Responsible Gaming & 21+ Notice
Sports betting must remain a recreational pursuit. Under Philippine law (Presidential Decree No. 1869), betting is strictly prohibited for persons under 21 years old.
1. Strict Legal Age Requirements (21+)
Under regulations established by the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), persons under the age of 21, government officials, members of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), and active athletes/coaches in the competition are legally prohibited from placing sports bets.
2. Recognizing Problem Gambling
Ask yourself these critical evaluation questions:
- Are you betting money set aside for rent, food, bills, or school tuition?
- Do you find yourself chasing losses with larger bets to win back lost money?
- Has sports betting caused arguments with your family, friends, or employer?
- Do you feel anxious or unable to sleep when unable to place a bet on matchday?
3. National Self-Exclusion & Emergency Help Lines
If you or someone you know requires assistance with gambling addiction, free, confidential support is available 24/7 across the Philippines:
PAGCOR Regulatory Monitoring Helpline: (02) 8521-1551
DOH National Center for Mental Health Crisis Hotline: 1553 (Toll-Free Nationwide) or 0917-899-USAP (8727)
Bridges of Hope Drug & Gambling Rehabilitation: (02) 8519-2730 / 0917-509-8826
You can also apply for the National Self-Exclusion Program by submitting a formal exclusion request directly at pagcor.ph.