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Play UK Internet N.V.

Gaming OperatorRegistered March 25, 2024
1
Applications
5
Domains
12
Related Entities
0
Locations

OGL/2024/1404/0617

Granted
Submitted: December 3, 2024End Date: June 4, 2025

Customer

Contact
George Van Zinnicq Bergmann
Email
playukinternet@igamingcompliance.com
Company
Play UK Internet N.V.

Review Timeline

Verification
JMJosenne Mambre (GCB User 2)
Ended May 20, 2024
Verification
DFDesiree Francisco (CGA User 6)
Due Diligence
AAAnton Axiaq (AAX)
Due Diligence
STSarah Tua (ST)
Suitability
HSHilary Stewart Jones (HSJ)
Suitability
AFAsha Fitzgerald (ASHF)
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)
Fully Issued
DIDarvey Isidora (CGA User DI)

Compliance Checklists

Application Verification ReviewCritical14 items
Online Gaming License Application Form - Question 17.1 (Supervision Phase)QuestionCriticalDue May 25, 2026

Question 17.1: If the platform software provider is licensed in other jurisdictions, kindly specify the relevant jurisdictions.

Question 17.1: If the platform software provider is licensed in other jurisdictions, kindly specify the relevant jurisdictions.<br><br><div><b><u>Update: 5/18/2026:</u></b></div><div>Dear Applicant,</div><div>The requested information remains outstanding. Kindly ensure that it is duly submitted at your earliest convenience. Thank you for your cooperation.</div><div><br></div>

This item will be temporarily closed pending the indefinite-term license approval process. A new item will be opened during the supervision phase.
[Darvey Isidora - 11-08-2026 19:57]
Online Gaming License Application Form - Question 39 (Supervision Phase)QuestionCriticalDue May 25, 2026

The email address must be the same as that of the portal user.

The email address must be the same as that of the portal user.<br><br><b><u>Update: 5/18/2026:</u></b><br>Dear Applicant,<br>The individual registered as the portal administrator has been removed from the position. Please ensure that a new portal administrator is appointed and that the associated email address corresponds with that of the designated portal user. Thank you for the cooperation.<br><br>

This item will be temporarily closed pending the indefinite license approval process. A new item will be opened during the supervision phase.
[Darvey Isidora - 11-08-2026 19:59]
Personal History Disclosure Form of Gary Peter Owens - PAN (Supervision Phase)MiscellaneousCriticalDue May 25, 2026

The Personal Application Number is not correct.

The Personal Application Number is not correct.<br><br><div><b><u>Update: 5/18/2026</u></b></div><div>Dear Applicant,</div><div>The requested information remains outstanding. Kindly ensure that it is duly submitted at your earliest convenience. Thank you for your cooperation.<br><br></div>

This item will be temporarily closed pending the indefinite license approval process. A new item will be opened during the supervision phase.
[Darvey Isidora - 11-08-2026 20:00]
The PHDF has already been reviewed and approved. This item is therefore closed.
[Darvey Isidora - 18-05-2026 15:05]
Personal History Disclosure Form of Gary Peter Owens - Question 19 (Supervision Phase)QuestionCriticalDue May 25, 2026

Question 19: The response to Question 19 is missing. Kindly complete Question 19 and resubmit the form.

Question 19: The response to Question 19 is missing. Kindly complete Question 19 and resubmit the form.<br><br><div><b><u>Update: 5/18/2026:</u></b></div><div>Dear Applicant,</div><div>The requested information remains outstanding. Kindly ensure that it is duly submitted at your earliest convenience. Thank you for your cooperation.<br><br><br></div>

This item will be temporarily closed pending the indefinite license approval process. A new item will be opened during the supervision phase.
[Darvey Isidora - 11-08-2026 20:01]
The PHDF has already been reviewed and approved. This item is therefore closed.
[Darvey Isidora - 18-05-2026 15:08]
The Personal History Disclosure Form of George van Zinnicq Bergmann (reviewed and approved)MiscellaneousCriticalDue Nov 25, 2024

the form is not submitted

Submit the form

This individual has been removed from the position. This item is therefore closed.
[Darvey Isidora - 18-05-2026 15:16]
Business and Corporate Information Form - Page 1 Question 4QuestionMinorDue Nov 21, 2024

The Business and Corporate Information Form is missing company Tax ID Number in question 4. Kindly fill the company Tax ID Number in question 4 and resubmit the form.

The Business and Corporate Information Form is missing company Tax ID Number in question 4. Kindly fill the company Tax ID Number in question 4 and resubmit the form.

