Head of International Corporate Law and Fintech Practice
Expert in fintech, crypto, and international corporate law with over 20 years of experience. Specializes in crypto licensing (VASP/CASP), iGaming business support, and international structuring, asset protection, and OSINT analytics for risk assessment and due diligence.
Obtaining a Curacao gambling license
We help companies legally launch and scale iGaming / online gambling businesses under a Curaçao license: from selecting the optimal licensing model and preparing documentation to obtaining the license and launching with basic compliance.
- We determine the optimal licensing structure
- We prepare AML / Responsible Gaming policies
- We support interaction with CGA (Curaçao Gaming Authority, formerly the Gaming Control Board)
- We set up post-licensing compliance
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Who the Curaçao License Is Suitable For
If you are planning to launch or already operate an iGaming project with an international audience, the Curaçao license is one of the most accessible and practical solutions. It is most commonly suitable for:
- Online casinos and casino platforms
- Bookmaking platforms and sports betting
- Crypto casinos and hybrid (fiat / crypto) models
- iGaming platforms using white-label solutions
- Game software providers and aggregators
- Platforms targeting international (non-EU) audiences
Important: The Curaçao license is a widely used solution for international iGaming projects; however, the ability to operate in certain regulated jurisdictions, including the EU, is assessed on an individual basis.
Key Requirements for a Curaçao License
Corporate Structure
The company must have a clear legal structure and transparent beneficial ownership.
- UBO disclosure
- Directors and responsible officers
- A clear business model and customer geography
Compliance and Operational Readiness
The regulator focuses on risk control, AML, and Responsible Gaming.
- AML / CTF and Responsible Gaming policies
- KYC and a risk-based approach
- Description of gaming mechanics and payment flows
- Internal control procedures
The scope of documentation and requirements depends on the project format (casino, betting, crypto).
We tailor the compliance package to your business model.
How We Work on Obtaining a Curaçao License
- Business model analysis.
Gaming format, payment solutions, customer jurisdictions, crypto / fiat setup, and risk assessment. - Licensing model selection.
Direct license, hosted / sub-license, or white-label. - Corporate preparation.
Company setup, roles, responsible persons, and governance structure. - Documentation and policies.
AML, Responsible Gaming, business description, and control procedures. - Application filing and communication with the regulator.
Ongoing support until the license is granted. - Post-licensing support.
Banks, PSPs, preparation for audits, and scaling.
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What You Get
iGaming Legal Model
Company structure and licensing format.
Full Documentation Package
AML, Responsible Gaming, business description, and procedures.
Regulatory Support
Application filing, communication, and support through approval.
Banks and PSPs
Onboarding, high-risk processing, and crypto payments.
Launch
Milestones, checklists, and audit readiness.
Scaling
White-label solutions, partners, and new markets.
Alternative: Ready-Made Licensed iGaming Companies
In addition to obtaining a license from scratch, we also offer the acquisition of ready-made companies holding a valid Curaçao gambling license. This option is suitable when launch timelines are critical, a company track record is required, or enhanced readiness for working with banks and PSPs is needed.
As part of the acquisition, we provide legal & compliance due diligence, transfer of corporate control, changes of directors and beneficial owners, as well as post-acquisition compliance.
Why “Prikhodko&Partners”

We have hands-on experience supporting online casinos, betting platforms, and gaming projects with international audiences. We understand Curaçao’s regulatory framework, operator requirements, and the regulator’s supervisory approach.

Policies and procedures are developed by AML/CFT and Responsible Gaming specialists with practical experience working with highly regulated businesses: KYC, risk-based approach, player controls, anti-fraud, and internal procedures.

We support international structures with complex geographies and payment flows under heightened regulatory scrutiny. We prepare legal opinion letters to confirm the legal model and compliance rationale of the business.

We prepare gambling companies for account opening and PSP integration, including high-risk processing and crypto payments. We structure documentation and operating models in line with real bank and payment provider requirements.
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Calculate the cost of services
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Do you need a quick start-up of your company (up to 1–2 months)?
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Does the project include a crypto-casino or hybrid model?
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Do you need access to banks and payment providers?
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Are you interested in the format of a ready-made licensed company?
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