Country · Indonesia Live data · 11 Nov 2026
New online casinos in Indonesia: the law and the risk
2 Of the 13 casinos on our list do not block Indonesia
All gambling, online casinos included, is illegal in Indonesia. The criminal code (KUHP, Law No. 1 of 2023) punishes gambling, and the government blocks gambling sites and payment accounts.
Offshore casinos still accept players from Indonesia and take rupiah. That does not change the law.
Indonesia's online casino legal status is Prohibited. Indonesia's licensing model is Prohibited, so there is no local licence for a casino to hold and no local regulator for a player to turn to.
This page explains the law, the risk to players and the way offshore casinos work around the ban. It is written for readers who want facts before they decide, and it does not encourage anyone in Indonesia to gamble.
- Offshore licences only
- Law facts from official sources
- Ranking shown for comparison
By Ethan Lim | Updated 5 Nov 2026
- Legal status
- Banned in force 2 Jan 2026
- Not blocking Indonesia
- 2 of 13 on our list
- New, not blocking Indonesia
- 0 of 2 founded 2024–2026
- Licence stated most
- Anjouan License 1 of 2
- Joined in 2026
- 0 all ages
Legal risk · Indonesia
Online casinos are banned in Indonesia
Gambling is a crime in Indonesia. Players can be prosecuted, and the authorities block casino sites and freeze linked bank and e-wallet accounts.
2 Jan 2026
Short answer
Can players in Indonesia use new online casinos?
No. Online casino play is prohibited in Indonesia and players can be prosecuted. If you are in Indonesia, do not play at online casinos.
- Legal status
- Banned in force 2 Jan 2026
- Not blocking Indonesia
- 2 of 13 on our list
- New, not blocking Indonesia
- 0 of 2 founded 2024–2026
- Licence stated most
- Anjouan License 1 of 2
Ranking
Offshore casinos accepting players from Indonesia, ranked
Our ranking of the casinos that do not block Indonesia in their terms, every age. It is shown for comparison and does not make playing legal.
| Casino | Age | Licence (stated) | Welcome offer | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7 yrs · 2019 since 17 Dec 2020 | Anjouan License | IDR 8,000,000 + 200 Free Spins |
Ranking: our ranking for this page, read 11 Nov 2026. Offers as stated by the casino; licences as each casino states them.
The law
The law in Indonesia
Indonesia's criminal code prohibits gambling of every kind. The key facts below come from our country records.
- Law
- Kitab Undang-Undang Hukum Pidana (KUHP), Law No. 1 of 2023
- Citation
- UU No. 1 Tahun 2023
- Legal status
- Banned
- Enacted
- 2 Jan 2023
- In force
- 2 Jan 2026
- Licensing model
- no licences issued (online casinos banned)
- Advertising
- banned
- Penalties
- player · prison · up to 36 months · Taking part in gambling held without a permit (KUHP Art. 427); operator · blocking · Government orders access cut-off for gambling content (ITE Law Art. 40(2c)); promoter · fine · up to Rp 10,000,000,000 · ITE Law Art. 45(3), as amended by Law No. 1 of 2024; player · fine · up to Rp 50,000,000 · KUHP Art. 427, category III fine (Art. 79); promoter · prison · up to 120 months · Distributing or giving access to gambling content (ITE Law Art. 27(2) and 45(3), as amended by Law No. 1 of 2024); operator · fine · up to Rp 2,000,000,000 · KUHP Art. 426, category VI fine (Art. 79); operator · prison · up to 108 months · Offering gambling without a permit (KUHP Art. 426)
Sources: UU No. 1 Tahun 2023 tentang Kitab Undang-Undang Hukum Pidana, JDIH BPK
Studios
Leading studios in Indonesia
The studios whose games players in Indonesia played most in October 2026, by game type. Studios we do not hold yet are left out, so the ranks skip.
- 1 Pragmatic Play 100
- 2 PG Soft 75
- 3 Fa Chai 27
- 1 Pragmatic Play 100
- 1 Pragmatic Play 100
- 2 Relax Gaming 66
Bar and number: share of play against the leading studio on this list (100).
Market research on game play, October 2026. Updated 10 Nov 2026, 1:18 pm UTC.
In depth
Payments
Rupiah deposits through local banks and wallets appear at several offshore casinos. Indonesian authorities monitor and block such transfers, so money can be frozen in transit.
