Offshore
Antigua and Barbuda licence.
DOG (FSRC)
Niche; reduced market share post-Curaçao reform.
What the regulator asks for
Year one cost
~$15k application; $75k-$100k annual
The application and due-diligence fee is about $15k. The annual licence fee is $100k for interactive gaming and $75k for interactive wagering, plus a security deposit of about $100k and a $25k monitoring fee. That is more than newer offshore options charge, which is part of why volume has moved elsewhere.
Timeline
12-20 weeks
Expect 12 to 20 weeks. As the original offshore regulator (since 1994), the DOG has a settled process.
Gaming tax
3% GGR up to cap.
Marketing climate
Light local rules.
The market
Antigua and Barbuda is where licensed online gambling started. The Directorate of Offshore Gambling (DOG), under the FSRC, has licensed online operators since 1994. Tax is low at 3% of gross gaming revenue, capped at $50k per month. Since Curaçao reformed its licence framework (LOK), Antigua's share of the offshore market has dropped.
How the application runs
You apply directly to the DOG under the FSRC. The application covers ownership, financial standing and technical setup.
Ongoing compliance
Licensed operators must follow Antigua's AML and responsible gambling regulations and report to the regulator.
What you can and cannot say
Local marketing rules are light. Most obligations come from the markets you target, not from Antigua itself.
The honest read
What it means for your plan
Historic significance, but after the Curaçao reform Antigua has lost most of its commercial relevance. Niche use cases remain.
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