Malta is a state with one of the most well-regulated systems of gambling activities. This is largely due to the government's loyalty to the gambling business and the presence of a gambling organization — the MGA. This official government agency not only regulates gambling activities but also directly licenses gambling entities.
The license is issued by the MGA to the applicant for five years. After this period, the businessman will be able to extend its validity and continue to conduct gambling activities.
It is necessary to register a local company, for which a license will subsequently be issued. You should select the name of the company, indicate the participants and provide their documents in order to register a company.
The company needs to open a bank account in order to deposit the share capital. Opening an account is a complex process that should be entrusted to professionals. In order to open an account, you should to collect a package of documents and competently conduct further negotiations.
The exact amount of authorized capital depends on the type of the license. The beneficiary must provide documents on the source of origin of funds contributed as authorized capital upon bank's request.
The company must have key positions employees, some of them must be local. We will help with the search and selection of employees.
Office rent is not mandatory, but having one will significantly increase your chances of obtaining a license. We will select a budget option that meets the requirements.
It is necessary to prepare a business plan, and policies. In addition, application forms must be filled out. The client will only need to provide a basic information, on the basis of which we will prepare documents, taking into account local legislation.
It is necessary to submit an application to the regulator after preparing the company and documents. After submitting an application, you must be ready to answer additional questions from the regulator. We will take care of timely and competent answers.
The company receives a license after successfully passing the previous stages. At the same time, it must begin work within six months from the date of receipt of the license. Otherwise, the license may be cancelled.
Malta gambling license provides many advantages for entrepreneurs:
To start a gambling business in Malta and beyond, entrepreneurs must decide on the form of activity and then provide the relevant documents.
Shareholders and main managers must prepare two 3×4 photos and copies of the following documents:
If the businessman is already engaged in the gaming business, a copy of the existing license must also be provided.
All copies must be certified by a notary and translated into English.
To start a gambling business in Malta, business people will need additional documents related directly to the company:
To obtain a Malta gaming license, entrepreneurs must submit a business plan as proof of the success of the business to be conducted. Malta Gaming Authority will make a detailed analysis of the company's development strategy, growth indicators, staff development plan, and so on.
The business plan must include the following information:
In Malta, there is a certain classification of gambling licenses. Depending on the business activity, companies can obtain the following licenses:
Requirements for the minimum amount of paid-up authorized capital:
To open an online casino in Malta, businessmen should choose a Class 1 Malta gaming license as it allows conducting the relevant activities legally.
If you want to obtain a Malta gaming license to conduct gambling activities, you must complete several steps:
Obligatory requirements are the work of the real office in the territory of Malta and the presence in the company of a key-official employee. This person must meet the MGA requirements and hold the position of a director of the company, working in the Maltese office. If these requirements are not met, the Malta gambling license will not be granted.
Our specialists provide a range of services for licensing companies operating in the gambling industry. We will save you time and effort by obtaining a Malta gaming license of the required class.
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