Indonesia's payment risk starts at the deposit. A bank or e-wallet transfer to a casino can be flagged, and Indonesia's authorities can freeze the sending account. Indonesia's players then face a second problem at withdrawal, because a casino can delay or refuse a payout if its terms exclude the player's country.
Indonesia's rupiah is the national currency, and a casino that lists rupiah is only offering a convenient conversion. The listing says nothing about whether the casino may lawfully serve the player. Treat a rupiah option as a marketing feature, not as a sign of legal standing.
What Indonesia's gambling law says
Indonesia's governing law is Kitab Undang-Undang Hukum Pidana (KUHP), Law No. 1 of 2023.
Indonesia's code was enacted in 2023. Indonesia's code came into force in 2026.
Indonesia's online casino legal status is Prohibited. Indonesia's licensing model is Prohibited, so no domestic licence exists that a casino could hold. This is why every casino open to Indonesian players is offshore.
Indonesia's rules on advertising are Gambling advertising banned. A promotion aimed at Indonesian players therefore carries its own legal risk for the promoter, and this page shows offshore casinos for comparison only.
How Indonesia enforces the ban on players
Indonesia's enforcement works on three fronts. The government orders internet providers to cut access to gambling sites. Financial regulators and banks can act on accounts linked to gambling. Prosecutors can bring charges under the criminal code against operators, promoters and players.
Indonesia's blocking does not stop a determined player, because a casino can change its web address. The blocking does, however, make access unreliable. A player may find a site working one day and unreachable the next, with a balance still inside it.
Indonesia's exposure is not equal for everyone. Operators and promoters face the heaviest penalties in the law, and players face lighter ones. A lighter penalty is still a penalty, and it comes on top of the loss of any money held at the casino.
What offshore casinos mean for Indonesian players
An offshore casino is licensed outside the player's country. That licence lets the casino operate at home, but it does not create any right for players in Indonesia. The casino's terms decide who may open an account, and a casino can close an account if it finds the player is in a restricted country.
Indonesia's players also have no local regulator to complain to. A dispute with an offshore casino goes to the casino's own support team or, at best, to a foreign dispute body, and neither can override the criminal code. That gap is why we describe the ranking below as a comparison and not as a recommendation.
The list of new casinos on this page contains only casinos that do not block Indonesia in their terms. A casino that does not block a country has not been approved there. Read each casino's terms for Indonesia before you act on anything shown.
Questions
Online casinos in Indonesia: questions
Are online casinos legal in Indonesia?
No. All gambling is prohibited under the criminal code.
Can players be prosecuted?
Yes. The law punishes players as well as operators.
Why can I still find sites that accept rupiah?
They are offshore and ignore the ban. The risk stays with you.
Does a foreign licence make an Indonesian player safe?
No. A licence from Malta, Curacao or any other regulator governs the operator, not the player's own country. Indonesia's ban applies to the person placing the bet, wherever the casino is licensed. Before you judge any casino, read the terms and conditions guide, because the terms state which countries the casino accepts and which it blocks.
Why does a casino ask for ID when I register from Indonesia?
Casinos check identity to confirm age and to meet anti-money-laundering duties. The check can also reveal your country, and a casino may then close the account and hold the balance under its terms. Our explanation of why new casinos ask for ID shows what documents are requested and when.
Where can I get help if gambling is causing harm?
Stop playing and speak to someone you trust. Gambling debt and frozen accounts make the pressure worse, and support is free and confidential. Our gambling addiction help page lists helplines and services, including the NCPG line for readers in Singapore.
Is the position the same in the neighbouring country of Malaysia?
No, each country sets its own rules and the answer for one does not carry over to another. If you live in Malaysia, read our separate Malaysia page for how its law and risk differ from Indonesia's.
Responsible gaming
Play only if you are 21+ and it stays fun
These rules apply on every page of this site. A young casino has less history to judge it by, so the limits matter more.
Adults only, everywhere
You must be 21 or older, and older in some countries. A casino can ask for ID before your first withdrawal, and new casinos often do.
Responsible gamingStart small with an unknown casino
Deposit an amount you would accept losing to a failed withdrawal, and request a small cash-out early to see how the casino handles it.
How we review new casinosSet limits before the welcome offer
Bonus wagering keeps you playing longer. Set a deposit limit and a time limit in the account before you claim.
Set your limitsFree, confidential support
If playing stops being fun, talk to someone. Gambling Therapy offers free support in many languages.
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