Countries that are Legal and Illegal in gambling

[QueenVera]

Gambling is truly something that could help a country's government if done properly and we'll regulated.
It is also no doubt that, gambling despite it's ability to help ones government, it also has it's detriments which includes addictiveness, emotional and mental destability, are few to mention that most times might lead to criminality just to be able to cover up the loses.
Most countries like Nigeria are all good promoters of gambling with some restrictions, especially that of age, as no one below the age of 18 is legally permitted to gamble.

It is also true that some other countries despite the prohibition of gambling, still indulge in it mostly online.

[madnessteat]

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In addition to online gambling, there are a huge number of illegal casinos that are hidden from the gawkers and you can get there only by invitation. In my opinion eradicating gambling is the same as eradicating arms and drug trafficking. And we all know that not a single state has been able to do this so far. So if a person wants to gamble he can, in any case, find somewhere to do it. It all depends on the desire.

[uneng]

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In addition to online gambling, there are a huge number of illegal casinos that are hidden from the gawkers and you can get there only by invitation. In my opinion eradicating gambling is the same as eradicating arms and drug trafficking. And we all know that not a single state has been able to do this so far. So if a person wants to gamble he can, in any case, find somewhere to do it. It all depends on the desire.

Yes, a gambling ban means nothing on the practice. There is always going to be a gambling alternative on every territories of the world, doesn't matter how restrictive the local laws are. Before the internet it was harder to find such alternatives, because clandestine houses were one of the few alternatives, although a group of friends could manage to bet among themselves without any issues too.

But now there aren't excuses. Anyone can have access to the internet and sign up at an online casino to start playing. Countries which insist in forbidding gambling are simply losing income to other countries which could be being received by themselves, if they allowed gambling by the rules.

[KTChampions]

Personally, I was surprised to see Japan on this list. It seemed to me that this is a rather progressive country and gambling is definitely not the embodiment of evil for people who are able to take responsibility for themselves. Although, as correctly pointed out in the comments, some types of gambling are allowed there, that is, in fact, we are dealing only with local features.
As for some of the other countries on the list, as rude as it sounds, I consider them savage/backward, so I don't really care how the gambling situation is there, as in general I will avoid visiting these countries for other reasons.

[coinerer]

Countries where gambling is illegal

1. United Arab Emirates
2. Brunei
3. Cambodia
4. Poland
5. North Korea
6. Japan
7. Singapore
8. Cyprus
9. Qatar
10. Lebanon
Reference: https://www.lawyer-monthly.com/2018/02/10-countries-where-gambling-is-completely-illegal/

Most Islamic countries do not like gambling.  And they try to curb gambling in various ways. Prices for some other countries are missing from your list.  For example, Bangladesh.  Gambling is still an illegal game in this country and there is no physical gambling yet.  And strict legal action is taken against anyone if someone openly promotes online gambling here.  even Cryptocurrencies buy/sell or trade is still illegal on thet country . you can add the name of this country in your list

[Japinat]

Gambling is truly something that could help a country's government if done properly and we'll regulated.
It is also no doubt that, gambling despite it's ability to help ones government, it also has it's detriments which includes addictiveness, emotional and mental destability, are few to mention that most times might lead to criminality just to be able to cover up the loses.
Most countries like Nigeria are all good promoters of gambling with some restrictions, especially that of age, as no one below the age of 18 is legally permitted to gamble.

It is also true that some other countries despite the prohibition of gambling, still indulge in it mostly online.

That is right, some countries are banning all sorts of gambling because their governments have other resources to explore and rely on, while some cannot afford to see an increase in their crime rates because of addicts caused by gambling, not just that, there are families too that are being destroyed and children's future are also affected all because of gambling alone. These scenarios can't be prevented that is why their government are banning them and even if it's banned, it's still cannot be prevented because there are still some ways that a gambler can gamble under the radar.

[Yatsan]

Countries where gambling is illegal

1. United Arab Emirates
2. Brunei
3. Cambodia
4. Poland
5. North Korea
6. Japan
7. Singapore
8. Cyprus
9. Qatar
10. Lebanon
Reference: https://www.lawyer-monthly.com/2018/02/10-countries-where-gambling-is-completely-illegal/

Most Islamic countries do not like gambling.  And they try to curb gambling in various ways. Prices for some other countries are missing from your list.  For example, Bangladesh.  Gambling is still an illegal game in this country and there is no physical gambling yet.  And strict legal action is taken against anyone if someone openly promotes online gambling here.  even Cryptocurrencies buy/sell or trade is still illegal on thet country . you can add the name of this country in your list

One factor indeed is the culture within a country. Most of the time, or more often, religious countries prohibit such activities because it is written on their bible are carved on their beliefs. Which we cannot either say good or bad because that is what 'belief' made of. In our country wherein it is a Catholic-dominated country, gambling is evident on the streets but is not legal. However lotteries are legal because they are simply paying taxes to the government. With this, in some instances it is not only religion which is the factor for gambling restriction, but the laws which are being used in a country.

