# Declarations

Before conducting raffles in Victoria (VIC) or Northern Territory (NT), organizations must have specific declarations or approvals in place. Our system requires verification of these requirements during activation.

### Victoria (VIC) Requirements

#### [Declaration from VGCCC](https://help.rafflelink.com.au/getting-started/regulations/victorian-raffle-regulations/what-is-a-vgccc-declaration)

* **Mandatory**: All organizations must obtain a declaration
* **Verification**: Organization must be listed on VGCCC website
* **Purpose**: Legal authorization to conduct raffles in Victoria

#### If Not Declared

1. Remove VIC as a selling state, OR
2. Pause activation until declaration is obtained

Do **not** proceed with VIC sales without declaration

### Northern Territory (NT) Requirements

#### [For NT-Based Organizations](https://help.rafflelink.com.au/getting-started/regulations/nt-tas-online-only-exemption/northern-territory-regulations#how-to-apply-for-an-nt-permit)

* **Required**: Approval as an approved association
* **Purpose**: Authorization to conduct local raffles
* **Verification**: Must have current approval documentation

#### For Non-NT Organizations

* **Required**: Foreign Lottery Permit
* **How to Obtain**: Contact <ditt.licensingnt@nt.gov.au>
* **Purpose**: Permission to conduct interstate raffles in NT

#### If Not Approved

1. Remove NT as a selling state, OR
2. Wait until appropriate approval is obtained

Do **not** proceed with NT sales without approval

### Verification Process

#### Before Confirming

1. Check your organization's declaration status
2. 1. Verify listing on VGCCC website (for VIC)
   2. Confirm NT approvals if applicable
3. Ensure all documentation is current

#### Options if Requirements Not Met

1. **Remove States**
   * Edit state selections
   * Remove VIC and/or NT
   * Proceed with other states only
2. **Obtain Declarations**
   * Pause activation
   * Apply for necessary declarations
   * Resume once approved
3. **For Victoria:**
   * Apply through VGCCC
   * Wait for declaration
   * Verify listing on website
4. **For Northern Territory:**
   * Local organizations: Apply for association approval
   * Interstate organizations: Apply for Foreign Lottery Permit
   * Await approval before proceeding