Background
Colombia regulated online via the 2016 Egaming Act. The 2025 deposit-VAT episode caused a ~30% GGR drop and led to operator threats of market exit (Codere Online publicly). The 1 January 2026 shift of VAT base from deposits to GGR has stabilised the model.
How do you apply for the Coljuegos licence?
Coljuegos application via Colombian entity. Technical certification. Local hosting elements.
How much does the Coljuegos licence cost?
Annual fixed licence fee 811 monthly minimum wages (~€250k/year). 3-5 year licence term.
How long does the Coljuegos licence take?
Coljuegos was the first LatAm regulator (2016). Process is mature.
What are the ongoing compliance obligations for Coljuegos?
Self-exclusion register. AML under Colombian framework. Real-time Coljuegos data feed.
What are the marketing rules under Coljuegos?
Moderate restrictions. Affiliate accountability with operator.
The honest read
First LatAm regulator and structurally credible. The deposit-VAT episode showed political risk but also showed the regulator can self-correct. Suited to operators with serious LatAm thesis.
Considering Coljuegos for your operator?
Operator size, current portfolio, target markets, timeline. WhatsApp the operator profile. Same-day reply with a first read on whether the Coljuegos licence is the right answer or whether something else fits better.
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