volume live brands |
| Kahnawake (operator) | ≈$50–75k initial all-in | 8–16 weeks | Established name, 0% tax |
| Own studio (supplier) | scoped | varies | Building/streaming your own tables |
requirements
Live casino licence requirements
step by step
How to get a live casino licence
- Scope call Your live casino, target markets, payment mix and budget — we shortlist the licence routes that actually fit and give you an all-in number. Day 1
- Company & structure We set up the licensed entity where the regulator wants it and the operating structure around it — cleanly, so banking doesn't choke later. Week 1–2
- File & evidence KYC on owners, business plan, AML/RG policies, studio integration agreements — we assemble the full file and handle every regulator query. Week 2–4
- Licence & rails Licence issued; merchant accounts, PSPs and crypto rails plugged in around it. You launch, we stay on for renewals and compliance. From week 4
Want the shortlist for a live dealer casino?
Tell us your product, target markets and payment mix — we'll confirm the route that gets you live fastest at the lowest all-in cost, with the number itemised.
costs
How much does a live casino licence cost?
Regulator schedules shown; studio-provider commercial terms (revenue share / fixed) are separate from licensing. Our service fee is itemised — ask for the all-in for a live-led launch.
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Where to license a live dealer casino
Live casino licence FAQ
Do I need a special licence for live dealer games?
As an operator, no — live tables streamed from licensed studio providers are covered by your standard casino licence. The dedicated authorisation only exists on the studio side.
What does a live casino licence cost?
The same as a casino licence, because it is one: from €17,828/yr (Anjouan) or €19,500/yr (KUNAISA). The bigger line item in live is usually the studio provider's commercial terms, not the licence.
Can I mix live tables with slots and betting on one licence?
Yes — offshore licences authorise the full stack. Most live-led brands run slots and a sportsbook off the same licence and entity.
I want to open my own live studio — what's involved?
Supplier authorisation with real premises requirements: surveillance, dealer procedures, equipment standards, plus operator-facing certification. Jurisdiction options are narrower than operator routes — talk to us and we'll scope which regimes fit a studio build.
Which studio providers can I integrate offshore?
The major live providers all serve offshore-licensed operators, with market-level restrictions per their own licences. We check your target GEOs against the provider's market list during scoping so there are no surprises at integration.
other products
Licensing something other than a live dealer casino?
Reviewed by the Vantegris licensing team. This page is general information, not legal advice. Fee schedules and timelines mirror our jurisdiction pages and change when regulators change them.
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Start your live casino licence file.
Tell us the product — we'll map the licence, banking and structure that gets it live. Free, confidential, no obligation — most enquiries get a reply within 24 hours.