Malta Gaming Authority Licensed Online Casinos

The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) is one of Europe's longest-established casino licensing bodies. UK players should note that since 2014, all operators serving the British market must hold a UK Gambling Commission licence – MGA alone is not sufficient.

Last updated:27 Jul 2026

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Malta Gaming Authority Casino Quality Statistics

Average Rating

out of 100 · across 14 casinos

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MGA-Licensed Casinos (Not Available to UK Players Without UKGC Licence)

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These casinos hold Malta Gaming Authority licences but may not serve UK players unless they also hold a valid UKGC licence.

14 casinos · hold this licence

Best Offer

BET365

74/100

Above avg

Welcome Bonus

100% up to 500 USD + 100 Free Spins

Payout:< 48 hours

Min dep:10 GBP

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Masonslots

69/100

Average

Welcome Bonus

100% up to 200 EUR + 20 Free Spins

Payout:< 24 hours

Min dep:20 GBP

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UKCasinoClub

72/100

Above avg

Welcome Bonus

110% up to 100 USD

Payout:< 48 hours

Min dep:10 GBP

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BlackjackBallroom

68/100

Average

Welcome Bonus

100% up to 150 USD

Payout:< 120 hours

Min dep:10 GBP

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Key Facts

Weight Score

35/100· Weak

Jurisdiction

Malta Gaming Authority

Country

Malta (MT)

Region

Europe

Authority Type

Government regulatory authority

Established

2001

Player Protection

High

Licence Cost

€25,000 - €100,000+ depending on licence type and operator scope (approximately £21,000 - £84,000+)

Application Time

3 - 6 months

Renewal Period

Annual

Official Website

mga.org.mt/

Pros

Well-established EU regulatory framework with over 20 years of operational history
Strong player protection standards including fund segregation and game fairness audits
Recognised across most European markets, providing regulatory credibility
Comprehensive licensing process covering technical, financial, and compliance requirements

Cons

Not valid for UK operations - UK players require UKGC licensing for legal protection
Several EU countries (Germany, Netherlands, Spain, France, Denmark) require additional local licences
UK consumer protections such as GamStop, affordability checks, and UKGC dispute resolution do not apply to MGA-only sites

Key Requirements

Company registration and proof of financial stability
Fit-and-proper assessments for directors and key personnel
Segregated player funds held in independent accounts
Certified and audited gaming software from approved suppliers
Anti-money laundering (AML) and know-your-customer (KYC) systems
Responsible gambling tools, self-exclusion mechanisms, and player protection policies

MGA Licensing Requirements & Market Coverage

Key Requirements

Company registration and proof of financial stability
Fit-and-proper assessments for directors and key personnel
Segregated player funds held in independent accounts
Certified and audited gaming software from approved suppliers
Anti-money laundering (AML) and know-your-customer (KYC) systems
Responsible gambling tools, self-exclusion mechanisms, and player protection policies

Accepted Markets

AustriaFinlandGermany (with additional regulatory compliance)IrelandNorwaySweden (with additional Spelinspektionen licence)Most EU/EEA countries

Restricted Markets

United Kingdom (UKGC licence required)United StatesFrance (ANJ licence required)Spain (DGOJ licence required)Netherlands (KSA licence required)BelgiumDenmark (Spillemyndigheden licence required)

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