Mexico is one of the largest potential markets for online gambling in Latin America, but it has a unique regulatory structure.
Unlike other countries, Mexico does not yet have a dedicated online gambling license issued by a central regulator.
Instead, online operations must be authorized through a partnership with an existing land-based license holder (permisionario).
At Itzitip, we help international operators enter the Mexican market by connecting them with reliable local partners, supporting company setup, and advising on the legal and operational framework required to launch.
✅ How the licensing model works in Mexico
To operate legally in Mexico:
- You must reach an agreement with a land-based license holder (permisionario) that already has a valid federal gambling permit.
- This agreement allows the use of their license to offer online gambling under a revenue-share model.
- The typical structure includes:
- One-time setup fee: approx. 400.000 USD
- Revenue share: (normally 6-7 % of GGR)
- A 6-month grace period to build and launch the product before the revenue share applies
This model allows you to operate legally under the existing framework without waiting for a new licensing law to be enacted.
🏢 Company setup and local presence
To manage your operation in Mexico, you will need to establish a Mexican legal entity. This company:
- Is not linked directly to gambling
- Can be 100 % owned by a foreign parent company
- Will be used to:
- Sign the agreement with the permisionario
- Open local bank accounts
- Manage contracts and service providers
- Handle payments and marketing activity
Company setup usually takes 1 to 3 months and costs between 3.000 USD and 5.000 USD, depending on complexity.
At Itzitip, we can assist you with the entire local setup process, including:
- Legal incorporation
- Banking
- Payment processing
- Marketing agency connections
- Operational guidance
🧩 How Itzitip can help
We offer a full-entry solution for international brands looking to operate legally in Mexico:
- We connect you with reliable land-based license holders open to online partnerships
- Assist with negotiating and structuring the revenue share agreement
- Coordinate the setup of your local Mexican entity with trusted legal partners
- Provide support in finding payment processors, affiliates, media buying agencies, and more
- Advise you on how to align your operation with current market expectations and best practices
👉 If you’re ready to explore online gambling opportunities in Mexico, contact us and we’ll help you set up your operation with local partners and regulatory confidence.