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Prize gaming permits
You need a prize gaming permit to hold gaming with prizes on your premises.
Prize gaming is gaming where the organiser puts up the prizes in advance. This is different from gaming where the stakes of the participants make up the winnings.
Authorised premises
We allow the following premises to offer prize gaming:
- holders of adult gaming centre premises licences
- holders of family entertainment centre premises licences
- holders of family entertainment centre gaming machine permits
- travelling fairs
- bingo halls
Apply for a prize gaming permit
To apply for a prize gaming permit, you must:
- be over 18 years old
- be the person who occupies the premises
- not hold a club gaming permit or a premises licence
- download and complete an application form
- send us your completed application form
- pay the correct fee