VS-1144-2 Application for a Design Competition Permit Using eHerkenning

If you want to organize a contest, in most cases you will need a permit from the municipality. A contest is a game of chance and has the following characteristics:

• The player can win a prize.
• The player has no decisive influence on the outcome.
• The proceeds from the raffle will go to a charity that serves the public interest. For example, a new clubhouse, instruments for the music association, or the renovation of the church.

Fees: See the Fee Regulation.

Good to know:

You may organize a contest if:

• The participant has to do something for it. For example, come up with a slogan, write a story, or take a photo.
• A jury decides who wins the prizes.

 The following additional rules apply:

• If the total value of the prizes in the lottery or contest is less than €4,500, you must apply for a permit from the municipality. Be sure to do this at least 4 weeks in advance.
• If the total prize pool for the lottery or contest exceeds €4,500, you must apply for a license from the Gaming Authority.
• If you are organizing a contest and the total value of the prizes is less than €2,300, you do not need to apply for a permit.

To ensure better and faster service, the municipality requests, at a minimum:

• The structure of the game of chance.
• The date and time when you are organizing the game of chance.
• The total value of the prizes.
• Chamber of Commerce registration number (for your company or association).
• Copy of the association's articles of incorporation.

Gambling Tax:

If you organize a lottery, contest, bingo, or other game of chance, you must pay gambling tax. This applies even if you do not need a license.

Please note! If you are organizing a promotional bingo game or contest, a notification is sufficient.