Latin America · SEGOB/DGJS · 25-year permits
Mexico (SEGOB) Gaming Licence
Access to one of Latin America's biggest regulated markets — but not with a simple licence. Mexico issues no standalone online permit; you operate under an existing SEGOB permit, via a Mexican entity or a permit-holder partnership. The upside is 25-year permits; the catch is a rising tax (30%, heading to 50%). Vantegris structures the right entry route.
overview
What is the Mexico (SEGOB) gaming licence?
Mexico is a large, established regulated gaming market — but its licensing works differently from anywhere else on this site, and it's important to understand that before you commit. There is no standalone online gaming licence. Online operations must run as an extension of an existing land-based permit issued by the Dirección General de Juegos y Sorteos (DGJS) within SEGOB, under the 1947 Federal Gaming and Raffles Law and its 2004 regulation.
A November 2023 presidential decree tightened the regime — banning new slot-machine permits and, per legal analysis, ending the old sub-licensing arrangements. In practice, foreign operators enter by forming a Mexican legal entity and operating under a permit-holder's authorisation (the model used by large operators entering the market). Permits run an unusually long 25 years, extendable by 15, but the fiscal trade-off is steep: iGaming tax is 30% and the 2026 fiscal package raises it toward 50%. Vantegris structures the right, compliant entry route for your case.
advantages
Why operators pick Mexico (SEGOB)
One of Latin America's largest regulated gaming markets, with real scale and demand.
25-year terms (plus a 15-year extension) give stability no offshore permit matches.
A SEGOB-authorised operation carries domestic regulatory standing.
Proven permit-holder partnership structures let foreign operators enter compliantly.
We map the real, compliant route and the true tax cost before you invest — no rosy shortcuts.
head to head
Mexico vs. an offshore permit
| Criteria | Mexico (SEGOB) | Offshore (e.g. Anjouan) |
|---|---|---|
| Market type | Large regulated domestic | Offshore, international |
| Licence | Under existing permit | Direct, standalone |
| Local entity | Mexican entity required | Not required |
| Term | 25 years (+15) | Annual |
| Tax | 30% → 50% | 0% GGR |
| Timeline | Longer, structure-dependent | 4–8 weeks |
| Best suited to | Operators targeting Mexico onshore | International offshore reach |
who it's for
Who the Mexico (SEGOB) gaming licence suits
requirements
Mexico (SEGOB) gaming licence requirements
step by step
How to get a Mexico (SEGOB) gaming licence
- Route & structuring We assess whether an own permit or a permit-holder partnership is the right, compliant entry for you. Days
- Mexican entity Incorporate the Mexican legal entity and complete tax and corporate registrations. Weeks
- Permit arrangement Put the SEGOB permit or permit-holder authorisation and agreements in place. Variable
- Launch & compliance Go live under the authorisation with AML/KYC, responsible gaming and tax compliance running. On completion
Not sure Mexico (SEGOB) is the right fit?
Tell us your product and target markets — we'll confirm whether Mexico (SEGOB) or another jurisdiction gets you live fastest, at the lowest all-in cost.
pricing
How much does a Mexico (SEGOB) gaming licence cost?
- Compliant entry-route assessment
- Permit vs partnership analysis
- Tax and cost modelling
- Go / no-go recommendation
- Everything in Assessment
- Mexican entity incorporation
- Permit-holder arrangement
- AML/KYC & compliance build
- Everything in Turnkey
- Banking & payment introductions
- Corporate accounts
- Ongoing compliance support
Mexico's cost is driven by the permit/partnership structure and local substance, not a published licence fee — and by the tax, which is 30% now and rising toward 50% under the 2026 fiscal package. We model the full, honest economics for your entry route before you commit.
obligations
Compliance obligations in Mexico (SEGOB)
technical standards
Technical & IT standards in Mexico (SEGOB)
after launch
After you go live in Mexico (SEGOB)
market access
Which markets a Mexico (SEGOB) licence reaches
A SEGOB-authorised operation targets the regulated Mexican domestic market. It is not international offshore reach — if your goal is broad offshore markets, a licence like Anjouan or Curaçao is the better route. Mexico is for operators who specifically want Mexico.
Operators must use GEO-IP blocking for restricted countries and any FATF-blacklisted nation. Non-compliance can lead to licence suspension or revocation.
Mexico (SEGOB) gaming licence FAQ
Can I get a standalone online gambling licence in Mexico?
No. As of 2026 Mexico issues no standalone online gaming licence. Online operations run as an extension of an existing land-based permit from the DGJS (within SEGOB). Foreign operators enter by forming a Mexican entity and operating under a permit-holder's authorisation.
How long is a Mexican permit valid?
Permits are granted for 25 years, with an option to extend for a further 15 — an unusually long, stable term compared with annual offshore permits.
What tax will I pay?
iGaming is currently taxed at 30%, and the government's 2026 fiscal package raises it toward 50%, on top of standard corporate obligations. It is a high-tax, high-scale market — we model the real economics before you enter.
Do I need a Mexican company?
Yes. Only entities incorporated under Mexican law can operate, so foreign operators either incorporate locally or partner with an existing permit holder. Sub-licensing was restricted by the November 2023 decree, so the structure must be set up carefully.
Is Mexico right for me?
Mexico suits operators who specifically want its large regulated domestic market and can absorb the tax and structuring cost. If you want broad international offshore reach, an offshore permit is a better and far cheaper route — we'll tell you honestly which fits.
Reviewed by the Vantegris licensing team · Last updated July 2026. This page is general information, not legal advice. Licensing requirements vary by jurisdiction and change over time.
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