Background
Mozambique regulates online gambling through the Mozambique Gaming Inspectorate under the Games of Chance Law (1994), as amended by the 2010 Casino Bill. The USD 50,000 bank guarantee and mandatory `.mz` domain are structural barriers that have reduced the licensee pool over time.
How do you apply for the MGI licence?
Standard process requires local corporate structure, the USD 50,000 bank guarantee, and `.mz` domain registration. Engage local counsel for current application sequencing.
How much does the MGI licence cost?
USD 50,000 bank guarantee required at application. Additional capital-cost barrier reported as having reduced the licensee pool over time.
How long does the MGI licence take?
No standardised public timeline. Engage local counsel.
What are the ongoing compliance obligations for MGI?
AML expectations follow Mozambican financial-services norms. RG framework not publicly elaborated.
What are the marketing rules under MGI?
Operators must operate from a `.mz` domain. Other marketing rules follow general advertising standards.
The honest read
Mozambique fits operators with Lusophone-Africa thesis or specific cross-border opportunity. The capital barrier filters serious operators from speculative entries.
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