Gambling harm guide
Gambling self-exclusion in Australia
Self-exclusion adds distance between an urge and a transaction. The right option depends on whether gambling happens online, by phone or at a venue.
What BetStop covers
BetStop is the national self-exclusion register for licensed Australian online and phone wagering providers. Registration is free and can run from three months to a lifetime. Check current BetStop details.
What BetStop does not cover
It does not make every offshore casino inaccessible and it is not the same as excluding from a pub, club or casino venue. Separate venue processes may be needed.
Add financial barriers
- Ask the bank about gambling blocks.
- Remove saved cards and wallet access.
- Move essential money to a protected account.
- Let a trusted person know what has been set up.
Plan for workarounds
An exclusion is stronger when alternative accounts, credit, crypto wallets and marketing messages are also addressed. The aim is to make the next impulsive step slower and more visible.
If you lapse
A lapse does not make the exclusion pointless. Review how access occurred, close that route and contact support rather than attempting to recover the loss.