This is a factual profile of a casino brand listed on this site. It contains no offers, no rating, and no link to any casino.
Two findings sit at the front, because they change how everything else on the page should be read: the licence this page previously cited belongs to a system that no longer exists, and the page contradicted itself four separate times about its own welcome offer.
The licensing claim is out of date
The Curaçao master licence system no longer exists
Almost every Curaçao casino page on the internet still cites a master licence number. Those numbers no longer describe a valid authorisation, and the reform that ended them is recent, substantial and easy to verify.
Listings state that the operator holds “a master licence issued by the Government of Curaçao (Licence no. 8048/JAZ)”.
That was Antillephone N.V., one of four private companies that sold sub-licences under a system abolished on 1 January 2025. Legacy sub-licences expired that same month with no grandfather provision.
This is not a small correction, and it is not specific to this operator. Almost every Curaçao casino profile published before 2025 carries the same obsolete claim, including several others on this site. Any Curaçao brand needs its current position checked against the Gaming Authority’s public register rather than a number in a footer.
The reform is genuinely good news for a player. The old sub-licence was close to unverifiable and there was no effective regulator supervising the market. The Curaçao Gaming Authority now licenses directly, publishes a register, investigates beneficial ownership, and operates a formal complaints process with independent dispute resolution. For the first time, “is this Curaçao casino actually licensed?” is a question with a checkable answer.
The bonus terms cannot be established
What the listings say the welcome offer is
| Where it appears | The offer as stated | Wagering stated |
|---|---|---|
| Summary table | 5 BTC plus 100 spins | Not stated |
| Body copy, one variant | Four tiers of NZ$400, NZ$500, NZ$1,000 and NZ$4,100 — roughly NZ$6,000 in total | 50× |
| Body copy, another variant | Four tiers of NZ$100 each — NZ$400 in total | 45× on deposit and bonus, 50× on spins |
| Second bonus section | “a welcome bonus package that can span across several initial deposits” | Not stated |
We have set out the contradiction rather than picking one figure, because there is no basis on which to choose. A page that publishes four incompatible descriptions of the same offer is not a source for any of them.
What can be said is the regulatory position. Under the Online Casino Gambling Regulations 2026, a bonus from an operator licensed in New Zealand cannot exceed NZ$100, or 200% of the deposit or bet, whichever is lower. Every figure on that page was above the ceiling. Our casino bonuses page explains the cap and the terms that determine what any offer is actually worth.
One term is worth carrying regardless of the amount: maximum bet limits apply during bonus play. Exceeding a stake cap while wagering is outstanding can void the bonus and any winnings under the terms, and it usually surfaces at withdrawal.
What the payment methods indicate
Which market these banking options were built for
| Method listed | Home market | Usable from New Zealand? |
|---|---|---|
| Interac | Canada | No. Requires a Canadian bank account. |
| iDebit | Canada | No. |
| PurplePay | Canada-focused | No. |
| Prezzy Card | New Zealand | Named in the body text but absent from the operator’s own listed methods. |
| POLi | New Zealand | Named in the body text but absent from the listed methods. Also carries a security warning from a major New Zealand bank. |
| Bitcoin, Litecoin, Tether | Global | Yes, with irreversibility and value movement as the trade-offs. |
| Visa, Mastercard, Neosurf, Payz | International | Potentially, subject to acceptance and currency conversion. |
The pattern here differs from other entries on this site. Where some brands carry Nordic banking rails, this one carries Canadian ones — Interac, iDebit and PurplePay.
That is consistent with what we found on other CPT entries: these listings were assembled from international operator databases, and each brand retains the payment residue of whichever market it was originally documented for. The New Zealand methods named in the prose, POLi and Prezzy Card, do not appear in the operator’s own structured list.
Our casino deposit methods page sets out which payment routes actually apply in New Zealand, including the security position on POLi.
What is established about the operator
A limited set of facts survives verification.
Katsubet launched in 2019, operating from Curaçao with a Japanese visual theme, and offers a large game library drawn from a wide set of studios alongside a live dealer lobby supplied by third-party providers. It accepts cryptocurrency alongside conventional payment methods. Support runs through live chat and email without a telephone line.
Beyond that, the published specifics are either self-contradictory or generic. Game counts appear variously as “3,000+”, “more than 5,000” and “more than 5,000 titles from over 60 software providers”, with provider counts of both 69 and 60. Withdrawal timings are stated four different ways, ranging from “1–3 hours” to “within 24 hours” for the same methods.
