Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board Licensed Online Casinos

The PGCB regulates online gambling in Pennsylvania with strict player protection standards. For UK players, this licence represents a US state-level regulatory framework considerably different from UKGC oversight.

Last updated:27 Jul 2026

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Casino Quality Statistics – Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board

Average Rating

out of 100 · across 2 casinos

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Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board Licensed Casinos

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Casinos holding valid PGCB licences operate exclusively within Pennsylvania under strict state regulation.

2 casinos · hold this licence

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79/100

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Min dep:10 GBP

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74/100

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Key Facts

Weight Score

5/100· Weak

Jurisdiction

Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board

Country

United States (US)

Region

North America

Authority Type

Government

Established

2004

Player Protection

High

Licence Cost

Application and annual licensing fees vary; initial application typically £50,000 - £200,000 USD equivalent.

Application Time

12 - 18 months

Renewal Period

Annual

Official Website

gamingcontrolboard.pa.gov/

Pros

Strict financial controls and segregated player fund accounts
Comprehensive game fairness audits and random number generator certification
Mandatory responsible gambling tools and self-exclusion programmes
Formal complaint resolution process operated by a credible state regulator

Cons

Restricted to Pennsylvania residents only; not available to UK players
Longer licensing process (12 - 18 months) compared to some other regulators
Limited international recognition outside the United States

Key Requirements

Demonstrated financial stability and capital reserves
Comprehensive background investigation and suitability assessment
Implementation of certified game testing and fairness verification
Anti-money laundering and know-your-customer compliance controls
Segregated player fund accounts with independent auditing
Mandatory responsible gambling tools and player communications

Licensing Requirements & Market Coverage

Key Requirements

Demonstrated financial stability and capital reserves
Comprehensive background investigation and suitability assessment
Implementation of certified game testing and fairness verification
Anti-money laundering and know-your-customer compliance controls
Segregated player fund accounts with independent auditing
Mandatory responsible gambling tools and player communications

Accepted Markets

United States (Pennsylvania)Selected international markets

Restricted Markets

United KingdomEuropean UnionMost non-US jurisdictions

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