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Black Ocean B.V.

Gaming OperatorRegistered March 19, 2024Visit Website ↗
2
Applications
5
Domains
13
Related Entities
0
Locations

OGL/2024/1185/0721

Granted
Submitted: February 3, 2025End Date: June 6, 2025

Customer

Contact
Corvin Nagtegaal
Email
blackoceanlicense@xcm.cw
Company
Black Ocean B.V.

Review Timeline

Verification
JMJosenne Mambre (GCB User 2)
Ended May 15, 2024
Verification
KDKimberly De Freitas (KdF)
Due Diligence
AAAnton Axiaq (AAX)
Background Check
PWPhilippe Warzee (PW)
Background Check
AAAnton Axiaq (AAX)
Due Diligence
AAAnton Axiaq (AAX)
Due Diligence
STSarah Tua (ST)
Due Diligence
KMKevin Mallia (KM)
Suitability
HSHilary Stewart Jones (HSJ)
Approval
CPCedric Pietersz (Managing Director GCB)
Conditionally Issued
CPCedric Pietersz (Managing Director GCB)
Conditionally Issued
DEDennis Engelhardt (CGA User DE)
Conditionally Issued
DIDarvey Isidora (CGA User DI)

Compliance Checklists

Application Verification ReviewCritical21 items
Online Gaming Application Form - Page 3: Question 19.1 (reviewed and approved)QuestionCriticalDue Feb 5, 2025

For question 19, please select the answer: applicant or Third party service provider. If Third party service provider is selected, please complete question 19.1. This is not required if the applicant applies for B2B. Kindly resubmit the form including the answer to 19.1.

<div>For question 19, please select applicant or Third party service provider. If Third party service provider is selected, please complete </div><div>question 19.1. This is not required if the applicant applies for B2B.  Kindly resubmit the form including the answer to 19.1.  </div>

The Applicant must still comply with the requirements and procedures applicable to the license reclassification process for a B2B license. Until such reclassification has been approved, The Applicant will continue to be classified as a B2C license holder.
[Darvey Isidora - 05-08-2026 19:43]
This checklist item is no longer applicable due to the change in license type from B2B to B2C.
[Darvey Isidora - 09-06-2026 19:02]
Question 19QuestionCriticalDue Oct 31, 2024

Question 19.1 is not completed. Kindly resubmit the form including the answer to 19.1

Question 19.1 is not completed. Kindly resubmit the form including the answer to 19.1

Online Gaming Application Form - PAGE 6: Question 34 (reviewed and approved)QuestionMinorDue Jan 23, 2025

The Online Gaming Application Form has a different contact person (Lorenza Godett) than the portal user (Corvin Nagetegaal). Kindly change to the appointed portal and resubmit the form.

The Online Gaming Application Form has a different contact person (Lorenza Godett) than the portal user (Corvin Nagetegaal). Kindly change to the appointed portal and resubmit the form.

The Applicant must still comply with the requirements and procedures applicable to the license reclassification process for a B2B license. Until such reclassification has been approved, The Applicant will continue to be classified as a B2C license holder.
[Darvey Isidora - 05-08-2026 19:43]
This checklist item is no longer applicable due to the change in license type from B2B to B2C.
[Darvey Isidora - 09-06-2026 19:06]
Online Gaming Application Form - Page 6: Question 35-38 (reviewed and approved)QuestionMinorDue Jan 23, 2025

Kindly change the provided information in question 35-38 to match the correct portal admin mention in question 34.

Kindly change the provided information in question 35-38 to match the correct portal admin mention in question 34.

The Applicant must still comply with the requirements and procedures applicable to the license reclassification process for a B2B license. Until such reclassification has been approved, The Applicant will continue to be classified as a B2C license holder.
[Darvey Isidora - 05-08-2026 19:44]
This checklist item is no longer applicable due to the change in license type from B2C to B2B.
[Darvey Isidora - 09-06-2026 19:09]
Question 36QuestionMinorDue Oct 31, 2024

Please provide the information to match the answer to Question 34

Please provide the information to match the answer to Question 34

Application dateQuestionMinorDue Oct 31, 2024

The Application date is missing. Kindly provide the application date and resubmit.

The Application date is missing. Kindly provide the application date and resubmit.

