Licence information

MER invites individuals and companies to apply for licences. All submitted applications are investigated to verify the sustainability of all applicants. Furthermore, the applications are subjected to public inspections and objections.

Liquor Licence

This programme investigates the suitability of applicants for licensing (including shareholders, premises and employees) and holders of licences (including licence amendments and renewals) as per the requirements of gambling and liquor legislation

Gambling Licence

This programme investigates the suitability of applicants for licensing (including shareholders, premises and employees) and holders of licences (including licence amendments and renewals) as per the requirements of gambling and liquor legislation

Audit

This programme provides assurance that gambling levies are complete, accurately calculated and paid timeously, as prescribed

Compliance

This programme ensures regulatory compliance of all gambling and liquor operations and gambling equipment whilst combating all forms of prohibited gambling, illegal liquor trade and supply within the MER’s control

Statistics and performance

Be informed about the Gambling and Liquor complying performance information for licence holders within the industry.

Research and Planning

This programme monitors transformation and sustainability of the gambling and liquor industries; and further ensures research is conducted to inform policy and decision-making.