A valid gambling licence is the foundation of a trustworthy casino. Here are the major licensing jurisdictions and what they mean for players.
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) regulates the private online gaming market that launched in Ontario, Canada in April 2022. It is one of the first open, competitive regulated online gaming markets in North America, allowing dozens of private operators to legally offer casino games, poker, and sports betting to Ontario residents.
The British Columbia Gaming Policy and Enforcement Branch (GPEB) oversees all gambling activities in BC, including PlayNow.com — the province's government-run online casino and sportsbook operated by BCLC. BC GPEB ensures compliance with provincial gaming regulations and responsible gambling standards.
Denmark's strict gambling regulator with mandatory responsible gambling tools.
Loto-Québec is the Crown corporation that manages and operates gambling activities in Québec, including Espace Jeux — the province's official online casino and gaming platform. As both regulator and operator, Loto-Québec provides a fully regulated, government-controlled gaming environment for Québec residents.
The MGA is one of the most reputable gambling regulators in Europe.
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) oversees casino gaming, online gambling, and sports betting in Michigan. Michigan launched its online gaming market in January 2021, quickly becoming one of the largest regulated iGaming states in the US. The MGCB also supervises tribal gaming in partnership with tribal nations.
Dutch Gaming Authority — the Netherlands re-opened its online market in 2021.
The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) regulates all forms of gaming in New Jersey. It oversees Atlantic City's land-based casinos and their online extensions (casino, poker, and sports betting). New Jersey was the first major US state to legalize online gambling in 2013, and its DGE license is among the most respected in the US market.
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) regulates casino gaming, online gambling, and sports wagering in Pennsylvania. Pennsylvania legalized online gaming in 2017, and the PGCB has licensed operators for internet slots, table games, poker, and sports betting. It is one of the largest regulated US iGaming markets.
Swedish regulator that re-opened the market in 2019 with strict consumer protection rules.
The UKGC regulates commercial gambling in Great Britain.
Alderney Gambling Control Commission — strict white-label regulator.
The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection's Gaming Division regulates sports wagering and online casino gaming in Connecticut. Connecticut launched its iGaming and sports betting market in October 2021, partnering with the Mashantucket Pequot and Mohegan tribal nations for platform operations.
The Gibraltar Regulatory Authority (GRA) has regulated online gambling since 1998, making Gibraltar one of the earliest online gambling jurisdictions. GRA-licensed operators — including bet365, 888 Holdings, and PartyCasino — are subject to rigorous consumer protection standards, AML compliance requirements, and regular independent audits. The GRA licence is widely recognised as a tier-1 gambling credential, comparable to the MGA and UKGC in terms of player protection standards. Many GRA-licensed operators additionally hold UKGC licences for the UK market.
Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission — respected European regulator.
The West Virginia Lottery regulates sports wagering and online casino gaming in West Virginia. West Virginia was one of the early US states to legalize online gambling (2019), and the Lottery Commission oversees all licensed operators for iGaming and sports betting activities.
One of the oldest online gambling licensing bodies, popular with crypto casinos.
Canadian First Nations authority that has licensed online gambling since 1999.