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Philippines Gaming License (PAGCOR)

Published: August 1, 2026Updated: July 30, 2026
Philippines (PAGCOR)

A PAGCOR Gaming License is issued and regulated by the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), a 100% government-owned and controlled corporation under the Office of the President of the Philippines. PAGCOR holds a unique dual mandate: it operates its own state casinos (Casino Filipino) while simultaneously serving as the primary sole licensing authority for all private land-based and digital gambling sectors across the country.Crucially, the offshore online gaming landscape has completely changed. Following a government mandate, all classic POGO (Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators) licenses were 100% cancelled and banned due to regional criminal activity. Domestic, highly regulated online applications (e-Gaming/PIGL) remain operational, though PAGCOR maintains a strict moratorium on issuing completely new online operator licenses. PAGCOR categorizes its authorized private frameworks into distinct operational sectors: Integrated Resort / Casino License; Electronic Gaming Licensing Department (EGLD) License; B2B Service Provider Accreditation.

Regulatory Body Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR)
Jurisdiction Republic of the Philippines
Legal Framework Presidential Decree No. 1869 1983
Valid In

Philippines (for domestic license) or Globally (for POGO, excluding Philippines).

Not Valid In

Jurisdictions with strict local licensing.

Recognition

High in Asia, moderate globally.

What This License Covers

Domestic online casino and betting operators Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) - *Status subject to change*

Financial Requirements

Specialty/E-Casino Games License Approximately €3 150 for a 2-year validity term
Sports Betting Site License Approximately €3 150 for a 2-year validity term
E-Casino Minimum Guaranteed Fee Approximately €141 700 per month
Sports Betting Minimum Guaranteed Fee Approximately €47 200 per month
Permit to Hold Gaming Equipment Approximately €15 750
Additional Live Studio Setup Fee Approximately €15 750
Renewal Cycle 2-year
Gaming Tax (not included land-based and resorts) 15% (GGR)
Corporate Tax and VAT 0%
Additional Costs 5-15% tax on GGR
  • Local office and employment costs

Special Requirements

  • Local Presence: Must have a physical office and local employees.
  • Corporate Structure: Local entity.
  • Capital Requirements: Significant for POGOs.
  • Technical Requirements: Standard fairness and security.
  • Compliance Obligations: Strict AML/KYC.

Ideal Use Cases

  • Operators targeting the Philippine domestic market.
  • Note: POGO license suitability is currently uncertain due to regulatory changes.