Permit for gaming machines and amusement arcades

Municipality Alphen aan den Rijn: Permit for gaming machines and amusement arcades

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Municipality Alphen aan den Rijn
Checked 7 Feb 2025
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If you want to install a slot machine, you need a gaming machine licence. Contact the municipality if you want to install a gaming machine.

You can only apply for a gaming machine licence only if you operate an amusement arcade or if you have a high-treshold establishment. An establishment is high-treshold if:

  • the location is used as a café or restaurant 
  • Only 2 gaming machines are allowed
  • you have a valid alcohol and catering licence for this location (alcoholvergunning)
  • the activities are suitable for persons aged 18 and over

To apply for a gaming machine licence, you also need other permits:

  • For a high-treshold establishment, you need a valid alcohol and catering licence.
  • For an amusement arcade, you need a valid operating permit for an amusement arcade.

For more information and and to apply for this permit, please consult www.alphenaandenrijn.nl (in Dutch).

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