Gaming License:Curacao

In a recent statement, the Curacao Gambling Control Board (GCB) confirmed the resumption of its online portal as of July 15, 2024 at 12:01 a.m. local time. GCB has resumed accepting applications in accordance with current NOOGH legislation.

Advantages of the license

What are the advantages of the Curacao license?

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    Processing
    Time

    The licensing process is relatively straightforward; however, while it previously took up to 4 weeks to obtain a license, recent legislative changes may now affect the timeline.

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    Gambling
    Coverage

    The license covers all verticals of the business, including online casinos, sports betting and others.

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    International
    Coverage

    The Curacao license operates on the principle of 'what is not expressly prohibited'. However, there are certain exceptions such as the USA, Germany, France, Australia, the Netherlands and Curaçao itself.

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    Step-by-step guide

    How can we help you with obtaining the license?

    Step 1. Company registration for a license in Curacao

    SUPPORT IN THE PREPARATION OF DOCUMENTS

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      Statement of Compliance

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      Memorandum of Association

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      Articles of Association of the company

    Documents prepared by you

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      Bank statements

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      Certified copy of passport

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      Additional identity document

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      The last utility bill

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      Certificate of no criminal record

    Deadlines

    1. Preliminary Steps

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      3 working days

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      Consultation on choosing a jurisdiction for company registration

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      Collection and verification of documents

    2. Registration Procedures

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      2-5 weeks

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      Submission of an application for name approval

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      Submission of all necessary documents to the registrar

    3. Obtaining company registration documents

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      1 week

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      Obtaining a company registration certificate

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      Obtaining the founding documents of the company

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      Legarithm quickly helped with the choice of license. After the first consultation, I realized that the best option for me is a Malta license. I liked that lawyers offer severaloptions and give the opportunity to choose, rather than imposing only one service. Iam especially grateful to Vladyslav for his help.

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      We - Legarithm

      We take a proactive approach to help you make informed decisions. Our team will help you register a company, open a bank account, choose and get a license, and build a business from scratch. Moreover, we value your time, so we created a platform where you can track the current status of work with all deadlines. Our main goal is to provide excellent service and create strong, long-term relationships built on trust and mutually beneficial cooperation

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      Vladyslav Drapii

      Partner with 12 years of experience in business consulting. Successfully completed 70+ projects in licensing and corporate law.

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      Stanislav Skliarov

      Partner with 12 years of experience in business scaling. Managed 70+ cases across various jurisdictions.

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      Anastasiia Kolomiiets

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      COMMON QUESTIONS

      Frequently Asked Questions

      Can you help with opening an account and connecting a merchant account?

      Yes, we can help with opening a bank account and connecting a merchant account.

      What is an offshore license?

      An offshore license is a license that allows you to operate in several countries at the same time.

      Do I need to physically come to get a license?

      No, not with a Curacao license

      What is a payment agent?

      A payment agent is a company that processes payments on behalf of a licensed company. It is registered in jurisdictions with a high level of trust, which simplifies the procedure for opening accounts. Our specialists will help you choose the appropriate jurisdiction for the payment agent, taking into account your preferences, the possibility of tax optimization and legal requirements.

      What is the cost of the license now?

      Application fee: ANG 9,000 (EUR 4,600) (LOK); Due diligence fee (per person): from ANG 250 (EUR 130) to ANG 500 (EUR 260) (LOK); Monthly fee: ANG 4,000 (EUR 2,050) (LOK); Annual fee: ANG 48,000 (EUR 24,530) (LOK); Domain fee: ANG 500 (USD 260) per year for unlimited domains (LOK)