Where New Zealand’s rules leave this
Operators serving New Zealand before 1 May 2026 fall within the transitional arrangements and may continue until 1 December 2026. From that date, only operators that have applied for a licence may continue.
Up to 15 licences are available, and the field includes SkyCity and Entain. There is no indication this operator is among the applicants.
Until the Department of Internal Affairs publishes its register from early 2027, no operator can accurately be described as licensed for online casino gambling in New Zealand. Our New Zealand gambling laws guide sets out the timeline.
Note separately that credit card and buy-now-pay-later deposits will be prohibited for licensed New Zealand operators, and that cryptocurrency introduces irreversibility and value movement as additional considerations regardless of the regime.
What to check for yourself
The operating entity and registration number in the footer. The licence — and for a Curaçao brand, whether the number shown is a current direct licence or an expired master licence ending in /JAZ. The withdrawal terms including any daily or weekly cap. And whether pending withdrawals can be cancelled back into a playable balance.
Our casino reviews page sets out the full checklist.
This page is published for information. It is not financial, legal or gambling advice, and nothing on it is a recommendation to gamble or an endorsement of any operator.
You must be 18 or older to gamble online in New Zealand.
No link on this page goes to an operator’s cashier, and none will. Reach any casino by typing the address yourself.
Player accounts described here are individual reports rather than findings. Licensing, ownership, bonus terms, withdrawal limits and country availability all change, sometimes within weeks, and this page covers a period in which the New Zealand market is being restructured. Confirm the current position in the operator’s own terms and on the regulator’s own register before acting on anything here.
Free, confidential help is available in New Zealand from the Gambling Helpline on 0800 654 655, or by free text to 8006, 24 hours a day.
Reference sources
Legislation, regulatory analysis and consumer guidance used in this article. No link below goes to a gambling operator.
- Curaçao as an iGaming jurisdiction: the LOK reform explained — Latest Casino Bonuses jurisdiction guide
- Curaçao iGaming licence 2026: LOK reform, transition and enforcement — Zitadelle AG
- Curaçao online gaming: master licence expiry and direct licensing — Advennt
- Curaçao gaming licence 2026: navigating the LOK regime — Coincub
- Online Casino Gambling Regulations 2026 — New Zealand Legislation
- Online Casino Gambling Act 2026 — New Zealand Legislation
- Information for online casino customers — Department of Internal Affairs
- POLi payments: how it affects and breaches your banking security — Consumer NZ
- Fair Trading Act — Consumer Protection, New Zealand Government
- Gambling Helpline Aotearoa New Zealand — free, confidential support service
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Curaçao licence number 8048/JAZ still valid?
No. That was Antillephone N.V., one of four master licence holders under a system abolished on 1 January 2025 by the National Ordinance on Games of Chance. All legacy sub-licences expired in January 2025 with no grandfather provision. Operators now require a direct licence from the Curaçao Gaming Authority.
How do I check whether a Curaçao casino is licensed?
Through the Curaçao Gaming Authority’s official public register. The regulator has advised the public to verify licences exclusively through that database, after exposing a site displaying a fabricated authorisation seal.
What is Katsubet’s welcome bonus?
It cannot be established from what is published. Four incompatible figures circulate, ranging from NZ$400 to roughly NZ$6,000 to 5 BTC. Under New Zealand’s regulations, a bonus from a licensed operator cannot exceed NZ$100, or 200% of the deposit or bet, whichever is lower.
Can I use these payment methods from New Zealand?
Several are Canadian — Interac, iDebit and PurplePay all require a Canadian bank account. The two New Zealand methods mentioned, POLi and Prezzy Card, do not appear in the operator’s own listed options.
Is Katsubet licensed in New Zealand?
No. No operator is. The DIA register opens from early 2027, and licensed platforms will then display a unique registration icon.
Does this site recommend Katsubet?
No. This page describes an operator; it does not recommend one. We publish no rankings, scores, offers or sign-up links, and this page does not link to any casino.
Where can I get help if gambling is causing problems?
The Gambling Helpline is free and available 24 hours a day on 0800 654 655, or by free text to 8006. PGF Services offers free counselling on 0800 664 262. Support is also available to whānau and friends.
Katsubet: Operator Profile Details
