DIAL’s licensing system makes it easy to complete applications and renewals online for those:
- Conducting charitable gambling,
- Conducting/allowing social gambling,
- Conducting amusement concession gambling, or
- Selling bingo/electronic raffle equipment or supplies.
Please note: The application fees are non-refundable. Please make sure to complete all required fields and attach any required documentation. Follow the SCG Online User Guide for step-by-step instructions.
DIAL must issue a license before any distribution begins. Please be aware that DIAL has a 30-day processing time for gambling applications. DIAL cannot guarantee to process your application in time for your activity if these timelines are not met, or if your application is incomplete.
License cost and duration: $1,000 per year
Definition
"Manufacturer or distributor" means a person engaged in business in Iowa who originally produces, or purchases from a business that originally produces, equipment or supplies which are specifically used in the conduct of a bingo occasion or an electronic raffle.
Regulations Specific to this License
"Manufacturer or distributor" refers to a person or business in Iowa that either makes, or buys from the original maker, equipment or supplies used specifically for bingo games or electronic raffles.
A licensed manufacturer or distributor may sell bingo equipment or supplies or an electronic raffle system directly to a licensed qualified organization.
A licensed qualified organization:
- can sell or give away excess bingo equipment or supplies to another licensed qualified organization. This should not happen on a regular basis.
- cannot sublease, rent, borrow, or use another organization's electronic raffle system.
Bingo cards sold in Iowa must have the manufacturer’s name imprinted on the cards.
What You Need to Apply
- To complete the Bingo/Electronic Raffle Manufacturer/Distributor application.
- Non-refundable $1,000 license fee.
- The person listed as the Responsible Party must submit the application.
For electronic raffle manufacturers or distributors:
- Submit a copy of the gambling lab certification of the electronic raffle system with the initial application.
- Include a copy of the base contract that is used with all qualified organizations using their equipment and/or software in Iowa.
State law prohibits charging a percentage of gambling revenues for any reason. This includes equipment charges, software maintenance, etc.
After You Apply
Once DIAL receives the application with the required documentation, DIAL will review it. If approved, DIAL will mail the license to the applicant. Please note that the license is not valid until you receive it. It is only valid during the period mentioned on the license.
You may call 515.281.6848 or send an email to scg@iowa.gov with any questions.
Bingo Manufacturers and Distributors in Iowa
| All American Bingo, Inc. 12947 A. Gravois Road Sunset Hills, Missouri 63127 800.752.4675 | Arrow International, Inc. 9900 Clinton Road Brooklyn, Ohio 44144 216.961.3500 |
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| Ayers Distributing, Inc. 13434 Millard Ave. Omaha, Nebraska 68137 402.551.0190 | Doolin Amusement Supply Co. 511 North Halstead Street Chicago, Illinois 60642 312.243.9424 |
| Everi Games, Inc. 7250 S Tenya Way, Ste. 100 Las Vegas, NV 89113 702.855.3000 | Integrity Bingo, LLC. 504 34th Avenue Council Bluffs, Iowa 51501 712.266.9553 |
| Pollard Games, Inc. 140 Otter Street Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3T 0M8 Canada 204.474.2323 |
Electronic Raffle Manufacturers and Distributors Licensed in Iowa
| AscendFS Delaware, Inc. 700 - 1 Yonge Street Toronto, Ontario M5E 1W7 Canada 416.479.3873 | Bump Worldwide, Inc. 145 Richmond Rd. Ottawa, Ontario 512-1A1 Canada 613.722.3421 |
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| Rafflebox Technologies, Inc. 111 W. Lewis St., #113 Greensboro, NC 27406 902.209.3134 |
Contact Information
Send all completed forms and applications to:
6200 Park Avenue
Suite 100
Des Moines, IA 50321