Consequently, the law allows the following gambling activities, subject to regulations: horse racing, cockfighting, sweepstakes, lotteries, and gaming casinos, including online gaming when the game is accessed outside the Philippines by foreign-based players.

Legal Framework for Online Gambling in the Philippines\n\n In 1976, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) was established to oversee and manage all gambling operations in the country. In 2000, the E-Gaming Act was passed, allowing for the regulation and licensing of online gambling operators.