The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has confirmed that it will decommission the systems of non-compliant B2B gaming providers from August 1, 2026. This is part of its ongoing effort to strengthen oversight of the country’s iGaming supply chain.
The directive establishes clear compliance deadlines for suppliers operating within the regulated online gaming market. Moreover, it reinforces PAGCOR’s push to bring all service providers under a formal accreditation framework.
Accreditation Deadline Set for July 31
The new rules were outlined in a memorandum issued by PAGCOR’s Electronic Gaming Licensing Department (EGLD). These rules were approved by the regulator’s Board of Directors on May 21, 2026.
Under the framework, contracted B2B providers that submit accreditation applications by May 31, 2026, may continue servicing Gaming System Administrators (GSAs) during a transition period. This period runs until July 31, 2026.
However, providers must complete all accreditation requirements before the July 31 deadline. These requirements include payment of the application fee. In addition, they include submission of documentary requirements and probity reports, successful facility inspections, testing of electronic gaming systems and online gaming platforms, and the posting of the required performance cash deposit.
Providers that fail to satisfy these conditions will face the decommissioning of their electronic gaming systems, online gaming platforms, games, and gaming equipment beginning August 1.
Non-Filers Face Immediate Restrictions
PAGCOR also introduced stricter measures for companies that do not submit accreditation applications by the May 31 deadline.
These providers will be prohibited from offering services to any GSA and will not be eligible for system evaluations or approvals. According to the regulator, affected companies may only resume operations after obtaining the required accreditation.
The policy is intended to encourage early compliance. It also ensures that all suppliers operating within the regulated ecosystem meet the same regulatory standards.
Operators Also Face Compliance Obligations
The framework extends accountability beyond suppliers and places responsibility on GSAs as well.
PAGCOR warned that operators that continue working with non-compliant providers could face regulatory sanctions. The measure effectively creates a shared compliance model. In this model, both suppliers and operators must verify that all parties within the supply chain meet accreditation requirements.
The approach is expected to encourage greater due diligence when selecting technology and service partners.
Part of Broader Regulatory Reform
The latest directive represents another stage in PAGCOR’s ongoing modernization of the Philippine iGaming sector.
Over the past year, the regulator has expanded oversight to include gaming affiliates, payment processors, content suppliers, KYC providers, customer support vendors, and other support service companies. These companies previously operated without direct accreditation requirements.
The reforms also introduced the Gaming System Administrator classification, replacing the former Gaming System Service Provider category. This change provides greater clarity around the responsibilities of key B2B participants.
According to Tonet Quiogue, the framework marks a significant shift in the regulation of gaming suppliers in the Philippines. It requires covered entities to comply with formal application procedures, performance standards, and ongoing regulatory obligations.
With the August deadline approaching, suppliers and operators across the Philippine online gaming industry are expected to accelerate compliance efforts to avoid disruptions. This will help them maintain access to the regulated market.
