Office of Lottery and Gaming

If you are renewing your license and any of the information below has changed, please update your application type to Change of Ownership.

• Change in ownership type, i.e., Sole Proprietorship to Partners or Corporation.
• Any change in EIN Tax # and/or Corporation name/number
• A new owner was added with a greater than 10% stake in ownership.

If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please select Weusi Berry as the assigned Sales Coordinator below. 

OWNERSHIP INFORMATION

*You must attach an explanation if you answered "Yes" to any of the questions above.

CONTACT INFORMATION

The Office of Lottery & Gaming does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, height, weight, physical or mental ability, veteran status, military obligations, and marital status.

OPTIONAL - BUSINESS OWNER

(for internal record keeping only, please select the appropriate choices below)

**PLEASE READ** Once the file is uploaded, please ensure to select UPLOAD to save the document, BEFORE proceeding to upload the next required document. 

Click here for examples of required documents

Click here  Authorization for Electronic Fund Transfer Form

Click here  Authorization for Electronic Fund Transfer Form

Click here  Authorization for Electronic Fund Transfer Form

Click here  Authorization for Electronic Fund Transfer Form

Renewal Notification of Change Form

Click here Corporate Data Supplemental Form Owner #2

Click here Corporate Data Supplemental Form  Owner #3

Click here Corporate Data Supplemental Form Owner #4

For Sports Wagering Lottery Retailer Applicants ONLY:

For Sports Wagering Lottery Retailer Applicants ONLY:

For Sports Wagering Lottery Retailer Applicants ONLY:

Click here Security Plan Submission Form

Click here Security Plan Submission Form

Click here Security Plan Submission Form

Please be advised that failure to submit all required documents will render your application incomplete and ineligible for processing.

LICENSE CONDITIONS
The Applicant agrees to the following conditions:

Clean HandsPursuant to the "Clean Hands Before Receiving a License of Permit Act of 1996" (DC Law 11-118, as amended; D.C. Official Code Sec. 47-2861 et seq.), the District of Columbia Government 
(District) shall not issue or reissue any license or permit to an Applicant if the Applicant owes the District more than $100 in outstanding debt.

Retailer Bulletin Number 97-0001No lottery or daily numbers game tickets shall be sold at other than the price fixed by the D.C. Lottery, and NO sale shall be made by other than the licensee or licensee's employees. Lottery tickets shall ONLY BE SOLD TO PERSONS 18 YEARS OLD OR OLDER. Any person convicted of violating this section shall be subject to a fine not to exceed $1,000 or imprisonment not to exceed 6 months, or both.

Your lottery license is non-transferable. If you are considering selling your business, an application for license of new owners must be filed 45 days prior to actual change of ownership.
Lottery Indemnification AgreementAs a condition of licensure the Applicant agrees to indemnify and to save harmless the District of Columbia against any and all actions, claims and demands of whatever kind or nature that the District of Columbia may incur by reason of or in consequence of issuing a lottery retailer license to the licensee.

CREDIT CHECK AND RELEASE OF INFORMATION
By signing this authorization for Background Check, Credit Check and Release of Information, I expressly authorize the Office of Lottery and Gaming (OLG) to obtain a credit report, and personal and business records which may assist the OLG in determining my eligibility for a lottery retailer license.

I expressly waive, release, discharge and forever hold harmless and agree to indemnify any local, state or federal government body; commercial or business enterprise; non-profit entity; individual; or any other public or private entity that releases  information to the OLG under the authority of this Authorization.

I am aware that false or misleading statements or failure to provide required information may be cause for denial of my application for a lottery retailer license in the District of Columbia.
I have agreed to submit this Authorization for Background Check, Credit Check and Release of Information.

Pursuant to D.C. Official Code § 22-2405, a person commits the offense of making false statements if that person willfully makes a false statement that is in fact material, in writing, directly or indirectly, to any instrumentality of the District of Columbia government, under circumstances in which the statement could reasonably be expected to be relied upon as true. Any person convicted of making false statements shall be fined not more than the amount set forth in D.C. Official Code § 22-3571.01 or imprisoned for not more than 180 days, or both.

