Denmark to introduce a new licence for walkie-talkie and local radio bingo

A licence shaped for local groups

Radio bingo has been part of Danish towns for many years. Small clubs, local stations and volunteer groups often ran these games to bring people together or raise funds. Many worked with loose rules and local habits. The new licence aims to bring order — while keeping the familiar community touch.

The proposal keeps fees low and places a cap on revenue. These limits may prevent large operators from turning the activity into a commercial race. The idea is simple: protect community games while giving them a clear, steady rulebook. Key points include:

• A defined permit for walkie-talkie and radio bingo

• Low fees and set revenue limits

• A required first-year activity report

• A dedicated contact at Spillemyndigheden

How groups may apply in 2026

If the bill passes, applications will open on 1 January 2026. Each operator must file the official “Application for bingo via walkie-talkie or radio,” known as Form 1-02. A digital version will appear in January and may help users complete the process faster.

Spillemyndigheden will assign every applicant a single contact. That person will guide the group through each step and stay available for later questions. This steady link — used in other licences — aims to reduce confusion and help small operators avoid mistakes.

New duties and careful reporting

The licence falls under the same law that covers online casinos. This means operators must follow clear rules on fairness, record keeping and user protection. The main duty is the first-year activity report. Using Form 1-04, operators must file it within 14 months. The report must explain how all rules were followed in the first twelve months.

Some may see the rules as strict for such a small activity. Yet officials say that simple checks help ensure trust and protect users.

A small change with wider meaning

The new licence arrives as Denmark tightens rules on ads, user safety and problem-gaming checks. Walkie-talkie bingo may seem minor, yet the plan shows how even small parts of the market now fall under clearer rules.

Other countries may study this model. A low-cost licence with simple steps could appeal to states looking to guide community games without heavy pressure.

If the bill moves forward, 2026 could mark a fresh chapter for a quiet but long-loved Danish pastime — one shaped by tradition, yet guided by new rules.