Gaming machines

We provide licences for gaming machines such as one-armed bandits or fruit machines. They are usually found in amusement arcades, pubs, clubs and unlicensed family entertainment centres.

Categories of gaming machine

There are different categories of gaming machine depending on the stakes and prizes. Category A, B and C machines are for adults only, while category D machines have no age restrictions.

Legislation

You should read the relevant legislation before making an application:

• website: Gambling Act 2005 - Legislation.GOV.UK

Apply for a licence

You will need to download a licence application from this page, complete it and return it to us with the right payment.

You can return your completed application by email or post to the details in the contact details section of this page.

How much do gaming machine licences cost?

• for a licensing premises gaming machine automatic entitlement notification for up to 2 gaming machines the cost is £50
• for a licensed premises gaming machine permit to have more than 2 machines the cost is £150; Section 34 (Gaming Act 1968) holders are charged £100
• for a club machine permit or club gaming permit the cost is £200 for members clubs, and £100 for commercial clubs.

You can pay for your application by debit or credit card online:

Pay for your gaming machines application