Gibraltar Gambling Commission
Cost
£100,000+ annual fee. Application fees variable; substantial.
Timeline
6-12 months
Capital
Significant, case-by-case financial review
Remote gambling licence regulated by Gibraltar Licensing Authority.
Who it suits
Established operators looking for a tax-efficient EU-adjacent base. Historic home of major sportsbook brands (bet365, William Hill).
Compliance load
Robust AML/CTF, player-fund segregation, fit-and-proper testing of directors. Aligned with UK regulatory standards.
The acquiring angle
Tier-one acquirers in our network underwrite Gibraltar operators routinely. Brexit shifted acquirer routing patterns, some EU acquirers are less keen post-Brexit. Pricing comparable to UKGC.
Notes and pitfalls
Smaller operators rarely justify the cost of Gibraltar; better aligned to the established brands. Selection criteria are conservative.
Reference information, not legal advice. Figures are typical ranges as of 2026.
GGC questions.
How do acquirers view the GGC licence?
Acquirer acceptance is Moderate. Tier-one acquirers in our network underwrite Gibraltar operators routinely. Brexit shifted acquirer routing patterns, some EU acquirers are less keen post-Brexit. Pricing comparable to UKGC.
What does the GGC cost and how long does it take?
Cost: £100,000+ annual fee. Application fees variable; substantial.. Timeline: 6-12 months. Capital: Significant, case-by-case financial review. These are typical ranges as of 2026; verify with the regulator before budgeting.
Does BZNpay help with GGC applications?
No. We are an introducer to acquirers, not a licensing agent. We can tell you how this licence plays with the acquirer pool and introduce you to the partners whose appetite covers it.