Both land-based and remote gaming businesses are regulated and subject to the Malta Gaming Authority’s rules, regulations, and directives.
Malta is a self-governing republic that is a member of the British Commonwealth. On May 1, 2004, it became a member of the European Union. Malta is one of the largest and most respected online gambling jurisdictions in the world, and it was the first EU member state to regulate remote gaming.
Under the Public Lotto Ordinance, Malta began legalising internet gaming enterprises in 2000. (L.N. 34 of 2000). The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) is in charge of gaming governance in Malta and has policies in place for its remote gambling operations.
In 2004, the Remote Gambling Regulations (L.N. 176/04) were changed to cover four different categories of Remote Gambling Licenses (RGL). Operators who provide online casino games, lotteries, slots, games of chance, and games of skill are awarded Class 1 licences.