Indonesia: Practical Online Gambling Guide

Online gambling is prohibited on a state level. In the times of the recent history of Indonesia, certain forms of wagering money were becoming legal from time to time, but the act signed into law in the 70s put a stop to land-based gambling. And just a few years ago, the government also prohibited online casinos.

It is highly unlikely that Indonesia changes its attitude towards online gaming anytime soon. Some of this has to do with the fact that the Muslim community is a major part of the local population, and part of this is the fact that Indonesians are avid gamblers. After evaluating the aftermath of betting on Euro-2012, the authorities of the country came to the conclusion that the local bettors lose control and easily bet more money than they have, and it is better to ban gambling for good.

No, while online gambling is prohibited in the country, its residents can go online and play at international lobbies. The Asian gambling market continues to grow rapidly and there are plenty of platforms that will allow Indonesian clients in, even offering adaptation to Bahasa, and betting in IDR. Plus, there are many websites in other parts of the world that accept players from the reviewed country.

Our database has a list of more than 600 Indonesia-friendly online operators. These are all certified platforms. When going through the list, you will see that some of the platforms have the CAGAYAN permit, while others comply with the jurisdictions of Curacao or Cyprus, as well as Panama, Costa Rice, and a few more. The brands that we have on our list are all checked, reviewed, and recommended.

Well, a platform having a license is always a good start. It means that the managing company had to apply, pass audits, and pay fees to get authorized. Some of the jurisdictions, like Curacao, have good reputations. Some licensors, like Costa Rica, are more questionable but still have a good track record.

It is always good when an online operator clearly states its owner, has certified content, a support group, and reliable payment methods. Plus, a good website always has positive or at least detailed comments from the registered players. These are usually posted across gambling forums and portals. If the reviews are mostly positive, the website is worthy of attention.

No, they won’t be. While the local governments ban online gambling within the country, the state does not prosecute players who choose to wager money outside Indonesia online. The banks do not block gambling-related transactions, and international providers are not blocked or blacklisted. This surely makes the lives of the local players easier. There might come a time when this lenience ceases to exist. Meanwhile, the state is still trying to figure out how to apply standardized gambling laws to Indonesia’s 17,000+ islands and 30+ provinces.

The selection of websites that process payments in IDR is not that big. In our database of over 600 online operators, only 15+ will have IDR among accepted currencies. Among them, there are websites like Dafabet Casino and Dewabet Casino.

Players from Indonesia have multiple alternatives. One of the most obvious and easy to spot is operators that process USD payments. There are more than 600 websites to choose from. Plus, we can recommend websites that support cryptocurrencies. If you are new to the concept of using digital cash, we have a detailed guide for beginners that will answer your FAQ and will help you get started.

Most of the websites will have limits of maximum deposits and withdrawals. These limits have nothing to do with the country of residence but rather — with the specific places to bet and win. Some platforms are tailored for high rollers, and will therefore support big or unlimited monthly payouts. Others, that focus on games, may have maximum monthly cashouts capped at 10,000 USD. 

Limits can also depend on the selected banking methods.

If you prefer cards like Visa or MasterCard, take a look at the following websites: Boomerang Casino, Rocket Play Casino, and Las Atlantis Casino. If you are looking for websites that work with crypto, there are pletforms like Crypto Thrills, BitStarz, and BitCasino.io.

Definitely, opt-in for the platforms that support e-wallets, or better yet — crypto-wallets. On average, cashouts to e-wallets take between 24 to 48 hours. The process can be delayed at websites that have verification procedures and you are a newbie with the very first cashout pending. In this case, add between 24 to 72 hours.

In some lobbies, crypto-wallets can pay instantly or within a couple of hours after the cashout request was submitted. But a lot will depend on the team’s performance.

It is not so much the payment methods, but rather the types of transactions. In most cases, deposits will be free of charge. Usually, payment providers charge a merchant, or in our case — an online operator — when it comes to deposits.

