Republic of the Philippines

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Licensing & Regulatory Group

Regulating a fair, accountable gaming industry.

PAGCOR licenses and supervises every legal gaming vertical in the Philippines - enforcing integrity, protecting players, and keeping the industry accountable.

How We Regulate

Every license carries obligations.

Licensees operate under continuous supervision. These are the standards every operator must uphold to keep their license in good standing.

Fair play & game integrity
Anti-money laundering (AML/CFT)
Player protection & responsible gaming
Strict age verification (21+)
Regular audits & probity checks
Transparent fees & timelines
Apply for a License

Four steps to licensing.

01

Choose your license

Identify the gaming vertical and license type that fits your operation.

02

Prepare requirements

Complete the application forms, corporate documents, and clearances.

03

Submit & pay fees

Lodge your application with the Licensing and Regulatory Group and settle fees.

04

Evaluation & issuance

Undergo probity checks; receive your license and ongoing compliance schedule.

Play only on licensed platforms.

Before you play online, confirm a site is licensed and monitored by PAGCOR using the Guarantee verification service.