Online gambling is not allowed, but players can bet on scratch cards, lotteries and certain types of sports. Gambling in China, and at international Asia online casinos, is strictly prohibited. The Monte Carlo of the Orient, there aren’t regulations around online gambling in Macau, making it acceptable for citizens to gamble at offshore casinos.
Philippine players are permitted to gamble at offshore casinos. Operators cannot offer their services to residents in the Philippines, though, but may do so to players in other Asian countries. Gambling is regulated by the Cagayan Economic Zone Authority, which licenses and regulates online gambling. Players who don’t follow the laws face jail time and a hefty fine. The 2014 Remote Gambling Bill renders all forms of online gambling in Singapore illegal unless operators have a special license from local authorities.