Business and Corporate Information Form - Page 1 Question 5QuestionMinorDue Nov 21, 2024

The Business and Corporate Information Form is missing the company date of incorporation in question 5. Kindly fill the company date of incorporation in question 5 and resubmit the form.

The Business and Corporate Information Form is missing the company date of incorporation in question 5. Kindly fill the company date of incorporation in question 5 and resubmit the form.

Plau UK Internet N.V. - Director's List (reviewed and approved)Director's ListCriticalDue Dec 2, 2024

The enclosed directors list is incorrect. Kindly resubmit a new/ updated directors list ( Curaçao chamber of commerce extract).

The enclosed directors list is incorrect.  Kindly resubmit a new/ updated directors list ( Curaçao chamber of commerce extract).

The Directors List has been reviewed and approved. This item is therefore closed.
[Darvey Isidora - 18-05-2026 15:20]
Martin Ryman - Criminal Record (reviewed and approved)Criminal RecordMinorDue Nov 21, 2024

The enclosed criminal record document for Martin Ryman is expired (15 Feb 2023). Kindly resubmit a recent/valid (within the last six months) criminal record document.

The enclosed criminal record document for Martin Ryman is expired (15 Feb 2023). Kindly resubmit a recent/valid (within the last six months) criminal record document.

This individual has been removed from the position. This item is therefore closed.
[Darvey Isidora - 18-05-2026 15:22]
Gary Owens - Criminal RecordCriminal RecordMinorDue Nov 21, 2024

The enclosed criminal record document for Gary Owens is expired (17 Jun 2023). Kindly resubmit a recent/valid (within the last six months) criminal record document.

The enclosed criminal record document for Gary Owens is expired (17 Jun 2023). Kindly resubmit a recent/valid (within the last six months) criminal record document.

Annemarie Heyer - Personal History Disclosure FormMiscellaneousCriticalDue Nov 21, 2024

We are missing the Personal History Disclosure Form of Annemarie Heyer. Kindly submit the requested document.

We are missing the Personal History Disclosure Form of Annemarie Heyer. Kindly submit the requested document.

Business and Corporate Information Form Page 2 Question 8QuestionMinorDue Dec 2, 2024

The Business and Corporate Information Form has incorrect official representative in Curaçao information in question 8. Kindly update to match the correct official representative in Curaçao information and resubmit the form.

The Business and Corporate Information Form has incorrect official representative in Curaçao information in question 8. Kindly update to match the correct official representative in Curaçao information and resubmit the form.

Annemarie Heyer - Personal History Disclosure Form Page 1: Personal Application NumberQuestionMinorDue Dec 2, 2024

The Personal History Disclosure Form of Annemarie Heyer is missing personal application number. Kindly resubmit the form with the correct personal application number.

The Personal History Disclosure Form of Annemarie Heyer is missing personal application number. Kindly resubmit the form with the correct personal application number.

Annemarie Heyer - Personal History Disclosure Form Page 2 Question 19QuestionCriticalDue Dec 2, 2024

The Personal History Disclosure Form of Annemarie Heyer has different information on the personal identification number than the provided passport. Kindly change the number to match the provided passport.

The Personal History Disclosure Form of Annemarie Heyer has different information on the personal identification number than the provided passport. Kindly change the number to match the provided passport.

Application Due Diligence ReviewCritical16 items
QPA/2024/02932 - George Van Zinnicq Bergmann - PHDF (reviewed)Proof of AddressCriticalDue Mar 17, 2025

The PHDF must be signed and verified digitally. Please resubmit.

The PHDF must be signed and verified digitally. Please resubmit.

This individual has been removed from the position. This item is therefore closed.
[Darvey Isidora - 18-05-2026 18:59]
QPA/2024/02950 - Annemarie Heyer - PHDF (reviewed and approved)MiscellaneousCriticalDue Mar 17, 2025

The PHDF must be signed and verified digitally. Please resubmit.

The PHDF must be signed and verified digitally. Please resubmit.

The PHDF has been reviewed and approved.
[Darvey Isidora - 11-08-2026 20:09]
QPA/2024/02950 - Annemarie Heyer - Proof of Address (reviewed and approved)Proof of AddressCriticalDue Mar 17, 2025

Kindly provide a utility bill that is no older than six months as of today.

Kindly provide a utility bill that is no older than six months as of today.

