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Uganda Betting and Gaming Licence

Uganda’s National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board licenses betting and gaming businesses. Its General Betting licence covers online and land-based sports betting, while casino operations fall under a separate category.

Online sports betting · Online casino · Land-based casino · Land-based betting

Last reviewed: 23 October 2026

Regulator

National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board

Required documents

Applicants must provide company and beneficial-ownership information, demonstrate financial capacity and submit operational documentation. Directors and shareholders undergo suitability checks.

Application process

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Official sources

This guide is general information, not legal advice. Requirements change; always confirm with the regulator or speak to our team.

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