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Belgium Gambling License (BGC)

Published: August 1, 2026Updated: July 29, 2026
Belgium (BGC)

The Belgium Gambling LicenseThe Belgian gambling licensing framework includes several types of licenses. In general, there are two main categories: B2C and B2B. The primary B2C license classes include: - Class A & A+ (Casinos & Online Casinos) - Class B & B+ (Gaming Arcades & Online Arcades) - Class F1+ (Online Betting) - Class E (Equipment Manufacturers/Suppliers) - Class F1 (Land-based Betting Organizers) The main B2B license class is: - Class E (Equipment Manufacturers, Installers, Repairers, and Online Platform Providers) The market is strictly regulated with a focus on player protection.

Regulatory Body Belgian Gaming Commission (BGC / Kansspelcommissie)
Jurisdiction Kingdom of Belgium (European Union)
Legal Framework Gaming and Betting Act of 1999 (and amendments)
Valid In

Belgium.

Not Valid In

Outside Belgium.

Recognition

National license, strict partnership model.

What This License Covers

Online casino operators (via partnership) Sports betting operators (via partnership)

Financial Requirements

Application Fee No upfront payments but Guarantee Deposits are applied
Annual License Fee Class A: around €26 000 per year, other classes fees scale downwards based on the license tier costing roughly €100 to €150 annually.
Guarantee Deposit Class A & A+ - €250 000, Class B & B+ - €75 000, Class F1+ - €75 000, Class E - €25 000, Class F1 - €10 000
Taxes Online Gambling - 11% tax on the GGR, Land-based Casinos - 15% GGR tax in most regions (11% in Wallonia), while the Flemish region uses a progressive scale up to 44%, Sports & Race Betting - 15% tax on the GGR.
Renewal Cycle Annual
Additional Costs Partnership costs with land-based entities
  • Compliance fees

Special Requirements

  • Local Presence: Must have a partnership with a licensed land-based operator.
  • Corporate Structure: Fit and proper entity.
  • Capital Requirements: Must demonstrate financial stability.
  • Technical Requirements: Connection to central exclusion register.
  • Compliance Obligations: Strict AML/KYC, responsible gambling.
  • Background Checks: Due diligence.

Ideal Use Cases

  • Operators who can secure a local land-based partner.
  • Brands targeting the Belgian market through established channels.