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UK Licensed Gambling Operators Registered Abroad

Discover which casino, bingo and betting companies hold UK Gambling Commission licenses but are registered in offshore jurisdictions like Malta, Gibraltar, Cyprus and the Isle of Man.

1511
Active Gambling Sites
Operated from Offshore
451
Offshore Operators
With Active UK Licenses
10
Foreign Countries
Hosting UK Licensed Sites

Gambling Operators by Country

Malta

380 active operators

1071
Active Sites
Total Operators
470
Total Sites
1227

Cyprus

6 active operators

178
Active Sites
Total Operators
8
Total Sites
274

Ireland

17 active operators

126
Active Sites
Total Operators
22
Total Sites
253

Gibraltar

33 active operators

101
Active Sites
Total Operators
53
Total Sites
262

Denmark

2 active operators

12
Active Sites
Total Operators
3
Total Sites
27

Bulgaria

4 active operators

10
Active Sites
Total Operators
5
Total Sites
10

Germany

3 active operators

4
Active Sites
Total Operators
9
Total Sites
8

Italy

1 active operators

4
Active Sites
Total Operators
2
Total Sites
4

South Africa

4 active operators

3
Active Sites
Total Operators
5
Total Sites
6

USA - Massachusetts

1 active operators

2
Active Sites
Total Operators
1
Total Sites
2

Largest Offshore Gambling Operators

Operator Country City Sites
Progressplay Limited Malta - 153
ProgressPlay Limited Cyprus Limassol 115
Broadway Gaming Ireland DF Limited Ireland Dublin 88
Skill On Net Limited Cyprus Limassol 59
Skill On Net Limited Malta - 53
White Hat Gaming Limited Malta - 52
Aspire Global International Limited Malta - 50
L.C.S Limited Malta - 37
White Hat Gaming Limited Malta MOSTA 28
N1 Interactive Limited Malta - 27
Apollo Entertainment Limited Malta TA' XBIEX XBX 1011 27
Boylesports Enterprise Ireland Dundalk Co Louth 21
Co-Gaming Limited Malta - 21
Geokul Limited Malta - 19
888 UK Limited Gibraltar GIBRALTAR 16
Infiniza Limited Malta - 14
LC International Limited Gibraltar GIBRALTAR 13
Grace Media (Gibraltar) Limited Gibraltar Gibraltar 13
Happytiger ApS Denmark Aalborg 12
Gamesys Operations Limited Gibraltar Gibraltar 12

Why Are Gambling Companies Registered Offshore?

Many gambling operators with UK Gambling Commission licenses choose to register their companies in offshore jurisdictions such as Malta, Gibraltar, Cyprus, and the Isle of Man. While these companies must comply with UKGC regulations to serve UK customers, their corporate registration determines their tax obligations and regulatory oversight.

Malta Registered Gambling Companies

Malta is the largest offshore hub for UK licensed gambling operators, with 1071 active gambling sites operated by Malta-registered companies. The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) is one of the most respected regulators globally, and Malta offers favourable corporate tax rates for gaming companies.

Gibraltar Licensed Casinos

Gibraltar is home to 101 UK licensed gambling sites. Gibraltar's Gaming Commission has a strong reputation, and the jurisdiction offers political stability and favourable business conditions for gaming operators.

Cyprus Gambling Operators

Cyprus has emerged as a growing hub for gambling companies, with 178 active gambling sites. Many operators choose Cyprus for its EU membership, favourable tax regime, and skilled workforce in the gaming sector.

Regulatory Transparency

While offshore registration is legal and common in the gambling industry, transparency about company ownership and registration is important for consumers. All operators on this page must maintain valid UK Gambling Commission licenses and comply with UK consumer protection standards, regardless of where they are registered.