Online Gaming License: Nevis, Anjouan & Georgia

NK Fintech Advisory connects gaming operators, platform providers and technology businesses with licensing specialists across selected international jurisdictions.

Gaming License Costs and Timeframes Compared

Published regulatory fees, indicative timeframes and licence types for three international gaming licences.

Gaming licence comparison: Nevis, Anjouan and Georgia
NevisAnjouanGeorgia
License typesB2C / B2BB2C / B2BInternational B2C categories; separate B2B permit
Published regulatory fee€28,000€17,828GEL 100,000
Fee frequencyAnnualAnnualAnnual per category
Indicative timeframe8–12 weeksOften 2–6 weeksRegulatory decision within 20 days of a complete application; total setup longer
Suitable forCasino, sportsbook, gaming suppliersCasino, sportsbook, gaming suppliersInternational operators and gaming service providers

Published fees and indicative timeframes as of November 2026. Total costs also include company setup, professional fees, technical certification and any applicable taxes, and are confirmed in a written, jurisdiction-specific proposal.

Gaming Licensing Jurisdictions

An offshore gaming license or international gaming license in each jurisdiction, for B2C operators and B2B suppliers.

Nevis Gaming License

A modern licensing framework for international B2C and B2B gaming businesses.

Established under the Nevis Online Gaming Ordinance 2025, the jurisdiction provides a regulatory framework for online gaming operators and gaming technology providers.

  • Regulatory licence fee: €28,000 annually
  • Estimated timeframe: 8–12 weeks
  • Licence categories: B2C and B2B
  • Activities: Online casino, sports betting and eligible gaming technology services

Best suited for: Operators and gaming suppliers seeking a structured international licensing framework.

Anjouan Gaming License

An accessible licensing option for international gaming operations.

Anjouan offers B2C and B2B gaming licences for eligible operators and service providers, with comparatively lower published regulatory fees.

  • Published licence fee: €17,828 annually
  • Indicative timeframe: 2–6 weeks
  • Licence categories: B2C and B2B
  • Activities: Eligible online casino, betting and gaming-related services

Best suited for: Startups and established gaming businesses evaluating a cost-conscious offshore licensing structure.

Georgia Gaming License

A new international licensing framework for operators targeting markets outside Georgia.

Georgia introduced a dedicated international online gaming regime in 2026, providing separate licensing categories for online casino, slot games and sports betting.

  • Annual regulatory fee: GEL 100,000 per category
  • Licence validity: 5 years, subject to ongoing annual fees and compliance
  • Regulatory decision: Within 20 days of a complete application, with additional preparation and certification time
  • Gaming tax: 5% of Gross Gaming Revenue for applicable international activities
  • Additional requirements: Technical certification, corporate setup and regulatory compliance

Best suited for: International gaming operators evaluating a dedicated regulatory structure with defined licensing categories.

B2C and B2B Gaming Licenses

A B2C gaming license covers operators offering online casino, sports betting or other games directly to players. A B2B gaming license covers suppliers that provide platforms, games or other gaming technology to licensed operators.

Nevis and Anjouan issue both B2C and B2B licences. Georgia’s international regime has separate B2C categories for online casino, slot games and sports betting, and a separate B2B permit.

  • Online casino license
  • Sports betting license
  • B2B license for gaming suppliers and platforms

Gaming License Application Assistance

We assist with jurisdiction selection, application coordination, documentation requirements and introductions to suitable banking and payment providers.

Typical Application Requirements

  • Corporate and ownership documents
  • UBO and director KYC
  • Source-of-funds information
  • Business plan and financial forecasts
  • AML/KYC and responsible-gaming policies
  • Platform and technical documentation
  • Other jurisdiction-specific materials

Our Licensing Support

  • Eligibility and scope discussion
  • Documentation checklist and file preparation
  • Due diligence coordination
  • Liaison with licensing specialists
  • Application tracking and follow-ups

Gaming License and Bank Account

A licence is only one step to going live: you also need a bank or EMI account, and usually payment processing. We introduce licensed operators and gaming suppliers to banks and EMIs that work with the gaming sector, and coordinate both applications so your licensing documents also support your banking onboarding.

Banking for gaming companies

NK Fintech Advisory is not a licensing authority, bank or EMI. Licensing decisions are made by the relevant regulator, and account approval by each provider.

Gaming Licensing FAQ

How much does an online gambling license cost?

Published regulatory fees are €28,000 a year in Nevis, €17,828 a year in Anjouan and GEL 100,000 a year per category in Georgia. Total cost also includes company setup, professional fees, technical certification and any applicable taxes, which we confirm in a written, jurisdiction-specific proposal.

Which offshore gaming license has the lowest cost?

Of these three jurisdictions, Anjouan has the lowest published regulatory fee (€17,828 a year) and often the shortest timeframe (2–6 weeks). The right choice also depends on your target markets, activities, and banking and payment needs.

What does a Nevis gaming license cost?

The Nevis regulatory licence fee is €28,000 a year, with an estimated timeframe of 8–12 weeks. Nevis issues B2C and B2B licences under the Nevis Online Gaming Ordinance 2025.

What does an Anjouan gaming license cost?

The published Anjouan licence fee is €17,828 a year, with an indicative timeframe of 2–6 weeks. Anjouan issues B2C licences, such as an online casino license, and B2B licences for gaming suppliers.

What does a Georgia gaming license cost?

Georgia’s international online gaming regime charges an annual regulatory fee of GEL 100,000 per category, with licences valid for 5 years subject to annual fees and compliance. A 5% gaming tax on Gross Gaming Revenue applies to applicable international activities.

Can I get a B2B gaming license?

Yes. Nevis and Anjouan both issue B2B licences for gaming suppliers and technology providers, and Georgia issues a separate B2B permit alongside its international B2C categories.

Is the Georgia international gaming license for the Georgian market?

No. Georgia’s international regime, introduced in 2026, is for operators targeting markets outside Georgia, with separate categories for online casino, slot games and sports betting.

How long does a gaming license application take?

Indicatively 2–6 weeks in Anjouan and 8–12 weeks in Nevis. In Georgia, the regulator decides within 20 days of a complete application, with additional time for preparation and technical certification.

Can you also help with a bank account for my gaming company?

Yes. We introduce licensed operators and gaming suppliers to banks and EMIs that work with the gaming sector, and can coordinate your gaming licence and bank account together.

Is NK Fintech Advisory a licensing authority?

No. We are a casino licensing consultancy and introduction business. We coordinate your application with jurisdiction-specific licensing specialists; licensing decisions are made by the relevant regulator.

Choosing a Gaming License?

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