PAGCOR reveals further requirements for B2B online platform and content suppliers, locks in compliance deadlines
Summary
PAGCOR has issued a memo (dated 29 January 2026) setting out new transitional compliance requirements and firm deadlines for B2B suppliers to the Philippines’ online gaming (eGames) sector. The memo targets Gaming System Administrators (GSAs), game content providers, resellers, live-streaming and content-streaming providers and requires them to submit licensing documentation and operational details under the regulator’s new B2B accreditation framework.
Key deadlines include 12 February for GSAs and operators to submit full lists of their B2B suppliers for cross-checking, and 31 March as the cut-off for B2B accreditation, payment of a Php1 million performance cash deposit by game content providers, and reseller compliance. PAGCOR will issue cease-and-desist orders to GSAs using unaccredited providers and warns of possible system de-authorisations, operational stoppages and fines for non-compliance. The memo also requires foreign live-dealer operators to establish either a physical studio or a branch office in the Philippines.
Key Points
- Memo dated 29 January 2026 introduces transitional compliance steps for B2B suppliers to the eGames sector.
- GSAs and operators must submit lists of all B2B suppliers by 12 February for PAGCOR cross-checking.
- 31 March is the deadline for B2B accreditation, reseller compliance and a Php1 million performance cash deposit for game content providers.
- Foreign live-dealer studios must have a physical studio or branch office in the Philippines to be compliant.
- PAGCOR will issue cease-and-desist orders and may declare systems unauthorised if providers are not accredited.
- Non-compliance risks include operational stoppage, fines and other penalties.
- The move is part of PAGCOR’s wider effort to tighten regulation after rapid industry growth and issues such as e-wallet delinking.
Context and relevance
The update builds on PAGCOR’s October framework announcement and is aimed at professionalising the supply chain for online gaming in the Philippines. It comes amid political and regulatory scrutiny of the sector, including the central bank’s prior requirement to delink licensed gaming platforms from e-wallets. PAGCOR’s chairman Alejandro Tengco is preparing a position paper to seek restoration of direct e-wallet links, arguing the regulator has strengthened oversight measures.
For suppliers, platform operators and resellers working in or with Philippines-facing operations, the memo is operationally significant: it mandates documentation, local presence for certain services, and a substantial cash deposit for content providers — all on tight timelines.
Why should I read this
If you supply platforms, games, live-dealer services or act as a reseller in the Philippines — pay attention. Deadlines are imminent, the regulator is ready to cut off unaccredited providers, and there’s a material cash deposit requirement. In short: this memo can disrupt operations or revenue if you ignore it. Read the detail so you don’t get surprised.