What is the Anjouan gaming licence?

The Anjouan gaming licence is an online (interactive) gaming licence administered for the Autonomous Island of Anjouan, part of the Union of the Comoros. It is a single, product-agnostic licence that authorises a company to operate multiple online gaming verticals (such as online casino, sportsbook, poker, lottery, bingo, and live dealer) without separate product sub-licences. It is widely positioned as a fast, cost-effective alternative to jurisdictions such as Malta, Curacao, and the Isle of Man. Aurne Private Advisory advises operators on the full licensing process: establishing the company, preparing due diligence on directors and beneficial owners, designing the required KYC/AML and responsible-gaming policies, submitting the application, and handling annual renewal. Aurne advises on the process and is not the licensing authority.

What verticals does an Anjouan licence cover?

The Anjouan licence is product-agnostic and is generally described as covering the full spectrum of online gaming under one licence, including: • Online casino (slots, table games) • Sportsbook and fixed-odds betting • Exchange or peer-to-peer betting (where offered) • Poker • Lottery, bingo, and scratch cards • Live dealer products • Fantasy, skill, and eSports betting No separate product-specific sub-licences are typically required. We confirm the exact scope for your operation as part of the application.

Who issues the Anjouan gaming licence?

The licence is administered for the Autonomous Island of Anjouan (Union of the Comoros). Responsibility for online gaming licensing and supervision sits with the Anjouan gaming authority and its associated bodies, which handle licensing, financial supervision, and AML/CFT oversight. Note: the precise naming and structure of the issuing and supervisory bodies has changed over time and is described differently across sources. We confirm the current issuing authority and the exact documentation it requires at the point of application. Aurne is an advisory firm and is not the regulator.

Do I need a company to hold an Anjouan licence?

Yes. The licence is issued to a company, not to an individual. Operators typically hold the licence through an Anjouan company or another offshore corporate vehicle. We arrange the holding company, prepare its constitutional documents and ownership structure, and align it with the licensing requirements.

How long does it take to obtain an Anjouan licence?

Where the application file is complete and the due diligence is clean, issuance is commonly described as taking around 2 to 4 weeks, with some advisers citing up to 3 to 6 weeks once all documents are submitted in acceptable form. These timelines are indicative only. The actual timeline is set by the authority and depends on the completeness of your documents, the outcome of background checks, and the verticals involved. We work to prepare a clean file so the process is as efficient as possible.

What are the costs of an Anjouan gaming licence?

The regulator's published fees are EUR 17,828 for licence issuance (B2C or B2B), EUR 17,828 for annual renewal, and EUR 500 for each additional domain or URL per licensing cycle. The issuance fee is payable with the application and is non-refundable regardless of the outcome. Source: the Anjouan Licensing Services Inc. (ALSI) fee schedule, read on 1 October 2026. Those are the regulator's fees only. Your total first-year cost also includes company formation, the KYC/AML and responsible-gaming compliance build, any key-person authorisation, and third-party platform, payment, and audit costs. We quote those per engagement rather than publishing a figure, because they vary materially with your structure and verticals. Anjouan remains one of the more cost-effective online gaming licences, with lower recurring fees than Malta or the Isle of Man. Regulator fees can change without notice, so we confirm current amounts with you before you proceed.

What compliance obligations apply to an Anjouan licensee?

Licensed operators are expected to implement and maintain a real compliance framework, typically including: • AML/CFT policy and ongoing transaction monitoring • KYC and player identity verification, including age verification • Responsible-gaming controls (self-exclusion, deposit and activity limits, problem-gambling support) • Player terms and conditions and fair-play measures • Record-keeping and reporting of suspicious activity Importantly, holding an Anjouan licence does not authorise you to accept players from every country. You must comply with the laws of every market you serve, block restricted jurisdictions, and operate responsibly. We help design and document these controls.

Can an Anjouan licensee operate in any country?

No. An Anjouan licence does not override local law. Many countries regulate or prohibit online gaming and require a local licence, and others ban it outright. Operators must geo-block restricted markets, exclude prohibited jurisdictions, and only serve players in markets where their offering is lawful. Aurne advises operators to take local legal advice for each target market. We never advise or assist any unlawful gambling activity, and we expect every client to run robust KYC/AML and responsible-gaming controls.

Does the Anjouan licence support cryptocurrency operations?