[Sithara007]

As far as I understand the gambling situation there, gambling is really illegal in Cambodia but it only applies to Cambodian citizens. Therefore, casinos can operate there but the only allowed customer are foreigners. That's why as you mentioned, they attract millions of Chinese gamblers.

If anyone is more knowledgeable about the status of gambling there, they can clarify what's the real score of gambling there.

I found it weird that established casinos there prohibited the people in that country to gamble and only welcome foreign gamblers. On the other hand, it's good to see that they are turning that into the country's advantage.

I just searched about what you said and turns out that you are 100% accurate. But this is really weird. They have all these mega casinos all over Cambodia, but the locals are not allowed to enter them since 2009 (unless they are working there). And moreover, two years back the Cambodian government banned all forms of online gambling (don't ask me how effective this ban is). The only form of gambling allowed for Cambodian nationals is through the national lottery. This is really laughable.

[madnessteat]

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In fact, I do not think that such restrictions help to reduce gambling addiction among the population, but it certainly violates human rights. That is why I am not in favor of such measures.

I read in an article that in Cambodia, as in many other countries whose governments prohibit gambling, there are many illegal casinos for the local population.

So I think that the Cambodian government is only acting in their own interest, because by restricting gambling for their citizens they create a corruption niche, and people are still gambling. 

[worle1bm]

In most of the Muslim countries they have banned the gambling because they think it's not in the rightful interest to place bets and is prohibited according to their religion which is why they have set certain rules to stop people but other countries on the list might have different specific reasons for the ban and treat it  as illegal activity but you can also find list on the casino you want to place bet on.They have specified which regions are banned and which are allowed.

[virasog]

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In addition to online gambling, there are a huge number of illegal casinos that are hidden from the gawkers and you can get there only by invitation. In my opinion eradicating gambling is the same as eradicating arms and drug trafficking. And we all know that not a single state has been able to do this so far. So if a person wants to gamble he can, in any case, find somewhere to do it. It all depends on the desire.

Yes, a gambling ban means nothing on the practice. There is always going to be a gambling alternative on every territories of the world, doesn't matter how restrictive the local laws are. Before the internet it was harder to find such alternatives, because clandestine houses were one of the few alternatives, although a group of friends could manage to bet among themselves without any issues too.

But now there aren't excuses. Anyone can have access to the internet and sign up at an online casino to start playing. Countries which insist in forbidding gambling are simply losing income to other countries which could be being received by themselves, if they allowed gambling by the rules.

The countries where gambling is banned, do the people stopped gambling? Yes, some of them might have quit gambling who are not so techy while few might not want to go against the govt. issues laws, but most of the gamblers keep on doing gambling online.

Just like crypto cannot be banned even if the government tries to ban crypto. Similarly, banning gambling is close to impossible. No matter you impose restrictions on gamblers they will find a way to gambling online without being tracked.

[bitzizzix]

Actually quite a number of countries have legalized gambling but I will mention the most significant one is Monaco.
Monaco is the second smallest country in the world after the Vatican, and Monaco has few natural resources but has beautiful scenery and beaches so the country relies heavily on the tourism sector for their income.
and Monaco took advantage of this advantage, and Monaco built many casinos to increase their country's deficit. Interestingly, only outsiders or foreign nationals are allowed to deposit their money at the casino.

And also most of the countries that prohibit gambling, the majority are Muslim countries because gambling is considered haram or a sin. However, whatever form of prohibition is applied, gambling still exists and is carried out secretly.

[Sithara007]

In fact, I do not think that such restrictions help to reduce gambling addiction among the population, but it certainly violates human rights. That is why I am not in favor of such measures.

I read in an article that in Cambodia, as in many other countries whose governments prohibit gambling, there are many illegal casinos for the local population.

So I think that the Cambodian government is only acting in their own interest, because by restricting gambling for their citizens they create a corruption niche, and people are still gambling.  

Obviously they are trying to ban something which cannot be banned. It is as stupid as the ban on porn which was imposed by the Indian government recently. Illegal casinos present a way for politicians and policemen to receive bribes. However it puts ordinary people at risk. There is no guarantee that the slot machines will be setup properly. Even if something goes wrong, the gambler can't approach the police. Because if he approaches the police then he will be in trouble for taking part in illegal activity.

[Poker Player]

I don't see Germany on the OP's list.

Neither Italy, nor France, in practically all of the EU, if not in all of it, a license is required.

.All gambling providers need a valid licence for Germany (a licence from another EU country is not sufficient).

The same goes for the rest of the EU countries, the casino that wants to operate in Italy, needs a specific license from Italy.

This is what I think is going to apply in not many years to cryptocurrency casinos, as many people access from those regulated countries to them, without the need of vpn or anything, and the houses turn a blind eye. Only when they have a big win and require KYC the problem that we can see repeatedly in the Scam Accusations of the forum arises.

[iv4n]

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I read in an article that in Cambodia, as in many other countries whose governments prohibit gambling, there are many illegal casinos for the local population.

