What are the requirements for new casinos in Australia

1. General procedure for new casinos to enter the market

In Australia, new online casinos cannot start operating without a license issued in accordance with * Interactive Gambling Act 2001 and ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority) requirements. The license is given only after a multi-stage check of the operator, its platform and compliance with all standards aimed at protecting players.

2. Basic requirements for new operators

2. 1. Financial sustainability

Confirmation of sufficient capital to pay the winnings in full.
Provision of financial statements and bank guarantees.
Mandatory reserve fund to cover large winnings and unexpected expenses.

2. 2. Technical infrastructure

Use secure servers with certified encryption systems (SSL/TLS 1. 3).
Placing player data in secure data centers with limited access.
Possibility of integration with national payment systems (PayID, POLi, BPAY).

2. 3. Honesty of games

Use of independent laboratory certified random number generators (RNGs) (eCOGRA, iTech Labs).
Publish RTP information for each slot or game.
Prohibition on changing algorithms without re-certification.

2. 4. Responsible play

Availability of self-locking instruments, limits on deposits and rates.
Integration with Australia's * BetStop * self-exclusion system.
Provide access to gambling risk material.

2. 5. Data Security Policy

Full compliance with * Privacy Act 1988 and * Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) *.
Prohibition on the transfer of personal data to third parties without the consent of the player.
Mandatory two-factor authentication for account login.

2. 6. Transparent rules and bonuses

Publish all bonus offer terms and conditions before activating them.
No wager or maximum output hidden limits.
Detailed description of all stages of promotions and tournaments.

2. 7. Localization and support

English interface adapted for Australian players.
Availability of 24/7 support including phone and live chat.

3. Procedure for obtaining a license

1. Filing with the appropriate licensing authority (depending on jurisdiction within Australia).
2. Preliminary check of owners and key employees for convictions and violations in the field of gambling.
3. Platform security testing, RNG compliance and stability.
4. Financial audit and proof of solvency.
5. Issuing a license and entering the operator into the official register.

4. Why the requirements for new casinos are tougher

Prevent fraud and protect players from unscrupulous operators.
Combating money laundering and illegal transactions.
Keeping the market under state control and compliance with international iGaming standards.

5. Control after start-up

Even after obtaining a license, new casinos in Australia pass:
  • regular audits (at least 1 times a year);
  • check of payments and reports on complaints;
  • control over compliance with new legal requirements.

Conclusion:
  • To launch in Australia, a new online casino must pass a multi-level test - from financial reliability to transparency of bonuses and integration of responsible gaming tools. Strict standards make the market safer for players and exclude random or questionable projects.