Will Filipinos Only Be Allowed to Play on PAGCOR-Licensed Casinos?

[Johnny6767]

Hi everyone, I’m a Filipino and I’ve been hearing about the new regulations on online gambling here in the Philippines.

I’m a bit worried — does this mean we’ll only be able to play on PAGCOR-licensed casinos in the Philippines (like the ones listed here: REMOVED)? Or will other international sites still be accessible?

Would appreciate it if anyone could share what they know. Thanks!

[cocopop3011]

22 hours ago, Johnny6767 said:

Hi everyone, I’m a Filipino and I’ve been hearing about the new regulations on online gambling here in the Philippines.

I’m a bit worried — does this mean we’ll only be able to play on PAGCOR-licensed casinos in the Philippines (like the ones listed here: REMOVED)? Or will other international sites still be accessible?

Would appreciate it if anyone could share what they know. Thanks!

Hi and welcome to the forum. I have not been made aware what the new regulations are, could you share them for us?

[Johnny6767]

Hi, thanks for the reply!

From what I’ve seen, it looks like PAGCOR may be trying to tighten regulations so that players are encouraged (or maybe required in the future) to use only PAGCOR-licensed casinos. That’s the general idea I came across, but I’m not sure of the full details.

I thought maybe someone here might know more about it, which is why I wanted to ask. Appreciate any insights!

[cocopop3011]

On 8/25/2025 at 2:56 AM, Johnny6767 said:

Hi, thanks for the reply!

From what I’ve seen, it looks like PAGCOR may be trying to tighten regulations so that players are encouraged (or maybe required in the future) to use only PAGCOR-licensed casinos. That’s the general idea I came across, but I’m not sure of the full details.

I thought maybe someone here might know more about it, which is why I wanted to ask. Appreciate any insights!

I'm not sure we have many members from there that could offer any further insights, but if I get any information I will share it with you.