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St Kitts & Nevis Gaming Licence

A brand-new, low-cost Caribbean gaming licence. Under the Nevis Online Gaming Ordinance 2025, the Nevis Online Gaming Authority issues a single licence covering every vertical — at a flat €28,000, 0% gaming tax, granted in 2–3 months. A fresh, credible alternative to the crowded offshore field. Vantegris runs the whole file.

Last updated · July 2026 · 7-min read

€28,000
Flat licence fee
0%
GGR & foreign-income tax
2–3 mo
To licence
2025
New NOGA regime
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overview

Why St Kitts & Nevis.

The Nevis gaming licence is one of the newest offshore regimes: the Nevis Online Gaming Authority (NOGA) was established under the Nevis Online Gaming Ordinance 2025, operating within the Nevis Island Administration. Nevis is part of the Federation of St Kitts & Nevis, and this is a purpose-built, modern iGaming framework rather than a repurposed old one.

It is designed to be competitive: a single licence covers casino, sports betting, poker, lottery, bingo and eSports; there is 0% gaming tax and, thanks to a territorial system, 0% tax on foreign-sourced income. The licence fee is a flat €28,000 covering the application and your first year, with first-year all-in — including a Nevis company and a resident Reporting Officer — around €34,400. As a new regime it also carries less crowding than long-established offshore names.

One licence, all verticalsCasino, sports betting, poker, lottery, bingo and eSports under a single authorisation.
Flat, low feeA flat €28,000 covering the application and first year — no percentage gaming tax.
0% taxNo gaming/GGR tax and, under a territorial system, 0% on foreign-sourced income.
Modern frameworkA purpose-built 2025 ordinance and a dedicated authority (NOGA), not a legacy regime.

advantages

Why operators pick it.

01Low, predictable cost

A flat €28,000 licence fee and no gaming tax make the economics simple and cheap.

02All verticals in one

A single licence spans casino, betting, poker, lottery, bingo and eSports.

030% tax

No GGR tax, and 0% on foreign-sourced income under Nevis's territorial system.

04Fresh, less-crowded name

A new 2025 regime with a modern framework and less saturation than legacy jurisdictions.

05Reasonable timeline

Licences are typically granted within 2–3 months of a complete file.

head to head

Nevis vs. Anjouan

CriteriaNevisAnjouan
Licence fee€28,000 flat€17,828
Gaming tax0%0% GGR
Local companyRequired (Nevis)Not required
Local officerResident Reporting OfficerNot required
Timeline2–3 months4–8 weeks
Framework2025 (newest)2005 (established)
Best suited toFresh Caribbean base · all verticalsFastest, lowest fee

who it's for

Built for these operators.

Startups & new operatorsTeams wanting a low, flat-fee licence covering every vertical from day one.
Operators wanting a fresh nameBrands that prefer a new, less-crowded jurisdiction over the most saturated offshore names.
Crypto & multi-vertical operatorsOperators running casino, betting, poker and more under one authorisation.
Caribbean-base seekersBusinesses that want a credible Caribbean structure with a territorial 0% tax system.

requirements

Eligibility & docs.

A company incorporated in Nevis (required for the licence).
Due diligence on all UBOs and directors.
A Reporting Officer who is a permanent resident of Nevis.
Fit-and-proper ownership and management.
Background checks on beneficial owners and directors.
No sanctions or disqualifying convictions.
Source-of-funds evidence.
Clean business history.
Corporate documents for the Nevis entity.
Business plan and operating model.
KYC/AML manuals and GDPR-compliant data-privacy policy.
Responsible-gaming tools including self-exclusion.
RNG certification (GLI, iTech Labs or similar).
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step by step

From zero to licence.

  1. Nevis companyIncorporate the Nevis company (typically 5–7 days) and appoint the resident Reporting Officer.≈ 1 week
  2. DocumentationPrepare the business plan, KYC/AML manuals, responsible-gaming tools and RNG certification.1–2 weeks
  3. Application & reviewSubmit to NOGA and pass the review of the company and beneficial owners.2–3 months
  4. Licence & launchOn approval the licence issues and you go live across all verticals.On approval

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pricing

Transparent packages.

Starter Application essentials
  • Nevis company registration
  • Full NOGA application package
  • KYC/AML & responsible-gaming policies
  • Regulator liaison
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Regulatory fees & add-ons
Licence fee (flat, incl. first year)€28,000
Application fee (non-refundable)$2,500–$3,000
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First-year all-in — including company formation and the resident Reporting Officer — is around €34,400. There is no gaming tax and 0% on foreign-sourced income. We quote precisely for your setup.

obligations

Compliance duties.

AML & KYCPlayer identification, monitoring and record-keeping under documented manuals.
Responsible gamingSelf-exclusion, deposit limits and player-protection tools.
Data privacyA GDPR-compliant data-privacy programme.
FairnessRNG certification from a recognised lab (GLI, iTech Labs).
ReportingOngoing reporting to NOGA via the resident Reporting Officer.

technical standards

Technology & IT.

RNG certificationGame maths certified by GLI, iTech Labs or an equivalent lab.
SecurityEncrypted connections, secure hosting and standard cybersecurity controls.
Data protectionGDPR-aligned handling of player and financial data.
Player controlsDeposit limits, self-exclusion and underage-play prevention.

after launch

We stay on after you're live.

Reporting & renewalsManaging NOGA reporting via the Reporting Officer and annual renewals.
Compliance monitoringKeeping KYC/AML, data and responsible-gaming programmes current.
Banking & paymentsBuilding and maintaining PSP and banking relationships.
ScalingAdding verticals, domains or a second jurisdiction as you grow.

market access

Reach & restrictions.

Nevis supports broad international reach, but a licence is not market access. Operators geo-block regulated markets they are not separately licensed in, plus sanctioned and FATF-listed territories.

Restricted / prohibited countries
United StatesUnited KingdomRegulated EU marketsFATF-listed nations

Operators must use GEO-IP blocking for restricted countries and any FATF-blacklisted nation. Non-compliance can lead to licence suspension or revocation.

FAQ

How much does a Nevis gaming licence cost?

The licence fee is a flat €28,000, covering the application and your first year, with a non-refundable application fee of $2,500–$3,000. First-year all-in — including the Nevis company and a resident Reporting Officer — is around €34,400. There is no gaming tax and 0% on foreign-sourced income.

Is Nevis a new gaming jurisdiction?

Yes. The Nevis Online Gaming Authority (NOGA) was established under the Nevis Online Gaming Ordinance 2025 — a purpose-built modern iGaming framework, not a repurposed legacy regime.

What does the licence cover?

A single Nevis licence covers casino games, sports betting, online poker, lottery, bingo and eSports — no separate permit per vertical.

What do I need to qualify?

A Nevis-incorporated company, due diligence on all UBOs and directors, a Reporting Officer who is a permanent Nevis resident, RNG certification and proper KYC/AML, data-privacy and responsible-gaming policies.

How does Nevis compare to Anjouan?

Both are 0%-gaming-tax offshore permits covering all verticals. Anjouan is faster and slightly cheaper (€17,828) with no local officer; Nevis is a newer, less-crowded Caribbean regime with a flat €28,000 fee and a territorial 0% income-tax system. We'll help you choose based on your product and structure.

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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