The proof of address has already been reviewed and approved. This item is therefore closed.
[Darvey Isidora - 18-05-2026 19:03]
QPA/2024/02950 - Annemarie Heyer - Reference Letter (Supervision Phase)MiscellaneousCriticalDue Mar 17, 2025

Please submit a reference letter from a financial institution dated within the last six months confirming that the person is a valid customer.

Please submit a reference letter from a financial institution dated within the last six months confirming that the person is a valid customer.

This item will be temporarily closed pending the indefinite license approval process. A new item will be opened during the supervision phase.
[Darvey Isidora - 11-08-2026 20:10]
QPA/2024/00738 - Martin Ryman - Proof of Address (reviewed)Proof of AddressCriticalDue Mar 17, 2025

Kindly provide a utility bill that is no older than six months as of today.

Kindly provide a utility bill that is no older than six months as of today.

This individual has been removed from the position. This item is therefore closed.
[Darvey Isidora - 18-05-2026 19:05]
QPA/2024/00738 - Martin Ryman - Criminal Record (reviewed and closed)Criminal RecordCriticalDue Mar 17, 2025

Kindly submit an official criminal record.

Kindly submit an official criminal record.

This individual has been removed from the position. This item is therefore closed
[Darvey Isidora - 18-05-2026 19:06]
QPA/2024/00738 - Martin Ryman - SOW (reviewed and closed)Source of FundsCriticalDue Mar 17, 2025

SOW is not valid. Please submit a SOW of the UBO along with certified supporting evidence in order to support the business.

SOW is not valid. Please submit a SOW of the UBO along with certified supporting evidence in order to support the business.

This individual has been removed from the position. This item is therefore closed.
[Darvey Isidora - 18-05-2026 19:07]
QPA/2024/00738 - Martin Ryman - Proof of AddressProof of AddressCriticalDue Mar 17, 2025

Kindly provide a utility bill that is no older than six months as of today.

Kindly provide a utility bill that is no older than six months as of today.

QPA/2024/00738 - Martin Ryman - Proof of AddressProof of AddressCriticalDue Mar 17, 2025

Kindly provide a utility bill that is no older than six months as of today.

Kindly provide a utility bill that is no older than six months as of today.

QPA/2024/00737 - Gary Peter Owens - Proof Of Address (reviewed and approved)Proof of AddressCriticalDue Mar 17, 2025

Kindly provide a utility bill that is no older than six months as of today.

Kindly provide a utility bill that is no older than six months as of today.

The Proof of Address has been reviewed and approved. This item is therefore closed.
[Darvey Isidora - 18-05-2026 19:11]
QPA/2024/00737 - Gary Peter Owens - Criminal Record (Supervision Phase)Criminal RecordCriticalDue Mar 17, 2025

Kindly submit an official criminal record.

Kindly submit an official criminal record.

This item will be temporarily closed pending the indefinite license approval process. A new item will be opened during the supervision phase.
[Darvey Isidora - 11-08-2026 20:12]
Business PlanBusiness PlanCriticalDue Mar 31, 2025

The Business Plan is missing. The document submitted lacks information and criteria listed in the guidelines on the application portal. It does not include a management structure, nor does it detail the business risk rationale, allocated responsibilities, controls, provision of information about payment gateways, contractual and financial model with key suppliers. Kindly review the guidelines on the portal, revise the business plan and resubmit.

The Business Plan is missing. The document submitted lacks information and criteria listed in the guidelines on the application portal. It does not include a management structure, nor does it detail the business risk rationale, allocated responsibilities, controls, provision of information about payment gateways, contractual and financial model with key suppliers. Kindly review the guidelines on the portal, revise the business plan and resubmit.

QPA/2025/03458 - Moneeb Jaffari - Compliance Officer (reviewed and approved)MiscellaneousCriticalDue Mar 31, 2025

No CO submitted. Appoint a CO and submit their PHDF, together with relevant enclosures, as well as a Letter of engagement and CV . No SOW required

No CO documents submitted. Appoint a CO and submit their PHDF, together with relevant enclosures, as well as a Letter of engagement and CV . No SOW required

The letter of appointment/engagement and curriculum vitae have been reviewed and approved. This item is therefore closed.
[Darvey Isidora - 18-05-2026 20:13]
Financial StatementsFinancial AuditCriticalDue Mar 31, 2025

Submit FS for year ending 2023 and the latest available management accounts for 2024.

Submit FS for year ending 2023 and the latest available management accounts for 2024.

