Applying for a Bingo License

Bingos are regulated and governed by the New Jersey Legalized Games of Chance Control Commission. For complete details and requirements refer to the state’s website at: www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/lgccc.

To apply for a BINGO License, the following documents must be submitted to the Municipal Clerk’s office AT LEAST FOUR (4) WEEKS PRIOR TO THE EVENT to allow enough time to process the request.

• Organization Registration (must be the original certificate issued by the State of New Jersey for current year)
• Four (4) Copies of the Application Packet, each packet must contain:
  • Completed Bingo License Application (with original signatures and original notary stamp/seal)
• Two (2) Checks as applicable ($20.00 for each occasion on which any game or games of bingo are to be conducted)
  • One (1) check payable to the "Legalized Games of Chance Control Commission"
  • One (1) check payable to the "Borough of Garwood"

When completing the Bingo Application, please note the following:

• Part A: General
  • If the applicant does not own the premises they must either:
    • Attach Form 10-A (Statement of Landlord)
    • Attach a Letter of Donation from landlord for use of facility
    • Must provide State ID Number
• Part B: Schedule of Expenses
  • Any expenses for items purchased or rented should be listed
  • Bingo supplies must be purchased from a licensed supplier. A list of licensed suppliers can be found on the state’s website.
• Part C: Schedule of Purposes
  • Proceeds can never be given to an individual or family
  • This section must be signed
• Part D: Schedule of Prizes
  • Cost to play
  • List the exact price and retail value
  • Number of Bingo Faces / Sheet
  • Tiebreaker Regulations

Attachments

Applicant should attach a Schedule of Games. For EACH game to be played this must list:

• Time
• Game Number
• Type of Game
• Prize
• Retail Value

For example...