Game supplier
A licence as supplier of games in Denmark covers betting, online casino games and combination games. Combination games have elements of both skill and chance. Backgammon, whist and yatzy are examples of combination games.
How to obtain a licence
You can apply for a licence from the Danish Gambling Authority. A supplier licence is valid for up to 5 years. You must use application form (2-06), Annex A (2-02) and Annex B-2 (no. 2-08).
The application fee is DKK 64,500 (in 2025) and must be paid upon submission of your application at the latest.
Information regarding renewal of your licence follows.
Application for licence or application for renewal of licence for game suppliers.
Only available in Danish.
Information on game supply for game suppliers.
Only available in Danish.
For game suppliers. Statement from a representative if the representative is a company.
Only available in Danish.
Annex A
The following individuals in the company applying for a licence must fill out a personal declaration (Annex A - form 2-02):
- All the executive board members and board members
- An appointed representative in Denmark, further described in Annex C – form 2-04
- Beneficial owners in the concern related to the application company, further described in the description at the end to form 2-06
The Annex A persons ensures the provision of gambling in an appropriate and professional way by the applicant. The Danish Gambling Authority will assess based on the forwarded criminal records and declaration of debt and whether this involves a significant probability that the applicant will misuse the access to working with gambling activities. The applicant must not have any debts with public authorities.
The completing of Annex A is also a requirement if other persons by the applicant or within the concern possesses one of the above-mentioned roles.
Certification programme
The Danish Gambling Authority’s certification programme for betting and online casino is set out to ensure that the gambling system and gambling equipment executes games in a correct way and that the security surrounding the gambling system is maintained. The Danish Gambling Authority’s certification programme supplements the gambling regulation, individual licence terms and the administrative practice set out by the Danish Gambling Authority.
Game suppliers must be certified at all times in accordance with those parts of the certification programme which apply to their specific offer of gambling products.
An update of the certification programme after introduction of licences for game suppliers is in progress, and will be out for consultation as soon as possible.
Certificate program documents
The Danish Gambling Authority’s certification programme is set out to ensure that the gambling system and gambling equipment executes games in a correct way and that the security surrounding the gambling system is maintained. The Danish Gambling Authority’s certification programme supplements the gambling regulation, individual licence terms and the administrative practice set out for licence holders and game suppliers by the Danish Gambling Authority.
The licence holders and game suppliers must be certified at all times in accordance with those parts of the certification programme which apply to their specific offer of gambling products:
| Document | Frequency | Responsible for certification | Method for submission | Deadline for submission |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCP.00 General requirements | - | - | - | - |
| SCP.01 Requirements for RNG | 12 months | Game suppliers and licence holders with their own games | Games register | 1 month |
| SCP.02 Requirements for base platform | 12 months | Licence holders | Contact form** | 2 months |
| SCP.03 Information Security Management System | 12 months | Licence holders and game suppliers | Contact form** | 2 months |
| SCP.04 Requirements for penetration testing | 12 months | Licence holders and game suppliers | Contact form** | 2 months |
| SCP.05 Requirements for vulnerability scanning | 3 months | Licence holders and game suppliers | Contact form** | 1 month |
| SCP.06 Change management programme | 12 months | Licence holders and game suppliers | Contact form** | 2 months |
| SCP.07 Requirements for games* | 12 months | Game suppliers and licence holders with their own games | Games register** | 1 month |
* There are 3 versions of requirements for games - One for online betting, one for land-based betting and one for online casino.
** When licence holders submit certification reports they must select the category “Certification – Licence holder” in the contact form on the Danish Gambling Authority’s website. Game suppliers must select the category “Certification – Game supplier”.
Two versions of the certification program during transition period
Following the introduction of supplier licencees as of January 1, 2025, the certification program has been updated. From January 1, 2025 to July 1, 2025, there is a choice between the previous version and the updated version. The previous version can be found in the zip file below. The updated version can be found under the individual documents.
May be used up to and including 30 June 2025
The general framework for certification of licence holders and the general conditions
Ensuring that the RNG works correctly.
Ensuring that the licence holder's base platform works correctly.
May only be used by licence holders.
Ensuring that the licence holder's gambling system and business system are protected against threats and secure sensitive information stored in the systems.
Ensuring that the licence holder's gambling system and business system are tested for vulnerabilities.
