Two jurisdictions that frequently attract the attention of emerging operators are Rota iGaming (Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands) and Gibraltar iGaming (United Kingdom overseas territory). Although both offer pathways to operate legally and to interface with payment providers, the regulatory, tax, and reputational frameworks behind them differ substantially.

The new Rota casino license offers a U.S. Territory framework with stronger AML, clearer oversight and the option to remain tax-neutral offshore, while Curaçao keeps its edge on ultra-low profit tax and sports betting coverage. Choosing between them depends on whether you prioritise compliance credibility or pure cost efficiency.

If you are running an online crypto casino in Costa Rica, you should seriously consider expanding under a Rota iGaming license. It combines attractive business and tax flexibility with a credible U.S. Territory (CNMI) regulatory framework, while also improving your access to reputable PSPs and merchant account providers.