Question 7QuestionMinorDue Oct 31, 2024

Option 7.4 is selected, then 7.4.1 must be completed

Option 7.4 is selected, then 7.4.1 must be completed

Belymenko Volodymyr- SignatureMiscellaneousMinorDue Oct 31, 2024

Signature is missing

Signature on the form is required. Sign the form and resubmit

Personal History Disclosure Form of: Christopher van RosbergQuestionCriticalDue Nov 27, 2024

The personal application number is incorrect. Kindly resubmit the forms with the correct application number.

The personal application number is incorrect. Kindly resubmit the forms with the correct application number.

Personal History Disclosure Form of: Christopher van RosbergQuestionCriticalDue Nov 27, 2024

The personal application number is incorrect. Kindly resubmit the forms with the correct application number.

The personal application number is incorrect. Kindly resubmit the forms with the correct application number.

Online Gaming Application Form - PAGE 6: QUESTION 35QuestionCriticalDue Nov 27, 2024

Question 35 is incorrect, the information is not from the Portal Administrator. Kindly select at least one item from Question 35 and resubmit the form.

Question 35 is incorrect, the information is not from the Portal Administrator. Kindly select at least one item from Question 35 and resubmit the form.

Online Gaming Application Form - PAGE 6: QUESTION 35QuestionCriticalDue Nov 28, 2024

Question 35 is incorrect, the information is not from the Portal Administrator. Kindly select at least one item from question 35 and resubmit the form.

Question 35 is incorrect, the information is not from the Portal Administrator. Kindly select at least one item from question 35 and resubmit the form.

Online Gaming Application Form - PAGE 6: QUESTION 37QuestionCriticalDue Nov 28, 2024

Question 37, must match Portal administrator. Kindly fill Question 37 and resubmit the form if it does not match Portal administrator information.

Question 37, must match Portal administrator. Kindly fill Question 37 and resubmit the form if it does not match Portal administrator information.

Online Gaming Application Form - PAGE 6: QUESTION 38QuestionCriticalDue Nov 28, 2024

The Online gaming application form address in Question 38 has to match portal administrator. Kindly complete Question 38 and resubmit the form.

The Online gaming application form address in Question 38 has to match portal administrator. Kindly complete Question 38 and resubmit the form.

Onlinge Gaming Application Form - PAGE 6: QUESTION 38QuestionCriticalDue Nov 27, 2024

The Online gaming application form address in Question 38 has to match portal administrator. Kindly complete Question 38 and resubmit the form.

The Online gaming application form address in Question 38 has to match portal administrator. Kindly complete Question 38 and resubmit the form.

Online Gaming Application Form - PAGE 6: QUESTION 39QuestionCriticalDue Nov 28, 2024

The form has a different contact person email address in Question 39 from that of the portal administrator. Kindly change the email address and resubmit the form.

The form has a different contact person email address in Question 39 from that of the portal administrator. Kindly change the email address and resubmit the form.

Online Gaming Application Form - Page 7: Declaration and Data Privacy (reviewed and approved)QuestionCriticalDue Jan 16, 2025

The Online Gaming Application Form must have the Declaration and Data privacy on page 7 named and signed by the Portal Administrator (Corvin Nagtegaal). Kindly named and resign page 7 and resubmit the Form.

The Online Gaming Application Form must have the Declaration and Data privacy on page 7 named and signed by the Portal Administrator (Corvin Nagtegaal). Kindly  named and resign page 7 and resubmit the Form.

The Applicant must still comply with the requirements and procedures applicable to the license reclassification process for a B2B license. Until such reclassification has been approved, The Applicant will continue to be classified as a B2C license holder.
[Darvey Isidora - 05-08-2026 19:46]
This checklist item is no longer applicable due to the change in license type from B2C to B2B.
[Darvey Isidora - 09-06-2026 19:10]
Volodymyr Oleksandrovych Belymenko - Passport (reviewed and approved)PassportCriticalDue Jan 16, 2025

The enclosed passport document is not an International Passport. Kindly resubmit a valid passport.

The enclosed passport document is not an International Passport. Kindly resubmit a valid passport.

International Passport has already been reviewed and approved.
[Darvey Isidora - 09-06-2026 19:14]
Personal History Disclosure Enclosures - Volodymyr Oleksandrovych BelymenkoPassportCriticalDue Nov 28, 2024

The enclosed passport document is not an International Passport. Kindly resubmit a valid passport.

The enclosed passport document is not an International Passport. Kindly resubmit a valid passport.

