Licence

Bookmaker's licence (Northern Ireland)

To operate as a bookmaker and take on-course and off-course bets in Northern Ireland you need a licence from the local magistrates' court

Warning You cannot apply for this licence online. Contact your local council.

You need a licence from the local magistrates’ court to operate as a bookmaker and take on-course and off-course bets in Northern Ireland.

You’ll also need an office licence if you use premises in taking off-course bets.