Municipality Rotterdam: Permit for gaming machines and amusement arcades
Amusement arcades
The municipality of Rotterdam limits the number of licences for amusement arcades. Currently, all licences for amusement arcades have been issued.
If you want to install a gaming machine, you need a gaming machine licence. 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
- you have a valid alcohol and catering licence for this location
- 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.
You can submit your application online or by post.
Applying online
Log in with your DigiD.
By post
Complete the form and send it to the municipality:
Gemeente Rotterdamt.a.v. Horeca VergunningenPostbus 700123000 KP Rotterdam
You pay a fee for this service. For more information, visit our website: Vergunning kansspelautomaten aanvragen.
You will receive a response to your application within 8 weeks.