Frequently Asked Questions
Gaming in Illinois
Typically, from application to live gaming, the process can take 3-4 months. In some
instances a location can be licensed within a 2-month period.
Learn more about Illinois Video Gaming License Requirements here.
Learn more about Illinois Video Gaming License Requirements here.
FlexPay offers our establishments the ability to choose how often they are paid for their share of the gaming revenue. FlexPay options include: twice per week, weekly, twice per month, and monthly options. To move to another FlexPay option, email reports@flexpay.jjventures.com or contact your account rep. Payment will be directly deposited into the company account you choose.
- One-time Application fee to the Illinois Gaming Board is $100
- Annual state gaming license is $100
- Municipality fees vary from municipality to municipality
- J&J Ventures Gaming will help you through all licensing fee processes
Currently, live gaming revenue for all locations is public record on igb.illinois.gov. We can help you research what your area and type of business tends to generate.
Applicants can qualify one of 4 ways:
- Retail (liquor pouring establishments only)
- Fraternal or Veterans Establishments
- Truck Stop Establishments:
– Three acres of property, 10K gallons of diesel sold monthly, truck parking, and convenience store - Large Truck Stop Establishments:
– In addition to the other requirements for traditional Licensed Truck Stop Establishments, an establishment must be located within three road miles of a freeway interchange and sell on average 50K gallons (instead of 10K gal) of diesel fuel per month.
All licensed establishments can have up to six (6) VGTs if allowed by the municipality. Licensed Large Truck Stop Establishments can have up to ten (10) VGTs.
The state of Illinois mandates the distribution of the Net Terminal Income. The distribution, based on percentage, is as follows:
| Administrative Share | Local Tax | State Tax | Establishment Share | Terminal Operator Share | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before 7/1/19 | 0.8513% | 5% | 25% | 34.57435% | 34.57435% |
| 7/1/19 – 6/30/20 | 0.8513% | 5% | 28% | 33.07435% | 33.07435% |
| 7/1/20 | 0.8513% | 5% | 29% | 32.57435% | 32.57435% |
You will need to obtain both a local and state liquor license.
Local: Contact the city your establishment is located in to determine their specific laws and steps you’ll need to follow.
State: State of Illinois Liquor Licenses are issued by the Illinois Liquor Control Commission (ILCC), and you will be required to fill out an application. Learn more on how to obtain an Illinois liquor license and how to renew an Illinois liquor license.
Local: Contact the city your establishment is located in to determine their specific laws and steps you’ll need to follow.
State: State of Illinois Liquor Licenses are issued by the Illinois Liquor Control Commission (ILCC), and you will be required to fill out an application. Learn more on how to obtain an Illinois liquor license and how to renew an Illinois liquor license.