Online gambling in South Korea
Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism
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operator relationships
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operator relationships sourced
19+
min age
South Korea limits legal sports wagering to the statutory Sports Toto sports-promotion voting-ticket scheme. From 1 July 2025, the issuing business moved to a wholly owned subsidiary of the Korea Sports Promotion Foundation under the amended National Sports Promotion Act. This evidence does not extend to online casino or poker, which remain prohibited for residents.
Sports Betting
Restricted
Online Casino
Prohibited
Online Poker
Prohibited
Atlas Market Rule Pack
A structured, source-linked view of the rules that shape entry and operation in South Korea.
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Verified rules
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Rule categories
100%
Source coverage
None active
Change alerts
Statutory Sports Toto issuer
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism confirms that, from 1 July 2025, the Sports Toto issuing business is conducted by a company wholly owned by the Korea Sports Promotion Foundation.
MCST National Sports Promotion Act briefingScope of the verified record
The official briefing concerns the statutory Sports Toto issuing business and its public ownership. Atlas therefore limits its verified operator record to that scheme; it is not evidence of a general commercial online-casino or poker licensing route.
MCST National Sports Promotion Act briefingDecision-support summary, not legal advice. Follow each primary source and confirm the current rule with the regulator before acting.
Jurisdiction-specific evidence
Operator status in South Korea
These are jurisdiction-specific records, not endorsements. Restricted, revoked and other non-active statuses remain visible when supported by an official source.
Is online betting legal in South Korea?
Online sports betting in South Korea is restricted. Some forms may be permitted under specific conditions.
Is online casino legal in South Korea?
Online casino games are currently prohibited in South Korea.
Who regulates gambling in South Korea?
Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism oversees the gambling activities permitted in South Korea. Commercial online licensing may be limited, transitional or unavailable for some products.
What is the minimum gambling age in South Korea?
The recorded minimum gambling age in South Korea is 19. Product-specific or venue rules may impose a higher threshold.
Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism
Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism
Verification Note
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