In Which Countries BTCgame Will Operate with a Curaçao Gambling License?
BTCgame will be operating under a Curaçao Gambling License, one of the most respected and widely recognized licenses in the online gaming industry.
Understanding the Curaçao Gambling License
A Curaçao Gambling License is issued by the Government of Curaçao, a reputable jurisdiction known for its robust regulatory framework and high standards of compliance. This license allows online casinos to offer a variety of gaming services, including online casino games, sports betting, and lotteries. However, it is important to note that the acceptance of this license in other countries depends on their local regulations regarding online gambling.
Where Is Online Gambling Legal?
Online gambling is generally permissible in the majority of the 200+ countries worldwide unless specific laws explicitly prohibit it. However, the restrictions on countries covered by the Curaçao gambling license fall into four main categories:
1- Countries That Completely Prohibit Online Gambling
Some countries completely prohibit online gambling for their citizens, regardless of where the e-gaming operation is based. Such countries include:
- United Arab Emirates
- Brunei
- Cambodia
- North Korea
- Japan
- Iran
- Singapore
- Cyprus
- Qatar
2- Countries That Forbid Access to Foreign Online Gaming Websites
Numerous countries forbid access from their territories to foreign online gaming websites to protect their local gaming operators. This group includes:
- Georgia
- Sri Lanka
- Austria
- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Italy
- Poland
- Romania
- Spain
- UK
- USA
- Panama
3- Countries with Jurisdictional Restrictions
In certain countries, prohibitions apply only within their own jurisdictions, preventing citizens from engaging with local operators. However, there are no restrictions preventing them from engaging with a Curaçao-based online gaming operator. Examples of such countries are:
- Greece
- Hungary
- Ireland
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Macedonia
- Moldova
- Monaco
- Norway
- Montenegro
- Portugal
- San Marino
- Slovenia
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Canada
- Dominica
- Dominican Republic
4- Curaçao and Countries with Treaties
Curaçao itself prohibits access to its own citizens. Additionally, there are specific countries with treaties that impose restrictions on online gambling within Curaçao, including:
- USA
- Netherlands
- France
- Dutch West Indies
- Australia
- Curaçao
Ensuring Compliance and Security
At BTCgame, we take compliance very seriously. License holders are responsible for ensuring that customers do not access the Curaçao gaming operation from prohibited jurisdictions. The Curaçao Gaming Control Board conducts regular checks as part of the AFL/CFT supervision for all gaming sectors operating in and from Curaçao, including the online gaming sector.
Stay Updated
As the regulatory landscape for online gambling evolves, the list of countries where we can operate may change. We encourage our players and potential investors to stay informed by regularly checking our website for updates.
If you have any questions or need further information about where BTCgame can operate, please feel free to contact our support team. We are here to assist you and ensure that your gaming experience is both enjoyable and compliant with all applicable laws.
Thank you for being a part of the BTCgame community. We look forward to providing you with an exceptional gaming experience, no matter where you are in the world!
