Ukraine Gambling License (PlayCity)
Published: August 1, 2026Updated: July 7, 2026
Ukraine (PlayCity)
A Ukraine gambling license is a high-cost, strictly regulated onshore credential governed by PlayCity (the country’s modernized gambling authority which completely replaced the previous regulator, KRAIL). Operating under tight digital integration with the Ministry of Digital Transformation, this framework targets large-scale, well-capitalized operators and grants direct, legal access to Ukraine’s substantial domestic player base.
Regulatory Body
PlayCity
Jurisdiction
Ukraine
Valid In
Ukraine
Not Valid In
Outside Ukraine
Recognition
National license
What This License Covers
Financial Requirements
Online Casino License Fee
Approximately €680 000 to €920 000
Online Bookmaker License Fee
Approximately €3 150 000 to €4 300 000
Online Poker Licence
Approximately €520 000 to €720 000
Mandatory Bank Guarantee/Deposit
Approximately €670,000
Minimum Statutory Share Capital
Approximately €615 000 (must be locked in the local company)
Manufacturer Gambling Services Licence
Approximately €33 000 to €46 000
Gambling Tax
18% (GGR)
Corporate Income Tax
18%
Additional Costs
Compliance and legal fees
- Local server requirements
Special Requirements
- Local Presence: Must have a local entity and representative.
- Corporate Structure: Ukrainian legal entity.
- Capital Requirements: Must demonstrate financial stability.
- Technical Requirements: Servers must be located in Ukraine. Real-time data reporting.
- Compliance Obligations: AML/KYC, responsible gambling.
- Background Checks: Due diligence on owners and directors.
Ideal Use Cases
- Operators targeting the Ukrainian market.
- Companies with local presence and understanding of the regional context.