Victorian Raffle Regulations
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All benefiting non-profit organizations must be "Declared" by the VGCCC ()
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Valid for 10 years
Processing time: Up to 28 days
Required for total prize pool value > $20,000
Only for charities or non-profit organizations
Individuals/Businesses need a 'Letter of Authority' from the benefiting non-profit
Third-party conductors must be licensed Commercial Raffle Organizers
✅ RaffleLink is a VGCCC-licensed commercial raffle organizer
Maximum: 6x total prize pool value or permit-authorized amount
✅ RaffleLink's system automatically limits ticket sales to ensure compliance with fundraising caps
Prize pool ≤ $500: 1 day or 8-hour period (draw same day)
Prize pool ≤ $20,000: Up to 3 months
Prize pool > $20,000: Up to 12 months
✅ Easily notify ticket holders of raffle extensions through RaffleLink's system
Retain all records for 3 years
Collection of ticket buyers' street address is NOT required, UNLESS the raffle is operating with a VIC permit
✅ All raffle records and information are securely stored and readily accessible in RaffleLink's system
No cash prizes or prepaid debit cards
Specific store gift cards allowed
Vehicle prizes: Include all on-road costs
Retain prizes for at least 3 months (special rules for perishables)
Unclaimed prizes after 12 months: Sell and transfer proceeds to organization's account
First ticket drawn wins highest value prize
Large raffles (prize > $100K): May require independent auditor for draw
VGCCC Declaration approval
Processing Time: 21 days
Application Fee: $28.40
Phone: 0404 395 826
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