Bingo Game Operator License

Applicant must get a Bingo Identification Number from the New York State Gaming Commission.

Non-Profit Organizations incorporated in New York State must register and remain active with the New York State Department of State. Active status will be verified by DCWP prior to license issuance. If operating under an Assumed or Doing-Business-As (DBA) Name, an Assumed Name Certificate must also be filed.

Non-Profit Organizations incorporated outside of New York State must obtain a Certificate of Doing Business in Good Standing from the Secretary of State from the business' home state, and file it with an in New York with the New York State Secretary of State. Although DCWP does not require hardcopy submission of business certificates, DCWP reserves the right to request and examine the documents under section 20.104 of the New York City Administrative Code.

Submit three completed and signed copies of the applicant's NYS Gaming Commission application materials, including File Forms BC-2, BC-2A and BC-2B.

Submit a proof of right to use the premises where the non-profit organization will hold bingo games. More info

If the license application will be filed by someone other than the applicant, complete the Granting Authority to Act Affirmation.

List of Fees. More info

List of accepted payment methods. More info