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Nevis
Nevis has been a financial services hub since the 1980s — four decades of banking, trusts, and international business corporations. In April 2025, the Nevis Island Assembly passed the Online Gaming Bill, creating a modern iGaming framework built on that regulatory foundation.
The legislation was two years in development, shaped by consultation with operators, legal advisors, and corporate service providers. Rather than inventing a new model, the authorities studied what works in Malta and Isle of Man and built a system that matches their regulatory standards at a fraction of the cost and timeline. It launched with industry support already in place.
We were involved in the consultation process from early on and have worked with NOGA since the regime went live. For established operators looking for Tier-1 credibility without Malta’s overhead, Nevis is where we steer the conversation.
Why businesses choose Nevis
FATF Whitelist Credibility
St Kitts and Nevis sits on the FATF whitelist — verified effective controls against money laundering and terrorist financing. That status directly shapes an operator’s ability to open bank accounts and onboard payment providers. Where Curaçao’s gray-list history creates friction with acquirers, Nevis gives banking partners confidence from the start.
Zero-Tax, Full Compliance
No corporate tax, no gaming tax, no VAT, no withholding on dividends — all iGaming revenue is treated as foreign-sourced. Unlike some zero-tax jurisdictions that attract regulatory scrutiny, the framework complies with the EU Code of Conduct against harmful tax practices. Operators keep what they earn without compliance ambiguity.
Tier-1 Standards, Accessible Entry
One license covers every gaming vertical — casino, sports betting, poker, eSports, crypto, and live games — with support for up to 40 URLs under a single license. At €28,000 annually with a less than 90-day timeline, the cost and speed gap compared to Malta or Isle of Man is significant.
What You Can Do Here
iGaming Licensing
The strongest path to a regulated gaming operation for operators stepping up from a startup license. Our top recommendation for businesses that need Tier-1 credibility and zero gaming tax.
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Nevis business corporations, offshore structuring, and registered agent services backed by 40+ years of financial services infrastructure.
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We’d recommend Nevis for operators who’ve proven their model and want a jurisdiction with genuine regulatory weight behind it. It’s the right move when your banking partners and payment providers need to see a credible license — and when Malta’s cost structure and 12-month timelines don’t match your growth stage.
It’s not the right starting point for first-time operators with limited startup capital — Anjouan offers a faster, more affordable path to market for that profile. And if your business specifically needs EU market access or a UK-facing license, Malta and Gibraltar remain the only real options. Many of our clients start with Anjouan, then add Nevis when the revenue supports a Tier-1 credential.
How does Nevis compare?
See licensing costs, timelines, and tax structures side by side with Curaçao — the jurisdiction operators most often compare it to.
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