Part ofPermits and licences
Apply for a gaming or pools licence
Licence to operate pools betting, lottery, sports betting or gaming machines under the CRS Lottery and Gaming Law 2024.
You can use this service if:
- you are a business operating in Cross River State
- cac registration
- premises address
- 3-year tax clearance for operators
It costs ₦15,000. From ₦15,000 first year (agent). This is a renewed every year service.
Apply here — Cross River State handles this service for you and files it with Cross River State Lottery and Gaming Agency on your behalf. No extra trip.
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You'll need to sign in to your Cross River State account to apply. If you don't have one, you can create one using your NIN (for individuals) or CAC number (for businesses).
What you get
At the end, you will receive your gaming licence.
How to apply
- Sign in to your Cross River State account.
- Fill in the online form with your details.
- Check your answers and submit.
- Pay the fee of ₦15,000 online.
- A state officer will review your application. You'll receive a licence — usually within 5 working days.
After you apply
You can check the status of your application at any time from your account. We'll also send you an email update when the status changes.