Northern Territory Foreign Lottery Regulations

Permit Requirements

• Organizations that do not operate within NT MUST apply for a 'Foreign Lottery Permit' to sell tickets to NT residents for a raffle of any size

• Must hold a valid permit in any other State/Territory to be eligible

Key Rules

General Requirements

• Must comply with regulations of the primary licensing jurisdiction

• Any complaints, disputes, or compliance matters will be handled by the primary licensing jurisdiction

Permit Conditions

All Foreign Lottery Permits must comply with these conditions:

• No ticket sales to persons under 18 years of age

• Major prize must not comprise of liquor

• Monthly report required on tickets sold in the Territory (using approved form)

• Additional conditions may be specified by the Director

How to Apply For a Foreign Lottery Permit

Application Process

1. Request Checklist & Application Form from: [email protected]

2. Submit required documentation (valid raffle permit from another state/territory)

3. Submit application within required timeframe

4. Wait for processing

5. Comply with any additional conditions specified

Required Documentation

• Copy of valid permit held in another State/Territory

Submission Timeframe

Must submit application:

• No earlier than three months before lottery start

• No later than 14 days before lottery start date

Processing Time

• 10 days

Application Fee

• FREE

Additional Information

• Full regulations available in section 40 of the Gaming Control Act 1993

Interstate Sales

The regulations of other States/Territories apply when opening sales to interstate residents. Other State/Territory regulation summaries are available upon request and/or schedule a free phone consultation.

Contact Information

• Email: [email protected]

• Phone: [phone]

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