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Regulations

The Online Gaming Regulations are the legal framework under which the Niisitapi Gaming Commission licenses and supervises remote gaming. They came into force on 30 October 2026. They set clear, proportionate rules so that licensed gaming is fair, secure and responsibly run, in keeping with our values of integrity, fairness and accountability.

Who they apply to

The Regulations apply to every business licensed by the Commission:

  • B2C Licensees, which offer games of chance, betting and event contracts, casino, skill and social games directly to players;
  • B2B Licensees, which supply games, platforms, hosting and aggregation services to licensed operators.

Licensed services are offered only to players outside the territory of Niisitapi.

Licensing

  • A Full License runs for at least five years and can be renewed.
  • A Provisional License of up to six months is available to applicants who already hold a recognized licence elsewhere, while their full application is assessed.
  • All owners, controllers and key persons are subject to due diligence and suitability checks.

Protecting players

  • Player funds are kept separate from company money and fully covered at all times.
  • Withdrawals are paid within five working days once checks are complete.
  • Responsible gaming tools are mandatory, including age verification, deposit limits, cooling-off and self-exclusion.
  • Every player has access to a fair complaints process and to an independent dispute resolution body approved by the Commission.

Integrity and oversight

Licensees must run risk-based controls against money laundering, terrorist financing and sanctions evasion, and must protect personal data. They must meet strict technical and security standards and report incidents to the Commission. The Commission supervises compliance through reporting, inspections and audits. Where needed, it takes proportionate enforcement action, and its decisions can be reviewed or appealed.

Supporting documents

The Regulations are supported by the Commission’s Policies, Codes of Practice and Guidelines:

Published Regulations