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Usually Malta Online Gambling License is a good choice for growing businesses. Early startups rarely choose this license due to higher costs and longer application times. This license is usually referred to as the Bentley of all licenses and stands for a good reputation, high standards, and player trust. If you are a growing company and planning your expansion to Europe, the Malta online gambling license is the perfect choice!

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Curacao's gambling license is currently undergoing some important regulatory changes. This affects all active operators, software providers, and platform providers. We recommend you to talk to one of our experts before applying for a Curacao license. Beware of scammers who claim that it's easy to get the Curacao gambling license. You can lose your money.

Benefits of the
Malta Online Gaming License

Access to markets
This Malta Gambling License allows companies to operate in countries where there are no local prohibitions on gambling or where local licenses are available. Malta is also a member of the European Union, which gives license holders access to a huge market in EU countries.
Reputation
The Maltese license is a symbol of excellence and ensures the confidence of players. The MGA takes its regulatory role seriously and aims to ensure a fair and safe gambling environment for players. This ensures that operators are consistently upholding the highest standards of fairness, security, and responsible gaming practices.
5% effective tax rate
Malta offers various tax benefits and incentives that can help companies optimize their tax payments. Maltese tax laws allow companies to reduce their effective corporate tax rate to 5% by distributing their profits to Maltese holding companies. This is useful for online gambling companies that focus on the European market, as it allows for drastic tax optimization through business entity structuring.
Cover all gaming verticals
The Malta Gaming Commission offers four different license types that cover all possible areas of the gambling industry.
  • License type 1 allows you to offer casino games, online lotteries and virtual sports betting.
  • License type 2 allows online casinos, poker rooms and other similar games.
  • License type 3 is for peer-to-peer games, betting exchanges and poker networks.
  • License type 4 is the B2B license.
Variety of games and payment options
You get access to 100% of the software providers and all the payment system providers you need for your target markets.

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Process of obtaining a Malta
online gambling
license

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Pre-Approval Stage
In the pre-approval phase, we check if you are ready to apply for the Malta gambling license. We review the information you provide to understand if you are ready to apply for the license. We believe that this is a very important step, as it helps to avoid mistakes before you make the first payment.
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The Application Process
This is where the work begins. We'll help you gather all the documents in one step so you don't have to go around in circles doing the same tedious work. This will ensure that you are ready for the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) suitability test. A well-prepared business plan explains your vision to the MGA - things like target audience and competitive positioning.
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Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) Fit & Proper Test
During this test, the MGA will check your integrity, financial stability, and the professional qualifications required to operate an online gambling business. The background of your shareholders, UBOs, and directors will be checked by international regulators and law enforcement agencies. This is where the pre-approval phase really pays off, as we can avoid any unpleasant surprises.
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Business Planning
The business plan is expected to provide a comprehensive overview of the planned venture and to include various aspects such as marketing strategy, human resource planning (HR), and growth targets. Our team is dedicated to assisting you in crafting a comprehensive and meticulously prepared business plan that will facilitate a smooth and successful progression through the application process.
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Operational and Statutory Requirements
During the assessment process, the MGA carefully considers whether you're ready to run your gambling business. This includes reviewing important documents such as your founding documents, operating policies, gaming systems, technical equipment, and gaming rules. It's also important that you meet the minimum capital requirements, which depend on the type of license you're applying for. We will make sure that your application is complete and of high quality to avoid reapplication.
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Final Systems Review before the license is granted by the MGA
You need to set up your technical environment to go live within a certain time frame. If you don't complete the setup within that timeframe, your application will be suspended and you'll need to reapply. Please note that minimal changes to your original application are expected at this stage. Significant changes to your gaming system will require a new application. Once the certification process is successfully completed, the MGA will issue you a license for five years.

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How long does it take to get a Malta Gaming License?
Although the steps are fairly simple, the real goal is to determine if you need the license at this stage of your business, a framework that will benefit your business in many ways, including tax optimization. Below are some steps to follow when applying for a Malta Gambling license - choosing the type of license, preparing the required documents, setting up a business, application and due diligence process, compliance check, payment and ongoing compliance.
What are the steps to follow when applying for a Malta Gaming License?
Although the steps are fairly simple, the real goal is to determine if you need the license at this stage of your business, a framework that will benefit your business in many ways, including tax optimization. Below are some steps to follow when applying for a Malta Gambling license - choosing the type of license, preparing the required documents, setting up a business, application and due diligence process, compliance check, payment and ongoing compliance.

What will you get working with LicenseGentlemen.com

Quick turnaround.
We focus only on licensing and structuring to guarantee you get your license as soon as possible. Without any delays. We achieve this by maintaining our relationships with all key regulators which is important during the application process because it allows us to resolve issues quickly without wasting time.
Your business needs to make money
In addition to licensing, you also need to make sure that the entire setup is done properly - you need to be able to connect payment system providers and generate cash flow. You stand to gain a lot more if your companies are located in the right jurisdictions that allow you to optimize taxes. Instead of opening just any business, we'll carefully review your business and show you options that can save you hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Ongoing Support
We understand you want immediate answers. You'll have a dedicated channel where you can ask any question and get an answer immediately, saving you days and allowing you to get licensed quickly.
Free Consultation
With over 300 successful projects, we have worked with more than 300 companies and not just delivered the license. We'll show you the best platforms you need for your needs. You'll also learn which payment solutions are right for your market and work like clockwork on your website.

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