Gambling, tourism and legal gambling age for gamblers around the world.

[Doan9269]

Anything below 18 years old age i personally regards as underaged while in gambling i also count 21 years old and below as underaged, this are age limits where by a child shouldn't be exposed to certain things like gambling than facing their studies and make useful opportunity out from their youthful age in learning good things, a child can play games at home, in school but not to start gambling at early stage of his life.

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[noormcs5]

Anything below 18 years old age i personally regards as underaged while in gambling i also count 21 years old and below as underaged, this are age limits where by a child shouldn't be exposed to certain things like gambling than facing their studies and make useful opportunity out from their youthful age in learning good things, a child can play games at home, in school but not to start gambling at early stage of his life.

Yes since gambling involves the usage of real money anyone under 18 years of age should not be allowed to play gambling. Any minor person do not know the importance of money and it is likely chances that they could mis use the money of their parents.
Unfortunately, KYC is not fully implemented in all casino's and therefore many online gambling platforms the minors are able to play gamble without the gambling houses knowing who is playing behind the computer.

[Ondekinecakabilirim]

Gambling is an important tourism income for countries. It is a sector that has developed in Montenegro in the world in recent years. Also, the biggest reason for Monte Carlo's development is gambling. Montenegro may turn into a place like Monte Carlo in a few years. We see through these two examples that when this sector is used correctly, it contributes to the country's economy. Governments can benefit themselves if they approach this issue wisely. If I had the authority, I would enforce the least ban on gambling. If we impose fewer bans, we serve more people. And more people means more money. So maybe I would impose a daily money limit quota instead of a gambling age ban.

[Jemzx00]

An interesting question is, If the younger person wins the lottery from the gifted ticket, will the state agree too pay them or wait till they come of legal age??

Well, that's a tricky question.

But we have to dig down the rules that they have so, if there's an age limit and it's on the clause that they won't be allowed. I guess they'll have to consider to find first a guardian.

Although they have the means of voiding that winning lottery ticket but I don't think that they'll do such decision. They'll just have to shred possibilities for the claimant.

The point is that the younger person was not allowed to gamble in the first place. So if he was gambling at a minor age, this means he is violating the government/gambling law and should be punished.

In this case, the gambler should not be given the amount at any age but he should be fined for gambling at a young age which is harmful to himself, his guardians, and for the state too.

Nope, the one who purchase the ticket and has gifted it to the minor will not be sanctioned to any violation or crime as he is above the minimum age limit which is either 18 or 21 and above depending on the country. What is tricky is that if the minor who has been given the ticket that has won will be able to cash it out. This may vary on the casino as well as the regulation on the country about gifted ticket. Some may invalidate the ticket, some may allow it assuming the minor will have a proof that it was gifted. But to avoid any issue, the minor could just ask someone who is above the age limit to cash it out for him.

[uneng]

In my country the only official and allowed gambling category is the lottery which pays huge prizes, although it's almost impossible to win. Besides some lottery draws, scratch tickets are also allowed.

Theoreticallyyou have to be at least 18 years old in order to play, but I know underage teenagers who go to the lottery and buy their tickets without any restrictions. Maybe that is due to the informality of our daily life.

Good news is that there isn't a particular legislation for online gambling, so it is still possible to play virtual casinos without any issues with authorities.

[Hispo]

In my country people can get to drink alcohol, hire sexual workers, buy tobacco and drive when we are 18 years old.
About the gambling tourism, here it is mostly inner tourism, I mean people who travel within the country to partake in gambling in cities where casinos are more common and better conditioned for the middle class and the wealthy, people with low income has the chance to bet and gamble in small establishments by buying tickets.
I am afraid in the international  gambling scenario we don't have anything special to attract foreign tourist to gamble here, so mostly the national casino industry survives thanks to the locals who have some extra money during their vacations to the coast line.

[serjent05]

Anything below 18 years old age i personally regards as underaged while in gambling i also count 21 years old and below as underaged, this are age limits where by a child shouldn't be exposed to certain things like gambling than facing their studies and make useful opportunity out from their youthful age in learning good things, a child can play games at home, in school but not to start gambling at early stage of his life.

I think a person should be exposed to gambling in an early age but must be guided by their parents to discuss things about do's and don'ts of gambling.  Exposure doesn't necessarily mean engaging.  There is a huge difference between those two words.  Exposure in terms of education can highly build resistance to gambling addiction if done properly.  Many young adults got addicted to gambling because they had been forbidden to get exposed to such activity leaving them vulnerable when the time comes that they are allowed to venture into the gambling industry.

Gambling is an important tourism income for countries. It is a sector that has developed in Montenegro in the world in recent years. Also, the biggest reason for Monte Carlo's development is gambling. Montenegro may turn into a place like Monte Carlo in a few years. We see through these two examples that when this sector is used correctly, it contributes to the country's economy. Governments can benefit themselves if they approach this issue wisely. If I had the authority, I would enforce the least ban on gambling. If we impose fewer bans, we serve more people. And more people means more money. So maybe I would impose a daily money limit quota instead of a gambling age ban.

