GRAI opens applications for betting licences under Ireland’s new framework
Ireland’s Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland began operating as the central regulator in early February after key provisions of the Gambling Regulation Act 2024 commenced. The GRAI opened applications for betting licences on 9 February 2026 and said licensing would proceed in phases; business-to-business licensing will follow later.
Operators seeking to serve Ireland must apply under the new licensing framework and meet its compliance requirements.