Responsible Gambling in Ireland
Responsible gambling means playing with awareness and balance. In Ireland, licensed casinos offer tools to help you stay in control. This page explains how to gamble safely and what to do if you feel you need a break.
Financial Boundaries
- Only gamble with money you can afford to lose.
- Set a monthly gambling budget and stick to it.
- Use deposit limits available at licensed casinos to prevent overspending.
- Avoid chasing losses by increasing stakes after a loss.
Time Management
- Limit your sessions to a reasonable period and take breaks.
- Schedule gambling-free days to balance other activities.
- Don’t gamble when tired or stressed; clear thinking matters.
Available Safety Tools
- Self-exclusion: from a chosen window to a permanent ban, depending on the provider.
- Deposit limits: set daily, weekly or monthly caps.
- Time limits: control how long you play in a session or day.
- Reality checks: reminders to take a break after a set period of play.
- Loss limits: cap potential losses to protect your bankroll.
Getting Help in Ireland
- Extern Problem Gambling — confidential support and information.
- Gamblers Anonymous — peer support and meetings.
- Rutland Centre — professional treatment for gambling issues.
- Gambling Care — resources and help for Irish players.
Stay Informed and Safe
For more on staying safe, check out our Responsible Gaming guide and our Privacy Policy for how we handle your data.