The jurisdiction is commonly used by operators that accept cryptocurrency payments (such as Bitcoin and stablecoins) alongside traditional payment methods. Crypto acceptance still requires robust KYC/AML controls and depends on your payment and banking partners. Acceptance by banks and payment service providers is not guaranteed and varies by provider and market. We are transparent about this and support payment and banking introductions, which remain at each provider’s discretion.

How is the licence renewed?

The Anjouan licence is generally issued for a term of one year and must be renewed annually. Where there have been no material changes, renewal is typically streamlined and requires payment of the annual fee plus confirmation of ongoing compliance, often with updated financial and compliance documentation. We manage the renewal so your licence stays in good standing.

Gaming Licensing · Anjouan

Anjouan Gaming Licence

A single, cost-effective online gaming licence from the Autonomous Island of Anjouan covering casino, sportsbook, poker, and more. One team handles the company, due diligence, the KYC/AML and responsible-gaming policies, the application, and annual renewal. We advise on the process; we are not the regulator.

Licensed CSP
50+ yrs combined experience
15+ jurisdictions

Issuance time: 2-4 weeks (indicative)
Verticals: Single multi-vertical licence
GGR tax: 0% (indicative)
Company required: Yes (offshore entity)
Licence term: 1 year, renewable
Compliance: KYC / AML + responsible gaming

Why Choose an Anjouan Gaming Licence?

The Anjouan licence has become a popular entry point for online gaming operators that want a lawful B2B and B2C licence without the cost and lead time of larger regimes. It offers several practical advantages:

Cost-Effective. Positioned as a lower-cost alternative to Malta, Curacao, and the Isle of Man, with smaller initial and recurring fees

Fast Issuance. A streamlined process that can complete in weeks rather than months where the file is complete and due diligence is clean

Single Multi-Vertical Licence. One product-agnostic licence covering casino, sportsbook, poker, lottery, bingo, live dealer, and more, with no separate product sub-licences

Crypto-Friendly. The jurisdiction is commonly used by operators accepting cryptocurrency payments alongside traditional methods

Tax Efficiency. Anjouan is widely cited as applying 0% gaming (GGR) tax on licensed operations (indicative; confirm current treatment)

B2B and B2C Coverage. Used by online casino and sportsbook operators as well as platform and software providers serving the iGaming sector

Operator Types Under One Licence

Online Casino Operator

Min. capital: No fixed minimum
Ownership: Subject to UBO due diligence
Best for: B2C casino brands launching slots, tables, and live games

Sportsbook Operator

Min. capital: No fixed minimum
Ownership: Subject to UBO due diligence
Best for: Fixed-odds and exchange betting operators

Multi-Vertical Operator

Min. capital: No fixed minimum
Ownership: Subject to UBO due diligence
Best for: Operators running casino plus sportsbook plus poker under one licence

B2B / Platform Provider

Min. capital: No fixed minimum
Ownership: Subject to UBO due diligence
Best for: Software and platform providers serving licensed operators

What the Licence Covers

Online Casino

Slots, table games, and live dealer products under a single licence.

Sportsbook and Betting

Fixed-odds sports betting and, where offered, exchange or peer-to-peer betting models.

Poker

Online poker offerings, including cash games and tournament formats.

Lottery, Bingo and Skill

Lottery, bingo, scratch cards, fantasy, and skill-based gaming products.

Indicative Licence Fees

Indicative Licence Fees, from the schedule published by Anjouan Licensing Services Inc. (ALSI)
Fee	Amount
Licence issuance (B2C or B2B)One-time, payable with the application. Non-refundable regardless of outcome.	EUR 17,828
Annual renewalDue before the renewal date set by the Authority.	EUR 17,828
Additional domain or URLPer licensing cycle, for each domain beyond those covered by the licence.	EUR 500 each

Source: Anjouan Licensing Services Inc. (ALSI), read on 1 October 2026. Licence fees only. They exclude company formation, compliance build, platform, payment, and audit costs, and our advisory fee, and they can change without notice.

Note: Costs are indicative and may change with your requirements and regulations. Contact us for a tailored quote.

How Anjouan Licensing Works

An Anjouan gaming licence is issued to a company, typically an Anjouan or other offshore entity, that satisfies the authority’s due-diligence requirements. The authority conducts background checks on directors, shareholders, and ultimate beneficial owners, and the applicant must put in place mandatory compliance policies before issuance. A single licence then covers multiple gaming verticals, is issued for one year, and is renewed annually. Aurne advises on this process and prepares the file; the licence is granted by the Anjouan authority, not by Aurne.

