Municipality Heerlen: 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

• You must make sure to renew your gaming machine licence on time.
• The licence is personal: you are the only person who may use it.

You can submit your application by post.

By post

Request the form by phone. Complete the form and send it to the municipality.

You pay a fee for this service. For more information, contact the municipality.

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