Australia
AULast updated Sep 13, 2026
Australia permits online and telephone wagering only through providers on the ACMA register; online casinos and in-play sports betting remain prohibited. Credit cards and digital currency cannot be used for wagering. This guide explains the register, BetStop, the August 2026 reforms, payments, complaints and how to avoid cloned brands.
Population
27M
Market Status
Regulated Market
Currency
Australian Dollar (AUD)
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Online betting in Australia
The Interactive Gambling Act allows licensed wagering services but bans online casinos, in-play sports betting and unlicensed sports betting offered to people in Australia. The ACMA publishes the register of licensed interactive wagering providers, including the licence holder, URL and licensing authority.
Match the exact domain: illegal services sometimes imitate a licensed brand. A foreign licence or Australian-dollar balance is not enough. Parliament passed further reforms in August 2026 covering advertising, inducements and enforcement; most commence on 1 January 2027.
Payments and account checks
Credit cards and digital currency have been banned for wagering since June 2024. Use an account in your own name, expect identity checks and read the state or territory licence conditions.
- Check the ACMA register before depositing.
- Read bonus, market-settlement and withdrawal rules.
- Protect passwords and one-time codes.
- Never pay an extra tax or release fee to withdraw.
Complaints and BetStop
Report an unregistered service or prohibited product to the ACMA. Complaints about a licensed provider’s account handling generally go to its licensing authority after the operator’s process. Keep bet IDs, statements and terms.
BetStop excludes a person from all licensed online and phone wagering services in one step. The National Gambling Helpline is available at 1800 858 858, with online support through Gambling Help Online. Chasing losses, borrowing and hiding play are reasons to stop.
This page reflects official information checked in September 2026. Verify the current ACMA register and commencement dates before registering.