Curacao remains the most recognized license name in iGaming, and the LOK reform replaced the old master license system with direct licensing from the Curacao Gaming Authority. The application fee is EUR 4,592 and the annual cost is EUR 47,450, made up of a EUR 24,490 license fee to the National Treasury and a EUR 22,960 supervisory fee to the CGA. The regime phases in local substance requirements from January 2026 and a key person requirement by April 2027.
Rakemont structures applications to meet the substance timeline from day one, covering incorporation, local requirements, and the full application file.
The CGA charges EUR 4,592 to apply and EUR 47,450 annually, the latter being a EUR 24,490 license fee plus a EUR 22,960 supervisory fee. With our application management that starts from approximately EUR 58.5K, and a full launch including formation, resident services and the compliance pack is typically around EUR 72.5K. Note also a minimum share capital requirement of ANG 100,000, roughly EUR 50,000, which is held by you rather than paid to us.
The master license system was replaced by direct licensing from the Curacao Gaming Authority, with phased local substance requirements from January 2026 and a key person requirement by April 2027.
Yes. Curacao remains widely accepted by payment providers, game suppliers, and players, and the reformed regime strengthens its standing.