Apply for an amusement machine licence
A Gaming Machine (Amusement with Prizes) Licence is required to operate any kind of amusement machine made available for public use, which involves a game of chance and offers prizes.
This applies to the following types of establishment:
- Pubs and Hotels
- Clubs
- Amusement Arcades
- Bingo Halls
A licence is required for any pub or licensed premises operating more than two gaming machines. A licence is also required for any other permitted premises (e.g. amusement arcades) operating any number of machines. The licence must be renewed every three years.