Gambling premises licences and permits

Applying for a gambling premises licence or permit, and what you need to do.

Applying for a permit

Premises eligible to apply for a permit include:

  • clubs
  • alcohol-licensed premises
  • unlicensed family entertainment centre
  • those wanting to offer prize gaming

Permit applications does not require you to:

  • have an operating licence
  • notify responsible authorities
  • comply with conditions

Gaming machine categories

The Gambling Act 2005 defines different categories of gaming machines.

Find out more about gaming machine categories on the Gambling Commission website.