Asset Seizures from iGaming Operators in Indonesia
Indonesia will begin confiscating funds from iGaming operators and players through court rulings. The Chair of the National Committee for the Prevention and Eradication of Money Laundering, Yusril Ihza Mahendra, stated that law enforcement agencies must immediately apply existing regulations to seize funds linked to illegal iGaming activity.
Law Enforcement Measures and Initial Actions
These funds are classified as proceeds of crime, and transferring them into financial accounts is treated as money laundering. PPATK can already track and block suspicious transactions, while courts may issue confiscation orders within seven days and have completed the exchange of required materials.
Legal Framework
- Asset seizures are carried out under Law No. 8/2010
- Court rulings must be issued within seven days
- Funds held by operators and players are treated as criminal assets
Challenges and the Confiscation Mechanism
Yusril emphasized that the measures target digital crime. The government must use existing legal tools to restrict the activity of operators and players. If no objections are filed within 20 days, PPATK forwards the case to investigators. If the owner of the funds does not come forward within 30 days, a request is submitted to the court to designate the seized money as state property.
| Stage | Time Frame |
|---|---|
| PPATK transaction freeze | Up to 20 days |
| Waiting period for the owner | Up to 30 days |
| Court confiscation ruling | Up to 7 days |
Liability of Operators and Players
According to Yusril, operators face up to ten years in prison under Article 303, while players face up to three years. Since gambling is treated as a criminal offense, all related income is automatically classified as illegal. Depositing or concealing such funds is considered money laundering.
Additional Data and Statistics
- PPATK monitors transactions, including cryptocurrency and digital wallets
- From January to October 2025, online gambling turnover reached Rp155 trillion
- More than 600,000 social assistance recipients reportedly used welfare funds for online gambling
Interagency Coordination and Government Action
Yusril highlighted the importance of cooperation among 18 agencies within the TPPU Committee. These measures aim to strengthen oversight and reduce economic losses. The President earlier reported that the country loses around 8 billion USD annually due to illegal gambling.