Internet gambling isn’t expected to start in New Jersey until around Thanksgiving, but Atlantic City casinos must move fast to line up partners for their online operations.

The state Gaming Enforcement Division has told the casinos they have until June 30 to arrange Internet gambling deals.

The short time frame is intended to give state regulators time to examine the qualifications and backgrounds of the companies that want to partner with the casinos, particularly since several foreign companies are considered likely to join with Atlantic City casinos.

One of them, Bwin.party, is based in Gibraltar, and has inked a deal to partner with the Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa to offer Internet gambling. Joe Lupo, senior vice president of the Borgata, said the casino moved early on to partner with the firm.

“They have a big market share and a tremendous platform,” Lupo said.

More on the internet plans for Atlantic City casinos at NJ.com