Local directorDirector's ListCriticalDue Mar 31, 2025

Local director is not a TSP. Submit documentation /authorisation to provide directorship services

Local director is not a TSP. Submit documentation /authorisation to provide directorship services

AML Policy (duplicate item)MiscellaneousCriticalDue Apr 1, 2025

The AML policy must adhere to Curacao AML laws. Kindly amend.

The AML policy must adhere to Curacao AML laws. Kindly amend.

Duplicate Item. This item is therefore closed.
[Darvey Isidora - 18-05-2026 20:23]
Responsible GamingCritical16 items
ID verification procedurePolicy DocumentCriticalDue Jun 8, 2026

ID verification procedure

The RG policy must outline the procedure carried out by the operator to verify the player's age.

Account closure procedurePolicy DocumentCriticalDue Jun 8, 2026

Account closure procedure upon the operator becoming aware that the player is a minor post-registration.

The RG policy must outline the procedure for post-registration account closure upon the operator becoming aware that the player is a minor.

Record-keepingPolicy DocumentCriticalDue Jun 8, 2026

Record-keeping

The RG policy must state the operator's record-keeping policy.

LanguagePolicy DocumentCriticalDue Jun 8, 2026

Must be available in English and target market language

The RG page/policy must be available in English and the site's target market language.

Vulnerable gamblersPolicy DocumentCriticalDue Jun 8, 2026

RG policy should include a structured process on flagging potential vulnerable gamblers

The RG policy must include a structured process on flagging potential vulnerable gamblers.

Indicators of problem gamblingPolicy DocumentCriticalDue Jun 8, 2026

Must have a structured process for responding to indicators of problem gambling

The RG policy must contain a structured process for responding to indicators of problem gambling. The key monitoring factors include: - Deposit and wagering frequency - Repeated failed transactions due to insufficient funds - Reversing withdrawals - A pattern of inexplicable extended play sessions - Unreasonable increased communication with customer support, including requests for bonuses - Frequent changes to RG tools - Players maxing out a credit card - Attempts to open multiple accounts to bypass deposit or loss limits

Monitoring and interventionPolicy DocumentCriticalDue Jun 8, 2026

Adopt RBA to determine level of monitoring and intervention

The RG policy must adopt RBA to determine level of monitoring and intervention

Recording RG interactionsPolicy DocumentCriticalDue Jun 8, 2026

Record all RG interactions in PAM system

The RG policy must state that the operators records all RG interactions in the PAM system

Identification of vulnerable personsPolicy DocumentCriticalDue Jun 8, 2026

Procedure to follow for players identified as vulnerable persons

The RG policy must define the procedure to be followed for players identified as vulnerable persons

Cooling-off periodPolicy DocumentCriticalDue Jun 8, 2026

Operator must offer players option to activate a cooling-off period

The operator must offer players the option to activate a cooling-off period

Cooling-off optionsPolicy DocumentCriticalDue Jun 8, 2026

Options for cooling-off must include duration and marketing opt-out at minimum

The options for cooling-off may include Duration, brand, vertical and marketing, of which the duration and marketing opt-out are mandatory. Furthermore, the duration must be for a minimum of at least 24 hours

Self-ExclusionPolicy DocumentCriticalDue Jun 8, 2026

Operator must offer players the option to self-exclude themselves for a duration of at least 1 year

Operator must offer players the option to self-exclude themselves for a duration of at least 1 year

Deposit LimitsPolicy DocumentCriticalDue Jun 8, 2026

Players must be able to set limits on the total amount they deposit

Players must be able to set limits on the total amount they deposit

Training and Staff ReadinessPolicy DocumentCriticalDue Jun 8, 2026

Operators must train customer service and Responsible Gaming staff to handle player interaction profesionally and effectively

Training should cover, at least: - Recognizing signs of gambling distress - Conducting sensitive and structured conversations with at-risk players - Directing players to appropriate support resources and RG tools

Consumer Advertising and MarketingPolicy DocumentCriticalDue Jun 8, 2026

Operators must not engage in irresponsible advertising

The RG policy must state that the operator must not engage in irresponsible advertising, including: - No targeting of Vulnerable Groups - No portrayal of Gambling as an Investment - No misrepresentation of Skill vs Chance - No Emotional Manipulation - Marketing materials must not feature minors or depict them engaging with gambling content - No explicit content - No encouragement of Unrelated Harmful Behaviours - Bonuses and promotions must be communicated transparently - Operators must not use bonuses to encourage excessive gambling - Operator is responsible for materials provided to affiliates, representatives, sponsorships, ambassadors, social media influencers - Operator must make any contracted third-party aware of their RG policy - All advertising must include a clearly visible RG message or slogan

Initiating direct contactPolicy DocumentCriticalDue Jun 8, 2026

When a player exhibits behaviour that reasonably suggests they may be a Vulnerable Player, the operator must initiate direct contact

When a player exhibits behaviour that reasonably suggests they may be a Vulnerable Player, the operator must initiate direct contact

Player ComplaintsCritical3 items
Recommencing ADR process with a different entity (Supervision Phase)Policy DocumentCriticalDue Jun 9, 2026

The policy must state that once the ADR process is completed it cannot be recommenced by either the player or the operator with another different ADR entity.