That's the thing when you make something illegal, that "something" will find its way to people through the black market... one way or another. Focusing on banning something never works, or it works for a short time, instead of that countries should focus on education, how to deal with vices, and how to have better control over their habits. It's clear that banned and hidden stuff is making people more curious and tempted to try it, it brings a lot of excitement. And in most cases, we are on our own, we learn from what we see around us. And in that "up and down" gambling world that hits us at a young age is dangerous for a young mind without any experience.

[rahmad2nd]

Yes, a gambling ban means nothing on the practice. There is always going to be a gambling alternative on every territories of the world, doesn't matter how restrictive the local laws are. Before the internet it was harder to find such alternatives, because clandestine houses were one of the few alternatives, although a group of friends could manage to bet among themselves without any issues too.

But now there aren't excuses. Anyone can have access to the internet and sign up at an online casino to start playing. Countries which insist in forbidding gambling are simply losing income to other countries which could be being received by themselves, if they allowed gambling by the rules.

what you say represents what actually happened. however, it is not that easy for the state to legalize it if it only refers to the income that the state will receive from casino taxes. there are other things, which certainly contradict the guidelines in some countries that prohibit it. especially the Middle East, with its symbols and beliefs as the basis for their legal basis. these things, which often make land casinos and online casinos banned there.

on the other hand, easily access online casinos from smartphones. Such things make prohibition in a country not effective. even, in this case. there are many fiat online casinos that have sprung up without a license and do not have a good reputation as a guarantee to their users. In the end, its users are the victims of a casino that has no guarantees or a credible reputation.

[ethereumhunter]

The countries where gambling is banned, do the people stopped gambling? Yes, some of them might have quit gambling who are not so techy while few might not want to go against the govt. issues laws, but most of the gamblers keep on doing gambling online.

Just like crypto cannot be banned even if the government tries to ban crypto. Similarly, banning gambling is close to impossible. No matter you impose restrictions on gamblers they will find a way to gambling online without being tracked.

As you said, some of them will still play gambling secretly or online gambling because they are used to gambling like that. Even though their government forbids its citizens to gamble, that doesn't stop them. It is indeed very difficult to get them to stop and only provide an understanding that playing gambling can present a very large risk of loss for them that may make them realize and eventually stop gambling. Maybe the government needs to use different methods than before so they can stop gambling.

[SirLancelot]

In fact, I do not think that such restrictions help to reduce gambling addiction among the population, but it certainly violates human rights. That is why I am not in favor of such measures.

I read in an article that in Cambodia, as in many other countries whose governments prohibit gambling, there are many illegal casinos for the local population.

So I think that the Cambodian government is only acting in their own interest, because by restricting gambling for their citizens they create a corruption niche, and people are still gambling.  

Obviously they are trying to ban something which cannot be banned. It is as stupid as the ban on porn which was imposed by the Indian government recently. Illegal casinos present a way for politicians and policemen to receive bribes. However it puts ordinary people at risk. There is no guarantee that the slot machines will be setup properly. Even if something goes wrong, the gambler can't approach the police. Because if he approaches the police then he will be in trouble for taking part in illegal activity.

So it was like the same with btc and cryptos? Because, many countries are also trying to ban it but they can't totally since there are still ways for the people to access and use it again. You are right. Banning porn is more stupid than those two and it's also more surprising because I never heard someone banned that before except only to mobile games since it's more accessible and many young people are affected with it.

Some types of gambling games are also banned before on some countries like e sabong. Those offenders (gamblers) will take risk and will just accept it in case the casino that they are playing scammed them. No need for them to report it.

[Sithara007]

So it was like the same with btc and cryptos? Because, many countries are also trying to ban it but they can't totally since there are still ways for the people to access and use it again. You are right. Banning porn is more stupid than those two and it's also more surprising because I never heard someone banned that before except only to mobile games since it's more accessible and many young people are affected with it.

Some types of gambling games are also banned before on some countries like e sabong. Those offenders (gamblers) will take risk and will just accept it in case the casino that they are playing scammed them. No need for them to report it.

The problem is that some of the governments still live in the 20th century. Here in India, there was even a proposal to ban Bitcoin, and punish anyone who is found to be holding cryptocurrency to a jail term of 10 years! And this measure was proposed by Subhash Chandra Garg, the then Finance Secretary of India. And then another big name in Indian economy, Rakesh Jhunjhunwala (died like a stray dog four months back) supported this measure. Fortunately, the government went back after realizing that these measures can't be imposed on the public. 

[Myleschetty]

Yes, gambling is illegal in the countries listed by the OP but some people still gamble indoors in the country despite it being illegal. It is all about how powerful and wealthy the person is.

The problem is that some of the governments still live in the 20th century. Here in India, there was even a proposal to ban Bitcoin, and punish anyone who is found to be holding cryptocurrency to a jail term of 10 years! And this measure was proposed by Subhash Chandra Garg, the then Finance Secretary of India. And then another big name in Indian economy, Rakesh Jhunjhunwala (died like a stray dog four months back) supported this measure. Fortunately, the government went back after realizing that these measures can't be imposed on the public.

I never heard the story of the big you said they died like a stray dog because of the Bitcoin proposal in India.

The major problem we have in this 21st Century is the naivety and evil political procedures practiced by our political leaders. This is what led to the Russian invasion of Ukraine.