True, that is why my country is developing a vicinity near the sea to be a gambling destination.  I don't know if the area is fully developed now since I haven't visited it for 2 years due to the pandemic and lockdowns.

[dunfida]

Anything below 18 years old age i personally regards as underaged while in gambling i also count 21 years old and below as underaged, this are age limits where by a child shouldn't be exposed to certain things like gambling than facing their studies and make useful opportunity out from their youthful age in learning good things, a child can play games at home, in school but not to start gambling at early stage of his life.

But we know that even on younger age and on the technology that we do have today then it is really hard to avoid them into various things not only on gambling but also in other things as well.You cant really able to

stop for them not to see those things and get involved with and even if you do really monitor them out then they would just simply be accessing into their mobile phones.This is why it would really be that

mindful on having that good parenting and guidance towards things and make them aware on what it is and whats the risk imposed on it.

[harizen]

Anything below 18 years old age i personally regards as underaged while in gambling i also count 21 years old and below as underaged, this are age limits where by a child shouldn't be exposed to certain things like gambling than facing their studies and make useful opportunity out from their youthful age in learning good things, a child can play games at home, in school but not to start gambling at early stage of his life.

As I always said there's no 100% effective way for these minors not to encounter gambling in their daily life. Even within their classroom or while playing with their friends, gambling has a chance to be involved in their topic.

For me, don't prevent encountering gambling but rather be open to them and discuss what gambling is. Trust those minors that they will be responsible if ever they will try to test the waters there because of their curiosity.

Anyway back to the topic, even though I'm a gambler it's not necessary for me to try gambling stuff in a certain country since I'd rather enjoy the beauty of that country because of the short timeframe of staying there.

[Slow death]

in my country it is not a place where people travel just to go play, we have few casinos, despite gambling being allowed casinos are only frequented by rich people, on the other hand online gambling sites in my country have had a lot of customers, even some slot games that are in various corners of the city have had a lot of support, but it's a support coming from people from the middle and lower classes, but if we talk about tourists, I can say that many people have come to my country just to know the beaches, I think the owners of casinos in my country should moderate their prices to attract people of all classes and create more publicity to attract tourists

[goinmerry]

I think even though we shared here the information about gambling with those who will travel, that will not be a big help.

Personally, for me, I don't want to risk gambling in another country as a "tourist" there.

Basic knowledge is not enough for me to push doing gambling in other countries. It won't notice if there's something wrong I did.

[TopTort777]

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To me it sounds like a very entertaining trip. I would love to be on such a liner at least for a few hours, but unfortunately such entertainment is not available to me not only because of the high cost of such entertainment, but the ban on gambling in my country. So I have to be content with online games and very rarely play poker with friends. But at least I am glad that I have the opportunity to play gambling.

You cant get on a cruise ship for few hours, you can get ticket for 4-365 day cruise. This is more like a vacation, where gambling is just an addition. Like when you stay for a week in a hotel in Turkey and there there are not a casino, but a place with slots and arcade machines.

Regards "gambling banned in your country" - there are days during cruise, when the ship is whole day in the sea/ocean. If you get a wifi (which cost a lot, like 20-50 bucks daily, and you have to buy "internet package for whole cruise) you are able to open any online casino site, as you are sort of a in a free territory

[AicecreaME]

The only two localities I as a gambler would like to visit in a tourism trip are Las Vegas as the biggest one which I dream to go there and Maccau which I don't care that much even if I don't visit it one time in my life but Las Vegas is in my long term agenda to visit and why not to hit a multi million dollar jackpot there  .

All other places mentioned here are not that impressive to me and do not offer the same treatment as Las Vegas offers.

I guess I was just lucky to visit those sites years ago, specially Vegas, it was really an eye opener for me. And I guess it is still a tourist destination for us. Macau is different though, if you are going to that place, then you are going to gamble, Lol.

Regarding the questions of age, if the law says that they are in legal age and if they won the lottery then, obviously the government will have to honor that and pay the player.

Las Vegas is really one of the most famous places that a gambler must visit, they say. It hosts many casinos that you can play with depending on your preference.  Las Vegas is famous for various resorts and casinos which offer premium services and games they can play in actual. I've seen many pictures and articles about Las Vegas gambling and casinos. If I'm not mistaken, most of the tax generated by Las Vegas comes from the casinos that operate.

Someday, I would love to visit it too if I'll have the chance and try some of the famous casino's house games. Because aside from the fact that gambling is fun, we can't deny that Las Vegas has a beautiful scenery as well especially during the night where neon lights signs are on. Personally, I find it pleasing to the eyes and it gives off a good and playful vibes. Indeed, gambling can be a source of flocks of tourists. Although it's important to have in mind as well to know the basics and rules before playing because you are just a tourist and you should be responsible to your actions. Ignorance doesn't excuse no one after all. It's always better to always be on your guard.

