Q: Is it legal to host an online gaming tournament with an entry fee for all participants and a cash prize for the winners? A: This can be done through obtaining an e-commerce type license. Hosting online gaming events in exchange for a fee to participate is an activity that must be licensed…

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Hosting an online gaming tournament with an entry fee

Is it legal to host an online gaming tournament with an entry fee for all participants and a cash prize for the winners?

Would this be considered as some sort of gambling?

(The game would be like a shooting/action game so it would be completely based on skill)

And if it does, and if I give gift cards to the winners instead, would that make it legal?

Hayyan Khan

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22 Apr 2020, 16:12

Hello,

I trust you are well. Hosting online gaming events in exchange for a fee to participate is an activity that must be licensed.

This can be done through obtaining an e-commerce type license either through mainland or free zones. We can provide assistance with regard to such a license.

For further information, contact us via email.

23 Apr 2020, 12:39

What would be the cost of the license through a free zone?

24 Apr 2020, 10:29

The cost depends on various factors such as whether you are looking to obtain any residence visas. However, a zero-visa package business license (which will be valid for one (1) year) will cost AED 14,500.

For further information, please contact us.

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