Municipality Staphorst: Permit for gaming machines and amusement arcades

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.

Good to know

• The presence permit can be valid for one year or indefinitely.
• You must renew the 1-year presence permit yourself in time.
• The licence is personal: you are the only person who may use it.

The municipality has standard application forms available. You can collect these at the town hall or they can be sent to you on request.

You pay a fee for this service.

You will receive a response to your application within 8 weeks.