[Davidvictorson]

Younger teens have access to phones and internet and many of them fill-out ages above 18 so the can get eligibility to gamble, Some with matured looks also take advantage of their body difference to visit casinos even when they fall below 17 years. Technology has made age a factor that only affects physical deals like offline casinos but online casinos has little or no restrictions

On paper we know that the legal age for gambling in most countries is from 18 - 21 years. But this is only on paper. Right now with the advent of online casinos, VPNs and a host of other new technologies that aids an individual in masking their true identity we really can't say for sure who is behind the computer or phone when the person visits an online casino. Even in land based casino's not all of there are strict with the age thing. For the OP's question, I don't think there is a hard or fast rule to this... the person's parent or guardian will stand in on their behalf.

[ethereumhunter]

Younger teens have access to phones and internet and many of them fill-out ages above 18 so the can get eligibility to gamble, Some with matured looks also take advantage of their body difference to visit casinos even when they fall below 17 years. Technology has made age a factor that only affects physical deals like offline casinos but online casinos has little or no restrictions

On paper we know that the legal age for gambling in most countries is from 18 - 21 years. But this is only on paper. Right now with the advent of online casinos, VPNs and a host of other new technologies that aids an individual in masking their true identity we really can't say for sure who is behind the computer or phone when the person visits an online casino. Even in land based casino's not all of there are strict with the age thing. For the OP's question, I don't think there is a hard or fast rule to this... the person's parent or guardian will stand in on their behalf.

Of course, with all the conveniences nowadays, it gives way for people to bet in online casinos. And even if they are in a country where offline gambling is prohibited, they can easily gamble using online casinos. Maybe the rules will still exist but only for people under 18-21 years old, so they shouldn't play gambling.

But if our country allows gambling games, I think we can review the casinos in our area to attract gamblers from outside our country to visit our place and play in that casino.

[xSkylarx]

An interesting question is, If the younger person wins the lottery from the gifted ticket, will the state agree too pay them or wait till they come of legal age??

I don't think the casino will pay a minor if he manages to win the jackpot or even allow him to claim it when he reaches the right age. First of all, it is already stated on their law that gambling is illegal on their age. It would ruin the casinos reputation if they pay him and put them at risk if the authorities found out that they tolerate gambling at such a young age. Even if the parents of that child pushes to have his prize like telling them they give him the consent to gamble, the casino can just easily counter it with the gambling law on that country.

[Pierre 2]

For example physical casinos are banned in Türkiye although you can play sports betting through government regulated websites. Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (which is unrecognized) permits gambling completely. So you can fly there through Türkiye and go to physical casinos and play all kinds of games. These are examples of my country. I think age limit in Türkiye for sports betting is probably high but they tend to not care a lot.

[Cling18]

An interesting question is, If the younger person wins the lottery from the gifted ticket, will the state agree too pay them or wait till they come of legal age??

I don't think the casino will pay a minor if he manages to win the jackpot or even allow him to claim it when he reaches the right age. First of all, it is already stated on their law that gambling is illegal on their age. It would ruin the casinos reputation if they pay him and put them at risk if the authorities found out that they tolerate gambling at such a young age. Even if the parents of that child push to have his prize by telling them they give him consent to gamble, the casino can just easily counter it with the gambling law in that country.

That's the given law in gambling. Minors are always prohibited to gamble so they will have a hard time or even can't claim their winnings in case they get the jackpot prize.  Casinos will still protect their reputation over the demand of their minor players. They should have known the law in the first place before betting. Parents who push their kids to gamble in our country usually face charges and might consider abuse. There's no way minors can claim their prize especially if the lottery company would ask for legal documents.

[molsewid]

That's the given law in gambling. Minors are always prohibited to gamble so they will have a hard time or even can't claim their winnings in case they get the jackpot prize.  Casinos will still protect their reputation over the demand of their minor players. They should have known the law in the first place before betting. Parents who push their kids to gamble in our country usually face charges and might consider abuse. There's no way minors can claim their prize especially if the lottery company would ask for legal documents.

Yes so most of the time, if a minor won a lottery their parents will go to the branch to win the prize and the sad thing about that is their child who was the main winner will get less to nothing because in some countries like us parents will say that we are obliged to repay their hard work , but I hope some parents will still give higher portion to every minor who will the lottery, but it should be kept because minor will tend to gamble and gamble since they experience winning.

[kamvreto]

That's the given law in gambling. Minors are always prohibited to gamble so they will have a hard time or even can't claim their winnings in case they get the jackpot prize.  Casinos will still protect their reputation over the demand of their minor players. They should have known the law in the first place before betting. Parents who push their kids to gamble in our country usually face charges and might consider abuse. There's no way minors can claim their prize especially if the lottery company would ask for legal documents.

Yes so most of the time, if a minor won a lottery their parents will go to the branch to win the prize and the sad thing about that is their child who was the main winner will get less to nothing because in some countries like us parents will say that we are obliged to repay their hard work , but I hope some parents will still give higher portion to every minor who will the lottery, but it should be kept because minor will tend to gamble and gamble since they experience winning.

Not all parents will do that, maybe only some. Minors who win the lottery will still get their rights and parents become substitutes as recipients of lottery prizes and can be used for the needs of the child. But what about parental supervision when minors start gambling? Of course, parental supervision is very important. Profit if they win, but if they lose then more of their pocket money will be at stake just for gambling. Gambling is currently very easy to access, because gambling can be in anyone's hands. Parents should supervise their children.