The policy must state that once the ADR process is completed it cannot be recommenced by either the player or the operator with another different ADR entity.

This item will be closed pending the indefinite-term license approval process and will be reopened during the supervision phase.
[Darvey Isidora - 11-08-2026 20:28]
Recommencing dropped ADR processes (Supervision Phase)Policy DocumentCriticalDue Jun 9, 2026

The policy must state that in the event that the player drops out of the ADR process (but it has already begun) the player should not have the right to resurface the dispute in the future.

The policy must state that in the event that the player drops out of the ADR process (but it has already begun) the player should not have the right to resurface the dispute in the future.

This item will be closed pending the indefinite-term license approval process and will be reopened during the supervision phase.
[Darvey Isidora - 11-08-2026 20:28]
Restrictions on ADR escalation (Supervision Phase)Policy DocumentCriticalDue Jun 9, 2026

Provision of ADR services by the operator is mandatory. If the operator sets ADR parameters in order to prevent abuse (such as whether ADR must be undertaken before a player can initiate legal proceedings, the binding nature of the ADR outcome on the player, or whether there is a minimum claim value required for escalation to ADR), the CGA advises the operator to carefully consider these conditions and seek independent legal advice regarding any applicable civil legislation.

Provision of ADR services by the operator is mandatory. If the operator sets ADR parameters in order to prevent abuse (such as whether ADR must be undertaken before a player can initiate legal proceedings, the binding nature of the ADR outcome on the player, or whether there is a minimum claim value required for escalation to ADR), the CGA advises the operator to carefully consider these conditions and seek independent legal advice regarding any applicable civil legislation.

This item will be closed pending the indefinite-term license approval process and will be reopened during the supervision phase.
[Darvey Isidora - 11-08-2026 20:29]
Personal Background ChecksCritical14 items
Application DateQuestionMinorDue Jun 11, 2026

Check and list the Application Date.

Position/RoleQuestionCriticalDue Jun 11, 2026

List Position:

Native NameQuestionCriticalDue Jun 11, 2026

Please list the native name.

PHDFQuestionCriticalDue Jun 11, 2026

Approved or not. If no list, why?

PassportPassportCriticalDue Jun 11, 2026

Approved, or if not, list why.

Birth CertificateBirth CertificateCriticalDue Jun 11, 2026

Approved, or if not, list why.

Criminal RecordQuestionCriticalDue Jun 11, 2026

Approved, or if not, list why.

Proof of AddressQuestionCriticalDue Jun 11, 2026

Approved, or if not, list why.

Reference Letter (Supervision Phase)QuestionCriticalDue Jun 11, 2026

Approved, or if not, list why.

<p>No reference letter was uploaded</p>

This item will be closed pending the indefinite-term license approval process and will be reopened during the supervision phase.
[Darvey Isidora - 11-08-2026 20:31]
SOW - Source of Wealth (Supervision Phase)Source of WealthCriticalDue Jun 11, 2026

Approved, or if not, list why.

<p><br></p>

This item will be closed pending the indefinite-term license approval process and will be reopened during the supervision phase.
[Darvey Isidora - 11-08-2026 20:31]
No evidence was provided, only a self-declaration.
[Support Admin - 04-06-2026 15:38]
Letter of EngagementQuestionMediumDue Jun 11, 2026

Approved or if not, list why.

CVCuriculum VitaeHighDue Jun 11, 2026

Approved or if not, list why.

PEP or family of PEPQuestionCriticalDue Jun 11, 2026

If yes, list the place and role.

Open Source Media (Supervision Phase)QuestionMinorDue Jun 11, 2026

Add the URL and give a small summary.

This item will be closed pending the indefinite license approval process and will be reopened during the supervision phase.
[Darvey Isidora - 11-08-2026 20:33]
https://www.facebook.com/jade.ryman.5/ https://www.instagram.com/jaderyman/
[Support Admin - 04-06-2026 15:41]