SPORTS RETAILER LICENSE APPLICATION AGREEMENTThe submission of a DC Lottery Sports Retailer license application and application fee of $5,000 does not guarantee that a license will be issued. Sports Retailer applications are reviewed to determine the Applicant's ability to serve the economical and efficient operation of a lottery and lottery operated sports book through the sale of lottery  and sports wagering tickets. The issuing of a Sports Retailer license is within the discretion of the Office of the Chief Financial Officer of the District of Columbia and the Executive Director of the Office of Lottery and Gaming depending on the Lottery's judgment regarding: (1) Accessibility of the business to individuals with disabilities; (2) financial stability and responsibility of the business; (3) the sufficiency of existing licenses to serve public convenience and (4) the volume of expected sales.

In addition, the Applicant agrees to and must adhere to the following requirements and responsibilities:

RETAILER LICENSE APPLICATION AGREEMENT

The submission of a DC Lottery Retailer license application does not guarantee that a license will be issued. Applications are reviewed to determine the Applicant's ability to serve the economical and efficient operation of a lottery through the sale of lottery tickets. The issuing of a lottery license is within the discretion of the Office of the Chief Financial Officer of the District of Columbia and the Executive Director of the Office of Lottery and Gaming depending on the Lottery's judgment regarding: (1) Accessibility of the business to individuals with disabilities; (2) financial stability and responsibility of the business; (3) the sufficiency of existing licenses to serve public convenience and (4) the volume of expected sales.

In addition, the Applicant agrees to and must adhere to the following requirements and responsibilities:

1. The Applicant agrees to abide by and comply with the provisions of D.C. Code Section 36- 601.01, et seq, D.C. Mun. Regs. Title 30 and any rules, regulations and instructions promulgated heretofore and hereafter by the Office of Lottery and Gaming.
2. Maintain compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) D.C. Mun. Regs tit. 30 § 311 for the duration of licensure.
3. Attend all training sessions required by the OLG. No license will be issued with out official retailer training as specified.
4. Prominently display the license in an area on the premises which is open and conspicuous to the public.
5. The Applicant agrees to sell and validate instant and on-line lottery tickets at all times during normal business hours.
6. The Applicant agrees to keep current records and receipts of all operations. The Applicant also agrees to be financially responsible to the OLG for all revenues derived from the sale of lottery tickets and for tickets that are cashed or canceled and are later presented to the OLG for payment.
7. Prominently display point of sale and other promotional materials used in conjunction with ticket sales in accordance with instructions issued by the OLG.
8. Pay all claims up to a maximum of $600 in cash or by business check, regardless of where the winning ticket was purchased.
9. Achieve and maintain Minimum Sales Standards established by the OLG. Failure to do so may result in suspension or revocation of a license.
10. Exercise due diligence in the operation and care of the terminal and peripherals and immediately notify the OLG of any malfunction.
11. Provide an electrical outlet that remains on twenty-four (24) hours a day for terminal use.
12. Notify the OLG at least fourteen (14) days in advance of the licensee's intent to cease operation temporarily (e.g. vacation, inventory, etc.) or as soon as possible in the case of an emergency (illness, death in family, etc.).
13. Notify the OLG of a change of ownership, change in business address or type of business in accordance with sections 206 and 209 of the DCL or OLG rules.
14. A lottery license is NON-TRANSFERABLE.
15. Lottery tickets shall ONLY BE SOLD TO PERSONS 18 YEARS OLD OR OLDER.

ACCOUNT OPTIONS

By creating an account and submitting a DC Lottery application, you agree to receive emails, text messages to your phone, or other communications from the Lottery, which may be automated and could include such topics as, but not limited to, the following: Newsletters, license renewal reminders, promotions, surveys, Lottery application updates, Lottery license updates. You may opt-out by unsubscribing or texting STOP.

BY SIGNING THIS APPLICATION, I CERTIFY THAT THE ANSWERS ARE CORRECT AND COMPLETE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE. I ALSO CERTIFY THAT:

• I understand the questions and statements on this application.
• I have read and understand the legal information contained on this application
• I understand and agree that the Office of Lottery and Gaming may contact other persons or organizations to obtain needed proof of my eligibility for a lottery retailer license.