Ensuring that the licence holder's gambling system and business system are scanned for vulnerabilities
Ensuring that all changes to the gambling system are conducted to this set of standards, hereby seeking an adequate quality for the implementation of changes.
Game specific requirements for the use of game certificates.
May be used up to and including 30 June 2025
The general framework for certification of licence holders and the general conditions
Ensuring that the RNG works correctly.
Ensuring that the licence holder's base platform works correctly.
May only be used by licence holders.
Ensuring that the licence holder's gambling system and business system are protected against threats and secure sensitive information stored in the systems.
Ensuring that the licence holder's gambling system and business system are tested for vulnerabilities.
Ensuring that the licence holder's gambling system and business system are scanned for vulnerabilities
Ensuring that all changes to the gambling system are conducted to this set of standards, hereby seeking an adequate quality for the implementation of changes.
Requirements for betting platform for the use of game certificates.
May be used up to and including 30 June 2025
The general framework for certification of licence holders and the general conditions
Ensuring that the RNG works correctly.
Ensuring that the licence holder's base platform works correctly.
May only be used by licence holders.
Ensuring that the licence holder's gambling system and business system are protected against threats and secure sensitive information stored in the systems.
Ensuring that the licence holder's gambling system and business system are tested for vulnerabilities.
Ensuring that the licence holder's gambling system and business system are scanned for vulnerabilities
Ensuring that all changes to the gambling system are conducted to this set of standards, hereby seeking an adequate quality for the implementation of changes.
Requirements for betting platform for the use of game certificates.
The general framework for certification of licence holders and the general conditions
Ensuring that the RNG works correctly.
Ensuring that the licence holder's gambling system and business system are protected against threats and secure sensitive information stored in the systems.
Ensuring that the licence holder's base platform works correctly.
May only be used by licence holders.
Ensuring that the licence holder's gambling system and business system are tested for vulnerabilities.
Ensuring that the licence holder's gambling system and business system are scanned for vulnerabilities
Ensuring that all changes to the gambling system are conducted to this set of standards, hereby seeking an adequate quality for the implementation of changes.
Game specific requirements for the use of game certificates.
Requirements for betting platform for the use of game certificates.
Requirements for betting platform for the use of game certificates.
The general framework for certification of licence holders and the general conditions
The general framework for certification of licence holders and the general conditions
Ensuring that the licence holder's gambling system and business system are protected against threats and secure sensitive information stored in the systems.
Ensuring that the licence holder's gambling system and business system are tested for vulnerabilities.
Ensuring that the licence holder's gambling system and business system are scanned for vulnerabilities
Ensuring that all changes to the gambling system are conducted to this set of standards, hereby seeking an adequate quality for the implementation of changes.
May be used up to and including 30 June 2025
May be used up to and including 30 June 2025
May be used up to and including 30 June 2025
The general framework for certification of licence holders and the general conditions
Ensuring that the RNG works correctly.
Ensuring that the licence holder's base platform works correctly.
May only be used by licence holders.
Ensuring that the licence holder's gambling system and business system are protected against threats and secure sensitive information stored in the systems.
Ensuring that the licence holder's gambling system and business system are tested for vulnerabilities.
Ensuring that the licence holder's gambling system and business system are scanned for vulnerabilities
Ensuring that all changes to the gambling system are conducted to this set of standards, hereby seeking an adequate quality for the implementation of changes.
Game specific requirements for the use of game certificates.
Requirements for betting platform for the use of game certificates.
Requirements for betting platform for the use of game certificates.
Standardrapporter
Til hvert dokument er der tilknyttet en standardrapport med dokumentkoden SCP.XX.XX.DK, der skal bruges ved rapportering til Spillemyndigheden om certificeringer. Dokumentkoden for standardrapporter bruger samme systematik som dokumenterne i certificeringsprogrammet.
Kan anvendes til og med den 30. juni 2025
When you have obtained a licence
Payment of fees
If you have a supplier licence, you must pay an annual fee of DKK 43,000 (in 2025).
Changes to the licence
If there are changes in the conditions on which the permit was issued, form 2-07 must be completed. If there are any changes to previously approved persons regarding the executive board members and board members, you must fill out form 2-07. If any new individuals are appointed to roles covered by Annex A, you must fill out form 2-02.
The Danish Gambling Authority may decide that an individual covered by Annex A must resign from their post if they have been convicted of a criminal offence that involves a risk that they will misuse their access to working with gambling activities.