What the Application Requires

A holding company. An Anjouan or other offshore company to hold the licence, with constitutional documents and a clear ownership structure.

Due diligence on key persons. Notarised passports, proof of address, references, and source-of-funds for directors, shareholders, and UBOs.

Compliance policies. AML/CFT, KYC, responsible-gaming, and player terms and conditions, plus a compliance officer where required.

Platform details. Technical information about the gaming platform, games, and payment methods you intend to offer.

Operator Obligations and Responsible Operation

Respect every market’s laws: a licence is not global permission. You must serve only markets where your offering is lawful and geo-block restricted and prohibited jurisdictions
Run real KYC/AML controls: verify player identity and age, monitor transactions, and report suspicious activity under your AML/CFT programme
Protect players: maintain responsible-gaming tools such as self-exclusion, deposit and activity limits, and signposting to problem-gambling support

Last reviewed: October 2026. Reflects the publicly described Anjouan licensing framework; the issuing authority sets final requirements.

Anjouan Gaming Licence Process

From scoping your verticals to the company, due diligence, compliance policies, issuance, and renewal, here is the step-by-step path.

Scope Your Operation and Confirm Fit

We start with a consultation to understand your verticals (casino, sportsbook, poker, lottery, exchange betting), your target markets, and your existing structure. We confirm whether an Anjouan licence is the right fit and map the obligations that will apply to your operation.

Establish the Holding Company

An Anjouan licence is issued to a company. We arrange the required corporate vehicle, typically an Anjouan or other offshore company, and prepare the constitutional documents, ownership structure, and supporting corporate records.

Prepare Due Diligence on Directors and UBOs

The authority conducts background checks on directors, shareholders, and ultimate beneficial owners. We compile notarised passports, proof of address, professional and bank references, and source-of-funds information so the file is clean and complete before submission.

Draft the Mandatory Compliance Policies

We help prepare the AML/CFT policy, KYC and player-verification procedures, responsible-gaming policy, and player terms and conditions, along with the technical details of the gaming platform that the application requires.

Submit the Application and Obtain Issuance

We submit the complete application and manage queries through to issuance. Where the file is complete and in acceptable form, issuance is typically achieved within a few weeks (indicative; the authority sets the actual timeline).

Maintain and Renew the Licence

The licence is issued for one year and renewed annually. We help you keep records current, file updated compliance and financial information, and complete the renewal so the licence remains in good standing.

Total time2-4 weeks to issuance (indicative; set by the authority)

Have questions about the process?

Our experts are here to guide you through each step and answer your questions.

Why Choose Aurne for Anjouan Gaming Licensing?

We combine licensing-process expertise with a responsible, compliance-first approach:

Process-Led Advisory. We advise on the licensing process end to end; Aurne is not the regulator and does not issue the licence

Clean Due Diligence. We prepare director, shareholder, and UBO files to a standard that withstands background checks

Compliance by Design. We help design the KYC/AML, responsible-gaming, and player-protection framework the licence requires

Corporate and Banking Coordination. We coordinate the holding company and support banking and payment introductions, which remain at the provider’s discretion

Multi-Jurisdiction Experience. We can compare Anjouan against other gaming jurisdictions and structure the group accordingly

Honest Guidance. We are transparent about indicative fees and about the licence’s standing and acceptance by payment providers

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Gaming Licensing · Anjouan

Anjouan Gaming Licence

Licensed CSP
50+ yrs combined experience
15+ jurisdictions

Issuance time: 2-4 weeks (indicative)
Verticals: Single multi-vertical licence
GGR tax: 0% (indicative)
Company required: Yes (offshore entity)
Licence term: 1 year, renewable
Compliance: KYC / AML + responsible gaming

Why Choose an Anjouan Gaming Licence?

