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The Economic Crime Levy

Gambling Commission's guidance on the Economic Crime Levy and how licensed casino operators can prepare for it.

Published
30 March 2023

Last updated
11 October 2023 - Changes

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  2. What happens if the Economic Crime Levy is not paid

What happens if the Economic Crime Levy is not paid

Under Part 9 of The Economic Crime (Anti-Money Laundering) Levy Regulations 2022 (opens in new tab), the Gambling Commission has the power to impose a financial penalty where a casino operator fails to:

  • submit their return by the due date or pay the levy by the due date
  • submit a correct return
  • notify the Gambling Commission of an under-assessment of the levy
  • notify the Gambling Commission of an amount repaid in error
  • comply with a request for information or documents
  • comply with record keeping requirements
  • submit their return by the date which is 3 months after the due date
  • pay the levy by the date which is 30 days after the due date (30 days penalty)
  • pay the levy by the date which is 3 months after the due date (3 months penalty).
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