Victorian Raffle Regulations

Victorian Raffle Regulations

Declaration Requirement

• All benefiting non-profit organizations must be "Declared" by the VGCCC (VGCCC Declared List)

• Complete the FREE Declaration Application

• Valid for 10 years

• Processing time: Up to 28 days

• This requirement is separate from the permit requirement below

Permit Requirements

• Required for total prize pool value > $22,340

Key Rules

Organization:

• 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

Fundraising Target Limits

• Maximum: 6x total prize pool value or permit-authorized amount

✅ RaffleLink's system automatically limits ticket sales to ensure compliance with fundraising caps

Duration Limits

• Prize pool ≤ $500: 1 day or 8-hour period (draw same day)

• Prize pool ≤ $22,340: Up to 3 months

• Prize pool > $22,340: Up to 12 months

✅ Easily notify ticket holders of raffle extensions through RaffleLink's system

Record Keeping

• Retain all records for 3 years

• Collection of ticket buyers' street address is NOT required, UNLESS the raffle is operating with a VIC permit

  • Remove address collection from your payment form here

✅ All raffle records and information are securely stored and readily accessible in RaffleLink's system

Prize Rules

• 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

Draw Process

• First ticket drawn wins highest value prize

• Large raffles (prize > $100K): May require independent auditor for draw

How to Apply For A Permit

Required Documentation

• Complete VGCCC Permit Application Form

• VGCCC Declaration approval

• Fundraising Agreement (available upon registering with RaffleLink)

Application Details

• Processing Time: 21 days

• Application Fee: $28.40

Additional Resources

• For more regulations view: VGCCC FAQs

Contact Information

• Email: [email protected]

• Phone: [phone]

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