Country · South Africa Live data · 6 Nov 2026
New online casinos in South Africa
306 Of the 732 casinos on our list do not block South Africa
Online casino games are illegal in South Africa. The law bans offering or taking part in unlicensed interactive games; online sports betting with a provincially licensed bookmaker is the only legal online gambling.
The casinos below are licensed offshore and accept South African players by their own terms. The National Gambling Board has said players at such sites commit an offence and can lose their winnings.
- 18+ only
- Offshore licences only
- Online casino games illegal; betting licensed
By Chloe O'Sullivan | Updated 4 Nov 2026
- Legal status
- Banned in force 1 Nov 2004
- Not blocking South Africa
- 306 of 732 on our list
- New, not blocking South Africa
- 21 of 152 founded 2024–2026
- Licence stated most
- Curaçao 184 of 306
- Joined in 2026
- 1 all ages
Legal risk · South Africa
Online casino games are illegal in South Africa
The National Gambling Act bans taking part in unlicensed interactive gambling, and the National Gambling Board says winnings can be forfeited. The casinos listed here are offshore. Check the law and your own risk before you play.
1 Nov 2004
Short answer
Can players in South Africa use new online casinos?
Offshore casinos accept South African players, but online casino games are illegal in South Africa for operators and players. Online sports betting with a provincial licence is legal.
- Legal status
- Banned in force 1 Nov 2004
- Not blocking South Africa
- 306 of 732 on our list
- New, not blocking South Africa
- 21 of 152 founded 2024–2026
- Licence stated most
- Curaçao 184 of 306
Ranking
Offshore casinos accepting players from South Africa, ranked
Our ranking for South Africa, every age, shown because these casinos accept the country by their own terms. Online casino games are illegal in South Africa.
| Casino | Age | Licence (stated) | Welcome offer | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Year 3 · 2024 since 21 Jul 2026 | Anjouan License | ZAR 30,000 + 300 FS | |
| 2 | 10 yrs · 2016 since 24 Apr 2024 | – | ZAR 20,000 + 50 FS | |
| 3 | Year 2 · 2025 since 3 Jun 2026 | Anjouan License | ZAR 4,000 | |
| 4 | 7 yrs · 2019 since 17 Dec 2020 | Anjouan License | ZAR 9,000 + 200 FS | |
| 5 | 8 yrs · 2018 since 3 Jun 2024 | Curaçao | 200 Free Spins | |
| 6 | No year stated since 19 Apr 2021 | Curaçao, Kahnawake Gaming Commission | ZAR 18,000 + 100 FS | |
| 7 | 8 yrs · 2018 since 24 Aug 2020 | Curaçao | ZAR 300,000 + 230 FS | |
| 8 | 9 yrs · 2017 since 31 Jul 2024 | Curaçao | ZAR 100,000 + 500 FS | |
| 9 | 9 yrs · 2017 since 7 Jul 2023 | Anjouan License, Dirección General de Juegos y Sorteos Mexico | ZAR 400,000 + 1 FS | |
| 10 | No year stated since 7 Jul 2023 | Curaçao, Dirección General de Juegos y Sorteos Mexico | ZAR 7,000 + 250 FS |
Ranking: our ranking for this page, read 6 Nov 2026. Offers as stated by the casino; licences as each casino states them.
The law
The law in South Africa
No licence for online casino games has ever been issued. The 2008 amendment that would license online casinos was never brought into force, and a 2024 private member's Remote Gambling Bill has not been passed.
- Law
- National Gambling Act, 2004
- Citation
- Act No. 7 of 2004
- Legal status
- Banned
- Enacted
- 6 Aug 2004
- In force
- 1 Nov 2004
- Licensing model
- no licences issued (online casinos banned)
- Minimum age
- 18+
- Advertising
- licensed operators only
- Penalties
- operator · fine · up to R 10,000,000 · Any offence under the Act, incl. s. 11 unlicensed interactive gaming; operator · prison · up to 120 months · Any offence under the Act, incl. s. 11 unlicensed interactive gaming; player · fine · up to R 10,000,000 · Any offence under the Act, incl. s. 11 unlicensed interactive gaming; player · prison · up to 120 months · Any offence under the Act, incl. s. 11 unlicensed interactive gaming
Sources: National Gambling Act 7 of 2004, South African Government (gov.za)
Launch register
New casinos that do not block South Africa
Founded 2024 or later, newest first, by the date each one joined our list. Vermilion stamp: first year. Green: second or third year. 21 in total.
06
/26
June 2026
1 added
- Anjouan License Offer not listed Year 2 · 2025 founded 2025 Review
09
/25
September 2025
2 added
- Costa Rica Gambling License $2,000 + 100 FS Year 3 · 2024 founded 2024
- Curaçao, Anjouan License €1,800 + 175 Free Spins Year 2 · 2025 founded 2025
08
/25
August 2025
1 added
- Costa Rica Gambling License €4,000 + 210 Free Spins Year 2 · 2025 founded 2025
Our list, read 6 Nov 2026. Date = the day the casino joined our list; the month it launched is not in our data yet, only the founding year. Offers as stated by the casino.
Questions
South Africa: questions
Are online casinos legal in South Africa?
No. The law bans unlicensed interactive gambling (National Gambling Act, s. 11). Online sports betting with a provincial licence is legal.
Can players be punished for using online casinos in South Africa?
Yes. The National Gambling Board says taking part is an offence for players, and winnings can be forfeited. Players and operators face the same maximum fine and prison term, shown in the law section on this page.
Will South Africa license online casinos?
The 2008 amendment that would allow it has never been brought into force. A Remote Gambling Bill was introduced in 2024 as a private member's bill.
What should I check before joining a new casino that accepts players from South Africa?
Read the casino's terms on South Africa first, because a casino can change the countries it accepts. Then check the licence it names, its withdrawal limits and the wagering on the welcome offer. Make a small first deposit and request a small withdrawal before you claim a bonus. Our review method lists the checks we run on every new brand.
Where can I get help with gambling in South Africa?
Gambling Therapy offers free, confidential support online in several languages. Self-exclusion in a casino account only works at that casino. Our responsible gaming page explains the deposit and time limits you can set.
Responsible gaming
Play only if you are 18+ and it stays fun
These rules apply on every page of this site. A young casino has less history to judge it by, so the limits matter more.
Adults only, everywhere
You must be 18 or older, and older in some countries. A casino can ask for ID before your first withdrawal, and new casinos often do.
Responsible gamingStart small with an unknown casino
Deposit an amount you would accept losing to a failed withdrawal, and request a small cash-out early to see how the casino handles it.
How we review new casinosSet limits before the welcome offer
Bonus wagering keeps you playing longer. Set a deposit limit and a time limit in the account before you claim.
Set your limitsFree, confidential support
If playing stops being fun, talk to someone. Gambling Therapy offers free support in many languages.
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