Best Online Casinos in Thailand

History of Casino Games in Thailand

Gambling in Thailand can be traced to the Siamese culture, where betting on bullfights and cockfights was predominant. It has been a mix of events legalizing and banning gambling at different times in the country. The late 19th century saw an increase in the popularity of gambling in the country as foreign traders introduced more games into the gambling market.

The Huay lottery originates from China, was also introduced during this era, and became a popular pastime for Thai players. King Rama III's reign allowed gambling and betting centers to be legalized in the country. However, this led to lots of criminal activities, and on April 1, 1917, King Rama V banned gambling in the country.

In the mid-90s, when Khuang Aphaiwong was in power, the country’s finance ministry was directed to legalize gambling activities in the Pran Buri District. The calls by the public and the media to stop gambling activities in the country resulted in the banning of casinos and gambling again in the country. The Chinese population increased significantly in Thailand, and this allowed the establishment of several gambling houses.

Even though gambling was prohibited, the government feigned ignorance, allowing the Chinese immigrants to gamble. This ardently promoted Thai locals to gamble as well until the 1930 Gambling Act was passed to prohibit gambling and the establishment of casinos in Thailand completely.

While the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society has begun blocking players' access to international online casinos in Thailand since 2020, below are some platforms you can still access with a VPN.