Responsible gambling
Gambling should only ever be fun
If you feel you have lost control, you are not alone. Free, confidential help is available in Portugal.
Where to find help
Official organisations and tools available in Portugal.
SRIJ self-exclusion
Block yourself from every licensed site in Portugal, for at least 3 months or indefinitely.
autoexclusaoonline.srij.turismodeportugal.pt ↗ICAD
The Institute for Addictive Behaviours and Dependencies runs treatment teams across the country.
icad.pt ↗Player support
The SRIJ page listing support services for players and their families.
srij.turismodeportugal.pt ↗Tools at licensed casinos
Every SRIJ-licensed casino must offer deposit limits, betting limits and self-exclusion in your account. Set limits before you start playing, not after you lose.
Warning signs
Chasing losses, hiding gambling from your family, borrowing money to gamble or feeling anxious when you are not playing are signs it is time to stop and ask for help.
- Decide beforehand how much you can afford to lose and stop when you reach it.
- Never gamble to win back losses.
- Do not gamble when drinking, tired or upset.
- Gambling is not a way to make money.
- Take breaks and keep track of your time.
Quick self-check
Four questions about the last 12 months. Your answers stay in your browser.