Personal History Disclosure Form of Volodymyr Oleksandrovych BelymenkoQuestionHighDue Nov 28, 2024

The Personal History Disclosure Form must be digitally signed by the person submitting the form. Kindly resign and resubmit.

The Personal History Disclosure Form must be digitally signed by the person submitting the form. Kindly resign and resubmit.

Volodymyr Oleksandrovych Belymenko - Personal History Disclosure Form Page 2 Question 17-19QuestionMinorDue Jan 16, 2025

Kindly update the provided information in question 17-19 to match the international passport of Volodymyr Oleksandrovych Belymenko.

Kindly update the provided information in question 17-19 to match the international passport of Volodymyr Oleksandrovych Belymenko.

Application Due Diligence ReviewCritical7 items
QPA/2024/00941 - Volodymyr Belymenko - ApplicationMiscellaneousCriticalDue Apr 25, 2025

PHDF: you need to sign it and verify it digitally SOW: Please provide more evidence , certified and that is in relation what you declared in the PHDF as a SOW Proof of address : Please provide a utility bill. Passport: Please certify each page. Provide a letter from a financial institution confirming that the individual is a valid person.

<p>PHDF: you need to sign it and verify it digitally </p><p>SOW: Please provide more evidence , certified and that is in relation what you declared in the PHDF as a SOW</p><p> Proof of address : Please provide a utility bill.</p><p> Passport: Please certify each page. </p><p>Reference Letter: Provide a letter from a financial institution confirming that the individual is a valid person.</p>

Share Ledger Certification (reviewed and approved)Share LedgerCriticalDue Apr 28, 2025

Certifier to be independent. Kindly view PHDF for certification guidelines. Resubmit duly certified

Certifier to be independent. Kindly view PHDF for certification guidelines. Resubmit duly certified

Updated Share Ledger has already been reviewed and approved. This checklist item is therefore closed.
[Darvey Isidora - 09-06-2026 19:23]
Financial StatementsFinancial AuditCriticalDue Apr 28, 2025

Submit FS for year ending 2023, as well as signed financials in whatever form which are not older than 6 months

Submit FS for year ending 2023, as well as signed 2024 financials in whatever form.

Business Plan - organisational structureBusiness PlanCriticalDue Apr 28, 2025

Submit a detailed management structure showing responsibilities and controls, as well as identifying all key persons

Submit a detailed management structure showing responsibilities and controls, as well as identifying all key persons

Compliance OfficerOperationsCriticalDue Aug 12, 2026

No Compliance officer. A compliance officer fluent in AML matters is required.

No Compliance officer. A compliance officer fluent in AML matters is required.<br><br><b><u>Update: 8/5/2026</u></b><br><div>Dear Applicant,</div><div>Please note that you are required to comply with the requirements and procedures applicable to the license reclassification process for a B2B license. Until such reclassification has been formally approved, you will continue to be classified as a B2C license holder.</div><div><br></div><div>Accordingly, the requirement to appoint a Compliance Officer remains outstanding. Kindly ensure that this requirement is fulfilled at your earliest convenience.</div><div><br></div><div>Thank you for your cooperation.<br><br></div>

This checklist item is no longer applicable due to the change in license type from B2C to B2B.
[Darvey Isidora - 09-06-2026 19:37]
Player VerificationQuestionCriticalDue Aug 12, 2026

Please advise at what stage players are verified in line with Curacao AML obligations.

Please advise at what stage players are verified in line with Curacao AML obligations.<br><br><b><u>Update: 8/5/2026</u></b><br><div>Dear Applicant,</div><div>Please note that you are required to comply with the requirements and procedures applicable to the license reclassification process for a B2B license. Until such reclassification has been formally approved, you will continue to be classified as a B2C license holder.</div><div><br></div><div>Accordingly, the required information remains outstanding. Kindly ensure that it is submitted at your earliest convenience.</div><div><br></div><div>Thank you for your cooperation.<br><br></div>

This checklist item is no longer applicable due to the change in license type from B2C to B2B.
[Darvey Isidora - 09-06-2026 19:37]
Corporate Website (postponed - under discussion)QuestionCriticalDue Jun 16, 2026

Corporate Website

<div><b><u>Update: 6/9/2026</u></b><br>Dear Applicant,</div><div>Kindly update the Organizational Details section in the Portal to include the corporate website at your earliest convenience. Thank you for your cooperation.</div>

postponed - under discussion
[Darvey Isidora - 05-08-2026 20:22]