Play Responsibly

Play Smart. Play Safe.

PCSO promotes responsible play for all Filipinos. Playing the lottery should always be fun, affordable, and within your means. If it's no longer enjoyable, it's time to take a step back.

PCSO Hotline: (02) 8709-7777

Four Pillars of Responsible Play

Follow these guidelines to ensure a positive and healthy lottery experience.

Play Within Your Means

Set a weekly or monthly budget for lottery play and never exceed it. Lottery tickets should come from your entertainment budget — not from money for rent, food, utilities, or savings.

Tip: Decide your budget before you purchase. Never chase losses by spending more.

Recognize the Warning Signs

Spending more than you can afford on tickets
Borrowing money or selling belongings to play
Feeling anxious, restless, or irritable when not playing
Neglecting family, work, or responsibilities
Lying about how much time or money you spend on lottery

Seek Help When Needed

If lottery play is causing stress or financial problems, help is available. You are not alone. Reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Contact the PCSO Hotline at (02) 8709-7777 or the DOH Mental Health Crisis Hotline at 1553 (24/7, toll-free).

For Family & Friends

If someone you care about may have a problem with excessive lottery play:

Express concern without judgment
Avoid enabling the behavior (lending money, covering debts)
Encourage them to talk to a professional counselor
Learn about problem lottery behavior to better understand

Self-Assessment: Am I Playing Responsibly?

Answer honestly — this is a private check for your own awareness.

Check all that apply to you:

Based on the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) screening criteria.

I have spent more money on lotto than I can afford to lose.

I have needed to play with larger or more frequent bets to get the same excitement.

I have tried to cut back or stop playing but was unable to.

I have felt restless or irritable when trying to reduce my lottery play.

I have played lotto to escape personal problems or relieve feelings of stress.

After losing, I have returned soon to try to win back what I lost.

I have lied to family or friends about how much I spend on lotto.

I have borrowed money or sold things to fund my lotto purchases.

Help & Support Resources

Free, confidential support is available in the Philippines.

PCSO Customer Service

The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office provides information and support for all lottery-related inquiries.

(02) 8709-7777 →

DOH Mental Health Crisis Line

The Department of Health operates a 24/7 toll-free crisis line staffed by trained mental health professionals.

1553 (24/7, Toll-Free) →

PAGCOR Responsible Gaming

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation provides responsible gaming programs and self-exclusion tools.

Visit PAGCOR →

LEGAL & COMPLIANCE

PCSO lottery is regulated under Republic Act No. 1169 (PCSO Charter), as amended by R.A. 7681 and B.P. 42. All prizes above ₱10,000 are subject to 20% final tax under the TRAIN Law (R.A. 10963). Players must be 18 years of age or older to participate in any PCSO lottery activity. This website is an independent informational resource and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO). All trademarks and logos belong to their respective owners.

You must be at least 18 years old to play. Ang labis na paglalaro ng lottery ay maaaring makaapekto sa iyong buhay. Maglaro nang responsable.

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