Ireland’s Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRAI) has released a seven-step licence application guide as it prepares for a surge in betting operators entering or expanding in the market. The move marks a digital-first approach to managing B2C betting licences, both in-person and remote, under the new Gambling Regulation Act 2024.

The updated guidance reflects GRAI’s ambition to modernise oversight and enhance accountability, with longer licence terms and tiered fees now under review. Operators with strong compliance track records may soon benefit from extended licence durations—a potential game-changer for long-term planning in the sector.

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