Gambling regulation in Vietnam
Online gambling is illegal; casinos for foreigners and small pilot programmes for locals are tightly controlled.
Status at a glance
Offering this product to people in the country is illegal.
Allowed only in narrow forms or through a few authorised operators.
Offering this product to people in the country is illegal.
The law reserves this product for a state or state-appointed operator.
Regulator and law
- Ministry of Finance
- Main law: Decrees on casino business and on betting (pilot programmes)
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Reviewed on . Gambling law changes often: this overview is for orientation and is not legal advice. Check with the regulator before acting. Market: Vietnam
Frequently asked questions
Is online gambling legal in Vietnam?
It depends on the product. Online casino is prohibited. Sports betting is allowed only in narrow forms or through a few authorised operators. Online poker is prohibited. Lottery is reserved for a state or state-appointed operator.
Who regulates gambling in Vietnam?
Ministry of Finance. The main law is: Decrees on casino business and on betting (pilot programmes).
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