Cost-Effective. Positioned as a lower-cost alternative to Malta, Curacao, and the Isle of Man, with smaller initial and recurring fees

Fast Issuance. A streamlined process that can complete in weeks rather than months where the file is complete and due diligence is clean

Single Multi-Vertical Licence. One product-agnostic licence covering casino, sportsbook, poker, lottery, bingo, live dealer, and more, with no separate product sub-licences

Crypto-Friendly. The jurisdiction is commonly used by operators accepting cryptocurrency payments alongside traditional methods

Tax Efficiency. Anjouan is widely cited as applying 0% gaming (GGR) tax on licensed operations (indicative; confirm current treatment)

B2B and B2C Coverage. Used by online casino and sportsbook operators as well as platform and software providers serving the iGaming sector

Operator Types Under One Licence

Online Casino Operator

Min. capital: No fixed minimum
Ownership: Subject to UBO due diligence
Best for: B2C casino brands launching slots, tables, and live games

Sportsbook Operator

Min. capital: No fixed minimum
Ownership: Subject to UBO due diligence
Best for: Fixed-odds and exchange betting operators

Multi-Vertical Operator

Min. capital: No fixed minimum
Ownership: Subject to UBO due diligence
Best for: Operators running casino plus sportsbook plus poker under one licence

B2B / Platform Provider

Min. capital: No fixed minimum
Ownership: Subject to UBO due diligence
Best for: Software and platform providers serving licensed operators

What the Licence Covers

Online Casino

Slots, table games, and live dealer products under a single licence.

Sportsbook and Betting

Fixed-odds sports betting and, where offered, exchange or peer-to-peer betting models.

Poker

Online poker offerings, including cash games and tournament formats.

Lottery, Bingo and Skill

Lottery, bingo, scratch cards, fantasy, and skill-based gaming products.

Indicative Licence Fees

Indicative Licence Fees, from the schedule published by Anjouan Licensing Services Inc. (ALSI)
Fee	Amount
Licence issuance (B2C or B2B)One-time, payable with the application. Non-refundable regardless of outcome.	EUR 17,828
Annual renewalDue before the renewal date set by the Authority.	EUR 17,828
Additional domain or URLPer licensing cycle, for each domain beyond those covered by the licence.	EUR 500 each

Note: Costs are indicative and may change with your requirements and regulations. Contact us for a tailored quote.

How Anjouan Licensing Works

What the Application Requires

A holding company. An Anjouan or other offshore company to hold the licence, with constitutional documents and a clear ownership structure.

Due diligence on key persons. Notarised passports, proof of address, references, and source-of-funds for directors, shareholders, and UBOs.

Compliance policies. AML/CFT, KYC, responsible-gaming, and player terms and conditions, plus a compliance officer where required.

Platform details. Technical information about the gaming platform, games, and payment methods you intend to offer.

Operator Obligations and Responsible Operation

Respect every market’s laws: a licence is not global permission. You must serve only markets where your offering is lawful and geo-block restricted and prohibited jurisdictions
Run real KYC/AML controls: verify player identity and age, monitor transactions, and report suspicious activity under your AML/CFT programme
Protect players: maintain responsible-gaming tools such as self-exclusion, deposit and activity limits, and signposting to problem-gambling support

Last reviewed: October 2026. Reflects the publicly described Anjouan licensing framework; the issuing authority sets final requirements.

Anjouan Gaming Licence Process

From scoping your verticals to the company, due diligence, compliance policies, issuance, and renewal, here is the step-by-step path.

Scope Your Operation and Confirm Fit

Establish the Holding Company

Prepare Due Diligence on Directors and UBOs

Draft the Mandatory Compliance Policies

Submit the Application and Obtain Issuance

Maintain and Renew the Licence

Total time2-4 weeks to issuance (indicative; set by the authority)

Have questions about the process?

Our experts are here to guide you through each step and answer your questions.

Why Choose Aurne for Anjouan Gaming Licensing?

We combine licensing-process expertise with a responsible, compliance-first approach:

Process-Led Advisory. We advise on the licensing process end to end; Aurne is not the regulator and does not issue the licence

Clean Due Diligence. We prepare director, shareholder, and UBO files to a standard that withstands background checks

Compliance by Design. We help design the KYC/AML, responsible-gaming, and player-protection framework the licence requires

Corporate and Banking Coordination. We coordinate the holding company and support banking and payment introductions, which remain at the provider’s discretion

Multi-Jurisdiction Experience. We can compare Anjouan against other gaming jurisdictions and structure the group accordingly

Honest Guidance. We are transparent about indicative fees and about the licence’s standing and acceptance by payment providers

Anjouan Gaming Licence - Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Anjouan online gaming licence, its verticals, costs, compliance obligations, and responsible, lawful operation.

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Offshore Company Formation

Set up the offshore holding company that holds your gaming licence, with options across British Virgin Islands, Cayman, Seychelles, and other jurisdictions.

Learn more

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Corporate bank and payment account introductions for licensed operators, with documentation support. Account opening remains at the provider's discretion.

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