Australian gambling information
Credit cards and online gambling in Australia
A general overview of Australia’s credit-card restrictions for online gambling and practical payment-safety steps.
Know the restrictions
Australia has restrictions on using credit cards for online gambling. Check official ACMA guidance and your financial institution’s current policy for the most accurate details.
Payment safety checklist
- Do not share banking credentials or verification codes.
- Review bank statements regularly.
- Ask your bank about gambling transaction blocks if you need support managing spending.
- Be cautious of unsolicited offers, “guaranteed” wins and payment-recovery scams.
Read ACMA’s credit-card-ban guidance →
Support is available. If gambling is causing harm, call Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 or visit gamblershelp.com.au.