Tobique Gaming Jurisdiction

The TGC issues licenses for gaming operations. Based on public sources and industry summaries:

The Tobique Gaming License is a sovereign regulatory framework issued by the Tobique First Nation. As with other Indigenous and emerging regulatory regimes, it is subject to defined geographic and legal limitations.

Validity in Permitted Jurisdictions

The license is recognized in jurisdictions that accept foreign or Indigenous-issued gaming licenses and where no conflicting local regulations apply.

It does not, however, confer automatic authorization to operate in jurisdictions where online gambling is restricted or prohibited without additional local approvals.

Fees: Industry guides cite typical license costs around €36,000 for the first year, with lower renewal fees and no direct gaming tax levied on operators.

Compliance Requirements: Operators must meet AML/CTF standards, responsible gaming controls, separation of player funds, and other governance protocols.

Term: Most licenses are issued for one year, renewable subject to compliance.

Fast licensing process compared with some major regulators.

Comprehensive coverage of multiple gaming verticals under a single license.

Favorable tax environment with minimal or no gaming revenue tax.

Flexible operational requirements (no local office requirement, multi-jurisdiction access where legal).

Emerging jurisdiction: Not as widely recognized as established regulators (e.g., UKGC, MGA).

Restrictions: Major regulated markets may still require local licensing or prohibit reliance on a Tobique license alone.

Reputation and Banking: Some financial partners may be cautious until the regime matures.