Online bingo is legal in Malta and operates under comprehensive regulation by the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA), which oversees both land-based and remote gaming services (1). A B2C Gaming Service Licence is required whenever a Maltese or EU/EEA entity wishes to offer online bingo services from Malta, to a Maltese person, or through a Maltese legal entity (1). Malta has secured its position as a leading European remote gaming jurisdiction since the early 2000s and is estimated to host around 10% of the world's online gaming companies by trading volume (2). Operators must obtain proper licensing through the MGA's Licensee Portal before providing online bingo services (1).
The licensing process requires operators to submit a non-refundable application fee of €5,000 and pay an annual license fee of €25,000 upon approval (1). Gaming operators must also pay 5% gaming tax on revenue generated from players based in Malta, along with a compliance contribution fee (1). Once a license is awarded, operators can offer several gaming verticals under the same license, with each requiring prior approval from the MGA (1). Applications must be submitted electronically through the Licensee Portal, selecting B2C as the gaming license type and remote as the channel (1).
"A B2C Gaming Service Licence is required whenever a Maltese or EU/EEA entity wishes to offer a gaming service from Malta, to a Maltese person or through a Maltese legal entity."
The MGA licenses several well-known online gambling companies and maintains a register of current license holders for public transparency (2). Licensed operators must adhere to strict license conditions including anti-money laundering measures, player protection requirements, and technical standards to ensure game integrity through audits and independent testing facilities (2). The MGA has authority to monitor licensee activities, investigate complaints on behalf of players, and revoke licenses for non-compliance (2). Under the new gambling law, MGA license holders have a duty of care to monitor players' gambling habits, identify signs of problematic behavior, and intervene when necessary to promote responsible gaming (2).
Source:
https://www.mga.org.mt/licensee-hub/applications/b2c-licences/remote-gaming-services/
https://iclg.com/practice-areas/gambling-laws-and-regulations/malta
Last updated: 28-10-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
