The Nevis Gaming Licence: Why iGaming Operators Are Choosing Nevis in 2026

Nevis is one of the newest, and fastest growing, iGaming jurisdictions in the world.

Since the Nevis Online Gaming Ordinance was passed in April 2025, the island has rapidly established itself as a credible, cost-effective alternative to more established offshore licences.

It fulfils a genuine gap in the market for operators who are not yet ready for the cost and complexity of Curaçao or the MGA. In 2026, the Nevis Gaming licence is attracting serious attention. Here is everything operators and investors need to know.

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Key Facts at a Glance

• Regulator: Nevis Online Gaming Authority (NOGA)

• Legislation: Nevis Online Gaming Ordinance 2025

• Licence term: 1 year, renewable annually

• GGR tax: 0%

• Corporate tax on offshore income: 0%

• Year 1 cost (base): EUR 34,400

• Timeline: 8–12 weeks from company setup to licence issuance

• FATF status: Whitelist (via CFATF membership)

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The Regulatory Framework

The Nevis Online Gaming Ordinance was passed by the Nevis Island Assembly on 29 April 2025, creating a dedicated regulatory body — the Nevis Online Gaming Authority (NOGA) — responsible for licensing, compliance oversight, and enforcement.

NOGA issues two licence categories:

B2C Licence — for operators running player-facing platforms including online casinos, sports betting, poker, lottery, virtual sports, and eSports. A single B2C licence covers all gaming verticals under one instrument.

B2B Licence — for software providers, platform suppliers, and payment infrastructure businesses servicing the iGaming industry.

White-label operations require both a B2C and a B2B licence, along with separate NOGA approval.

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Why Nevis?

FATF Whitelist Status The Federation of St Kitts and Nevis is a FATF whitelist member through its membership in CFATF. This means Nevis-licensed operators access the same tier of PSP and banking relationships as Curaçao-licensed operators — at significantly lower cost. For operators whose business model depends on reliable fiat card processing, this directly affects which payment processors will work with you and on what terms.

Zero Tax on Gaming Revenue Nevis imposes no GGR tax, no corporate income tax on offshore income, no capital gains tax, and no dividends tax. The annual regulatory cost is a flat EUR 28,000 regardless of revenue.

Operational Flexibility No physical office, no local directors, no local employees, and no minimum share capital required. Remote management from any jurisdiction is fully permitted. The only mandatory local presence is a registered Reporting Officer at approximately EUR 4,200 per year.

Speed to Market 8 to 12 weeks from company formation to licence issuance. A practical midpoint for operators who need more than what a 30-day Anjouan licence provides but cannot wait six months for MGA approval.

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‍Full Cost Breakdown

NOGA Fees

• Application / first-year licence fee: EUR 28,000

• Annual renewal fee: EUR 28,000

• Per key employee registration: USD 500 per person

• Additional domains: EUR 750 per domain per cycle

• Sub-domains (standard): EUR 35 each

• Sub-domains (volume, 50+): EUR 15 each

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Year 1 Total (Base)

• NOGA licence fee: EUR 28,000

• Company formation: EUR 2,200

• Local Reporting Officer: EUR 4,200

• Total: EUR 34,400

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From Year 2, the base cost reduces to approximately EUR 32,200.

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Documentation Requirements

Corporate documents: Certificate of Incorporation, Articles of Incorporation, Certificate of Incumbency (within 3 months), Certificate of Good Standing, By-Laws, and a signed organisational chart showing Directors, Shareholders, and UBOs.

Personal due diligence: Required per Director and per Shareholder or UBO holding 10% or more. Includes a certified passport copy, proof of address, bank reference letter confirming a 2+ year relationship, professional reference letter from a licensed lawyer or accountant, and a full CV in English.

Business plan: Executive summary, marketing plan, 3-year financial projections with stated assumptions, P&L and cash flow statements, and a full compliance framework. NOGA requires detailed projections — high-level summaries will not be accepted.

Compliance policies: KYC Policy, Responsible Gaming Policy, Underage Gaming Policy, and AML Policy, all in dated PDF format.

B2C supporting documents: Proof of domain ownership, geo-IP blocking confirmation, compliant Terms and Conditions, RNG testing certificates, and copies of game and content provider agreements.

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Key People to Appoint

Compliance Officer: Must be completely independent of the company structure. Cannot be a Director, Shareholder, or UBO. Must have at least 1 to 2 years of relevant industry experience. Outsourcing is permitted with a named individual designated.

Local Reporting Officer: Must reside in Nevis and be registered with the Nevis FSRC. Handles AML and CFT reporting. Typically arranged through a local registered agent at approximately EUR 4,200 per year.

Ongoing Compliance Obligations

• KYC verification required before any withdrawal, regardless of amount

• Enhanced KYC triggered when aggregate deposits reach USD 10,000

• Robust AML and CTF systems required as a baseline condition of licensing

• Mandatory ADR provider, NOGA-approved, at operator's cost

• Geo-blocking for all NOGA-restricted jurisdictions

• Ownership changes of 5%+ reported within 10 business days

• Serious incidents reported within 3 working days

• Annual renewal at EUR 28,000; begin process 6 weeks before expiry

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Who the Nevis Licence Is Right For

• Operators who need better banking and PSP access than Anjouan provides, within a budget below EUR 52,000

• Operators who want FATF whitelist status without the cost and substance requirements of Curaçao or MGA

• Crypto-friendly operators who also need reliable fiat payment processing

• Solo founders and small teams who cannot justify physical presence in another jurisdiction

• Operators using Nevis as a stepping stone on the upgrade path toward Curaçao or MGA

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How Gaming Gateway can help

Gaming Gateway's dedicated licensing team manages the full application process on your behalf, from Nevis company formation and document preparation through to NOGA submission and ongoing compliance support. With deep experience across offshore and regulated jurisdictions, we remove the complexity from the licensing process so you can focus on building your operation. Our fixed-fee structure means no surprises, and our team is available throughout the licence term to support renewals, key person registrations, and any regulatory queries that arise.

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About Gaming Gateway

Gaming Gateway is a global iGaming licensing partner operating across more than 40 jurisdictions, including Nevis. Whether you are entering the Nevis market for the first time or evaluating whether it is the right jurisdiction for your operation, our team can help you get licensed and stay compliant.

Contact our team to book a free consultation.