Online casino licence cost in Malta (2026)
A Malta Gaming Authority B2C licence costs €5,000 to apply for and €25,000 a year, plus a compliance contribution charged on gaming revenue. Since 1 October 2026 gaming tax on players in Malta is 15% for casino-type games and 10% for betting.
Figures checked against official sources on 20 October 2026
€5,000
€25,000 plus a compliance contribution on gaming revenue
15% (casino) / 10% (betting) of gaming revenue from players in Malta
Licence types
Gaming Service Licence (B2C), Type 1
Casino-type games, including live casino, lotteries and secondary lotteries. Duration: 10 years.
Source: MGA: Fact Sheet 2025
Gaming Service Licence (B2C), Type 2
Fixed-odds betting, including live betting. Duration: 10 years.
Source: MGA: Fact Sheet 2025
MGA fees
| Fee | Amount | Charged on | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application fee | €5,000 | One-time, per licence applicationNon-refundable. | MGA: Guidance Note on Licence Fees and Taxation |
| Renewal fee | €5,000 | Per application to renew a licence | MGA: Fact Sheet 2025 |
| Annual licence fee | €25,000 | Per year for a B2C licence, paid before the licence is issued and then annually in advance | MGA: Guidance Note on Licence Fees and Taxation |
| Compliance contribution, Type 1 | Min €15,000, max €375,000 | Per financial year on gaming revenue, in bands: 1.25% of the first €3m, 1.00% of the next €4.5m, 0.85% of the next €5m, 0.70% of the next €7.5m, 0.55% of the next €10m, 0.40% of the remainder. Paid monthly | MGA: Guidance Note on Licence Fees and Taxation |
| Compliance contribution, Type 2 | Min €25,000, max €600,000 | Per financial year on gaming revenue, in bands: 4.00% of the first €3m, 3.00% of the next €4.5m, 2.00% of the next €5m, 1.00% of the next €7.5m, 0.80% of the next €10m, 0.60% of the next €10m, 0.40% of the remainder. Paid monthly | MGA: Guidance Note on Licence Fees and Taxation |
Gaming tax
15%
Type 1 (casino-type games): Aggregate gaming revenue from players established or usually resident in Malta (from 1 October 2026).
Source: Legal Notice 84 of 2026: Gaming Tax (Amendment) Regulations, legislation.mt
10%
Type 2, 3 and 4 (including betting): Aggregate gaming revenue from players established or usually resident in Malta (from 1 October 2026).
Source: Legal Notice 84 of 2026: Gaming Tax (Amendment) Regulations, legislation.mt
Requirements that affect the cost
- Local entity or representative
- The applicant must be a company incorporated in the EU or EEA; it does not have to be Maltese.Source: MGA: Fact Sheet 2025
- Share capital
- At least €100,000 issued and paid-up share capital for Type 1 and for Type 2 B2C licences.Source: MGA: Guidance Note on Licence Fees and Taxation
How to apply: MGA: Remote Gaming Services (B2C licences)
Other costs to budget for
The licence and tax are only part of a launch budget. These costs vary too much by operator to give official figures, but every plan for Malta should account for them:
- Legal and licensing advisers for the application and ongoing compliance.
- Gaming platform and game content (B2B suppliers, often certified per market).
- Testing and certification of games and systems by an approved testing lab.
- Payments, identity verification (KYC) and responsible-gambling tooling.
- Local staff or a local representative, where the regulator requires one.
- Player acquisition: media, creative and affiliate costs within the market's advertising rules.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an online casino licence cost in Malta?
MGA application fee: €5,000. Annual fee: €25,000 plus a compliance contribution on gaming revenue. Gaming tax: 15% (casino) / 10% (betting) of gaming revenue from players in Malta. Platform, legal, testing and marketing costs come on top and vary by operator.
What is the online gambling tax in Malta?
15% for type 1 (casino-type games), charged on aggregate gaming revenue from players established or usually resident in Malta (from 1 October 2026). 10% for type 2, 3 and 4 (including betting), charged on aggregate gaming revenue from players established or usually resident in Malta (from 1 October 2026).
How long is a MGA licence valid?
Gaming Service Licence (B2C), Type 1: 10 years.
Do you need a local company or representative in Malta?
The applicant must be a company incorporated in the EU or EEA; it does not have to be Maltese.
Planning a launch in Malta?
Once the licence is in place, we plan and run compliant display, video and DOOH campaigns in Malta, gated on licence, market and age before every bid.
Get a media planSources
- MGA: Remote Gaming Services (B2C licences)
- MGA: Fact Sheet 2025
- MGA: Guidance Note on Licence Fees and Taxation
- Legal Notice 84 of 2026: Gaming Tax (Amendment) Regulations, legislation.mt
Figures are copied from official sources as published on the date shown and may change. This page is general information for planning, not legal, tax or financial advice. Confirm current fees and requirements with Malta Gaming Authority and your advisers before applying.