Print
Share page with AddThis

Bingo Permit Application and Procedures

Public Act 17-231 – An Act Concerning Municipalities and Bingo Games, Bazaars and Raffles.As of January 1, 2018, each municipality will be responsible for the permitting and enforcement of all bingo games, bazaars and raffles taking place in their town.

                             * COMPLETE BINGO PERMIT APPLICATION HERE *

 Additional forms:

The applicant must register the organization and receive a personal identification number (PIN) prior to applying for a permit. An Identification Number will be issued upon approval. Once approved, the applicant will receive the confirmation via e-mail with further instructions.

To apply for a PIN number, click here: 

For Bingo permit types and fees click here.

WHERE SHOULD COMPLETED APPLICATIONS BE SENT?

All forms can be completed online or by hand. Completed forms can be emailed to EHPDpermits@eastahrtfordct.gov or mailed to

East Hartford Police Department
c/o Charitable Games Permits
31 School Street
East Hartford, CT 06108-2638

All forms must be signed upon issuance of the certificate. Once your application is processed and approved, you will be notified to come in to sign final paperwork and receive your Permit. Permit issuance will be at Police Headquarters, located at 31 School School Street, East Hartford Police Department

A full payment (check or money order) must be submitted upon issuance of the permit, payable to "The Town of East Hartford." Checks (money orders) should be mailed to

East Hartford Police Department
c/o Bingo Permits
31 School Street
East Hartford, CT 06108-2638

WHO MUST SUBMIT AN APPLICATION?

Eligible Organizations: Charitable, civic, education, fraternal, veterans’ or religious organization, volunteer fire department or grange.

WHO WILL REVIEW THE APPLICATION?

East Hartford Police Department

WHAT ARE THE TIME REQUIREMENTS FOR SUBMISSION?

Please apply at least two weeks prior to the event.

                           * REQUIREMENTS FOR HOSTING A BINGO *

HOW WILL I FIND OUT IF MY APPLICATION HAS BEEN APPROVED?

If approved, the East Hartford Police Department will issue the permit and notify you of the approval via email. If not approved, the East Hartford Police Department will notify you in writing of the denial.