Sports betting in Indonesia is expressly prohibited under the Criminal Code (Kitab Undang-Undang Hukum Pidana), particularly Article 303, which criminalizes all forms of gambling activities without a license and prescribes penalties including fines and imprisonment for both operators and participants (1).
The country’s predominantly Muslim population and the guidance of Islamic moral principles inform the stringent enforcement of these laws. Indonesia’s Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs (Kominfo) actively collaborates with law enforcement to block access to offshore betting sites, reflecting a zero-tolerance stance on unlicensed sports wagering (2).
"Gambling is illegal, including Thailand, Indonesia, Viet Nam, and China. This is despite the fact that Cambodia's Ministry of Finance and other enforcement measures can dramatically influence both the legal and illegal markets through targeted regulatory action."
No jurisdiction in Indonesia offers a legal framework for licensed sportsbooks; attempts to operate often result in website takedowns, asset seizures, and criminal investigations. Individuals seeking to place sports bets risk prosecution under national anti-gambling statutes.
Source:
https://peraturan.bpk.go.id/Home/Details/41713/uu-no-7-tahun-1974
https://www.unodc.org/roseap/uploads/documents/Publications/2024/TOC_Convergence_Report_2024.pdf
Last updated: 22-05-2025 Disclaimer: This article does not provide legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney directly.
