Simply Alpha Capital

Tier 3 · Licensing

Isle of Man (AGCC) Gaming License

Tier-1 offshore license with institutional-grade credibility. Darin Oliver was formerly Deputy Director of Licensing at the AGCC - few advisories can match this.

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The Isle of Man and AGCC (Alderney Gambling Control Commission) licenses are among the most credible offshore gaming licenses available. They unlock banking, processors, and institutional investors that the cheaper offshore licenses cannot. The application process is rigorous and the standards are high. Our founder Darin Oliver was formerly the Deputy Director of Licensing at the AGCC and personally oversaw more than 100 international operators through the application process.

What It Covers

License scope.

  • Full license - B2C casino, sportsbook, poker, bingo
  • Associate Certificate - for B2B suppliers and hosted licensees
  • Interactive Gaming License - online-focused operations
  • External Gaming Certificate - for operators licensed elsewhere using Alderney infrastructure
  • Strong banking and processor acceptance worldwide

Cost

Investment range

Application fees, regulatory capital, and ongoing compliance typically total £60K–£150K in year one depending on license type. Annual fees are tied to gaming revenue. Full engagement cost depends on scope and structure.

Timeline

Typical path

Typical timeline is 4–8 months from engagement start through license issuance - the AGCC is notable for rigorous review combined with responsive communication.

Our Process

How we run the application.

  1. Readiness review - assess your business against AGCC standards before submission.
  2. Corporate setup - local entity, director structure, compliance officer appointments.
  3. Business plan and forecasts - investor-grade financial and operational documentation.
  4. Policy suite - AML/KYC, responsible gaming, player protection, T&Cs, SOPs.
  5. Systems audit - hosting, DR/BCP, RNG, platform specifications.
  6. AGCC application - we manage correspondence, clarifications, and hearings through license grant.

Why Simply Alpha

Darin Oliver - Simply Alpha's founder - was Deputy Director of Licensing at the AGCC. He personally oversaw more than 100 international operators and knows exactly what the commission looks for in every application. This is as close to an inside line as a licensing advisory can legitimately offer.

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