With cashouts, the most expensive methods are bank transfers and wires. They charge either fixed sums or a percentage on top of the claimed win. E-wallets and crypto-wallets come with lower to no fees (depending on the casino’s policy), but if you decide to then cash the win out from an e-wallet to a card, fees are inevitable.

Yes, you can adjust the search filters on our page dedicated to Indonesian operators and see, which platforms offer deals in IDR. These will mostly be the websites created for the Asian market. International lobbies rarely support promotions in any cash other than major fiat currencies.

Promotional policies differ from one website to another. It is common, however, for an operator to welcome a certain country but to restrict its access to some of the promotions. A website can do so due to license restrictions or safety concerns. If you do not want to end up registering at a lobby that does not support promotions for Indonesia, check with the platform’s T&C or the help desk representatives prior to creating an account.

Currently, only a handful of certified online operators are ready to credit promotions without registration, and these are all websites that use Pay n Play. For the rest of the brands, registration is a way an online operator sets the ground rules for a player to meet the rollover requirements. In case a player fails to meet the deadlines or T&C, a platform can forfeit the bonus funds, among other actions.

If you still want to look for ways to try services of a selected online lobby without risking much, look for platforms that support no deposit bonuses. For players from Indonesia, these are locations like Galaksino, Grande Vegas, and Prima Play.

First of all, you need to keep in mind that no online operator will give away free money. The promotional cash comes with obligations and conditions. Among some of the most common, there will be limits on maximum bets, available game cohorts or even releases, timelines, and wagering requirements. These wagering requirements refer to the number of times you will need to roll the deposited or bonus cash (or both of these sums) on allowed games.

Online casinos know that getting a new client is not easy but keeping one with all that competition around is even harder. So, they usually offer perks to the registered regulars. These can include special promotions, personal assistance, special trips and events, and so much more.

Websites usually have very simple rules for those who would like to be VIP clients. You need to deposit and wager regularly, and in most cases — reach certain banking milestones to gain VIP statuses. Also, many websites oblige their VIP customers to keep up with the deposit limits and to maintain the bankroll on a certain level to remain VIP customers.

Yes, absolutely. Depending on the international lobby, players from Indonesia will be able to enjoy table games, slot machines, and live content providers from 100s of established brands. Among them, there are studios like Endorphona, Wazdan, Yggdrasil Gaming, Asia Gaming, BBIN, and Apollo Games.

If you are talking about slots that bring payouts, first and foremost you need to remember that a slot is a game of chance. There are no strategies or features that will guarantee a winning streak. Instead, focus on making sure that a slot has high RTP and meets your betting needs. By this we mean that a game can be of low or high volatility, paying less frequently but more, or frequently but smaller payouts.

Unfortunately, 99% of live dealer suppliers do not offer demo versions for their games. You can either watch recorded videos of sessions of other players, enter a game and observe a session in real-time without betting, or study the theory and then practice with a small deposit.

Games like baccarat, Andar Bahar, game shows, or Sic Bo barely require any prior practice. These are games of chance. Roulette is also relatively easy for a newbie even though its racetrack can look confusing.

With blackjack or table pokers, basic knowledge of the game’s rules and winning strategies will be very useful.

By the time we were ready to roll out this publication, there were no successful projects from Indonesian developers across international lobbies. This is mostly due to the fact that the entire gambling industry in the country is under a ban so there is not much moving forward. However, the scene can always change dramatically.

We recommend checking the banking section first. Make sure that a website not only has suitable deposit methods but it also offers you convenient payout solutions, as well as manageable minimum deposit limits.

Once you understand that the banking section meets your needs, also check for the website’s license, as well as reviews online.

Any disputes with the online operator, be those non-payments, delays in payouts, changed bonus T&C, or other issues — should first be raised with the casino. Then, based on the platform’s license, you can also open a ticket with its supervisor. Raising awareness on gambling forums also helps.

Every certified online operator provides special resources for those players who feel like they can get carried away and need assistance. To make gaming as safe as possible, it also helps to decide on a bankroll per day/week/month and to never go above it. Gaming is a recreational experience. It is not meant to be a source of income.