Responsible gambling and Malaysian legal notice

Is online gambling legal in Malaysia?

Read this first. Online casino gambling carries legal risk in Malaysia, and that risk may apply to you personally. This is a summary, not legal advice.

• FMT reported that on 18 October 2023 the Court of Appeal ruled online gambling is an offence in Peninsular Malaysia under the Common Gaming Houses Act 1953. Read the report (opens in a new tab)
• The Star reported that MCMC blocked 6,381 online gambling sites from 2020 to the end of 2022 at the request of the police. Read the report (opens in a new tab)
• Reports from 2026 say the government is drafting a new law on illegal online gambling. We could not confirm its current status. Read the report (opens in a new tab)
• Muslims are prohibited from gambling under syariah law in Malaysia.

A licence from another country does not change Malaysian law. We do not recommend using a VPN to get around a block. If you are unsure, take legal advice.

Who is this site for?

This site is for adults aged 21 and over. Gempak99's own pages state 18+, but reports say Malaysia's land-based casino does not admit under-21s, so we use the stricter age. If you are under 21, please leave this site.

How do you know when play has become a problem?

• You spend more time or money than you planned.
• You chase losses.
• You hide your gambling or borrow to continue.
• Your sleep, work or family life suffers.

Read more about early signs and first steps.

Which limits should you set?

The safest choice is not to gamble. If you still choose to, decide on a money and time limit first, use only money you can afford to lose, never borrow, and stop when you reach the limit. Free credit does not remove risk.

Where can you get help today?