How to Verify an Anjouan Gaming License 2026 – Legarithm

Players, payment providers, software partners, and B2B service companies all need to verify whether an Anjouan gaming license is real before doing business with or under an operator. The Anjouan Gaming Board (AGB) maintains a public registry for exactly this purpose. This guide explains how to use it, what to look for, and what to do when something does not match.

Why License Verification Matters

An Anjouan gaming license is publicly issued and publicly searchable. The license number appears on every legitimate licensee’s website, typically in the footer alongside the jurisdiction information. A casino or gaming operator displaying “Licensed by the Anjouan Gaming Board” without a verifiable license number, or with a number that does not appear in the AGB registry, is operating without valid regulatory standing.

The practical stakes are high. For players: unverified operators have no regulatory accountability and no player protection mechanisms. For payment providers: processing for unlicensed operators exposes the processor to financial crime risk. For software providers: supplying content to an unlicensed operator violates the terms of the provider’s own regulatory agreements. Verification takes five minutes; the consequences of skipping it can be severe.

Step 1: Locate the License Number on the Operator’s Website

Every legitimate Anjouan-licensed operator must display:

• The license number (AGB-issued, typically in the format of a unique identifier assigned at issuance)
• The name of the licensing authority: “Anjouan Gaming Board” or “Anjouan Gaming Authority”
• The jurisdiction: island of Anjouan, Union of the Comoros

Check the website footer first — this is the standard display location. Some operators also display license information on their About page, Terms and Conditions, or a dedicated Licensing page.

Note the exact license number. If no license number is displayed — only a general claim of being “licensed” — that is the first red flag.

Step 2: Access the AGB Public Registry

Navigate to the official AGB website: anjouangaming.org

The AGB maintains a public registry of all currently valid licenses. On the registry page, you can search by:

• Operator name
• License number
• Website domain

Use at least two of these search parameters to confirm the result. An operator name might be similar to a different entity; the license number should match exactly.

What a valid entry shows:

• The licensed entity’s legal name (the company name, not the brand name)
• License number
• License type (B2C or B2B)
• Issue date
• Expiry date (typically one year from issuance)
• Status: Active / Expired / Suspended / Revoked

Step 3: Cross-Reference the Details

A license appearing in the registry is a necessary condition but not sufficient on its own. Cross-reference the following:

Legal entity name: Does the company name in the AGB registry match what is disclosed in the website’s terms and conditions? It may be a different name than the brand — that is normal. But the registered legal entity should be findable.

Expiry date: Is the license currently active? An expired license is as legally ineffective as no license. Operators are responsible for renewing annually; players and partners are responsible for checking.

License type: If you are a software provider evaluating a potential client, confirm the license type is B2C (operator) rather than B2B (provider). A B2B certificate does not authorise direct player-facing operations.

Domain match: Some operators try to use another entity’s license number. Check whether the domain registered under the license matches the domain you are investigating.

Step 4: Verify the Display on the Operator Website

A license number appearing in the AGB registry but not properly displayed on the operator website may indicate the operator is not the actual licensee — they may be operating under a revenue-sharing arrangement with the licensee without proper authorisation.

Verify:

• The license number shown on the website matches the registry exactly (character by character)
• The licensing authority named on the website is “Anjouan Gaming Board” or “Anjouan Gaming Authority” — not a different entity
• The jurisdiction claim is “island of Anjouan, Union of the Comoros” or equivalent

Step 5: Contact the AGB for Confirmation (If Needed)

If there is a discrepancy — the license number appears in the registry but the details do not match, or the number does not appear in the registry at all — contact the AGB directly through the contact information on anjouangaming.org.

The AGB can confirm:

• Whether a specific license number is genuine
• The current status of a license
• Whether a specific company is the authorised holder

Do not rely on confirmation emails from the operator themselves. All verification should go through the AGB directly.

Red Flags: Signs a License May Be Fake

Fake gaming licenses exist. Some operators display license numbers that do not correspond to any real AGB registration. Warning signs include:

• No license number displayed on the website — only “licensed by Anjouan Gaming Board” as text
• A license number that returns no results in the AGB public registry
• The registry result shows a different operator name or domain than expected
• The license is listed as Expired, Suspended, or Revoked
• The operator deflects verification requests or provides a “confirmation certificate” as a PDF rather than directing you to the registry
• The website footer links to a broken or redirecting URL instead of anjouangaming.org

A PDF certificate from the operator is not a substitute for registry verification. Certificates can be forged; the public registry cannot.

For B2B Providers: Additional Verification Steps

Software providers, payment processors, and other B2B partners should perform additional due diligence beyond license verification:

1. Request a copy of the physical license certificate and cross-reference the number 2. Obtain the full corporate structure disclosure — who owns the licensed entity 3. Confirm the operator’s AML/KYC programme is in place (request the AML policy document) 4. Check the operator’s domain age and ownership history (WHOIS) 5. Review the operator’s responsible gambling and terms pages for completeness

The AGB registry confirms regulatory standing. Due diligence on the business and its principals is a separate step.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Where is the official Anjouan Gaming Board registry? A: The official public registry is at anjouangaming.org. This is the only authoritative source for Anjouan license verification. Third-party lists and aggregator sites may be outdated.

Q: Can a license number be valid but not show in the registry? A: No. All valid AGB licenses are included in the public registry. A license number that does not appear in the registry is not a valid AGB license, regardless of what the operator claims.

Q: How often is the AGB registry updated? A: The registry is updated when licenses are issued, renewed, suspended, or revoked. New licenses typically appear within a few days of issuance. If a recently issued license is not yet showing, allow a brief processing window and check again — if it still does not appear after one week, contact the AGB directly.

Q: What does a suspended Anjouan license mean? A: A suspended license is temporarily inactive — the operator cannot legally accept players during suspension. Suspension is typically triggered by regulatory non-compliance, a compliance inquiry, or late renewal. Operating under a suspended license constitutes the same breach as operating without a license.

Q: How can I tell if an operator is using another entity’s Anjouan license? A: Cross-reference the legal entity name in the registry with the operator’s disclosed legal name in their terms and conditions. If the names differ, request an explanation. Legitimate sub-licensing arrangements should be disclosed; unlicensed use of another entity’s number is fraudulent.

Conclusion

Verifying an Anjouan gaming license takes five minutes using the AGB public registry at anjouangaming.org. The check is worthwhile for anyone doing business with or under an Anjouan-licensed operator. The three-step process — find the license number on the website, confirm it in the registry, cross-reference the details — catches the most common forms of misrepresentation. When in doubt, contact the AGB directly.

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This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Regulations change frequently — consult a qualified professional before making any decisions.