The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) requires casino and gaming licensees to adhere to Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) regulations. These obligations are particularly emphasized for B2C licensees offering Type 1, 2, and 3 games. However, there is no specific mention of a 1x wager requirement in the context of AML/CFT for persons with a casino license under the MGA.
Licensees are mandated to adopt a risk-based approach in applying AML/CFT measures, controls, and procedures. This involves performing a business risk assessment to understand potential risks and vulnerabilities, and then devising policies and procedures for Customer Due Diligence and other AML/CFT obligations. The appointment of a Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) is also a primary requirement for licensees.
For remote gaming operators, the AML/CFT guidelines set by the Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit (FIAU) and MGA include carrying out customer due diligence for transactions amounting to €2,000 or more, either in a single transaction or split over multiple transactions. This threshold calculation does not consider funds made available by the gaming licensee itself through bonuses and winnings.
While these guidelines and procedures are comprehensive in terms of AML/CFT compliance, they do not specifically state a requirement for a 1x wager for licensees under the MGA .
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