Online casinos are strictly illegal in Brunei Darussalam under the Common Gaming Houses Act, which prohibits all forms of gambling including digital platforms. The Act defines gaming as playing any game of chance or mixed chance and skill for money or money's worth, explicitly covering gaming machines and online operations (1). According to official government documentation, online gambling falls under the jurisdiction of the Royal Brunei Police Force for enforcement purposes (2).
Brunei's legal system merges Sharia law with English common law, both of which condemn gambling activities. Under Islamic principles, gambling is considered haram because it relies on luck rather than earning through honest labor (1). The legislation applies equally to both citizens and foreign visitors, meaning anyone found participating in gambling activities faces identical legal consequences regardless of nationality.
"Any person gaming in any public place is guilty of an offence and liable on conviction to a fine of $10,000 and imprisonment for 6 months."
Penalties under the Common Gaming Houses Act are severe, with fines reaching up to $50,000 and imprisonment terms extending to three years for operating gambling establishments. Those caught playing in common gaming houses face fines of $10,000 and six months imprisonment (1). The government maintains one of the strictest enforcement regimes in Asia, actively monitoring both physical and online gambling operations to ensure compliance with the comprehensive ban.
Source:
https://www.agc.gov.bn/AGC%20Images/LAWS/ACT_PDF/CAP%2028.pdf
https://aiti.gov.bn/media/etid4tli/table-of-national-laws-for-online-content.pdf
Last updated: 13-10-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
