By Anna Leah Gonzales
MANILA – The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (Pagcor) warned the public against fraudulent gaming certifications allegedly tied to Lucky 7 Bingo Corporation.
In a statement on Monday, Pagcor said Lucky 7 Bingo Corporation is currently operating a legitimate E-Games venue license.
Pagcor, however, said it received reports that the company has been engaging in contract agreements with individuals under the guise of offering “guidance and support to potentially earn PHP50,000 through the Lucky 7 Bet Lottery Platform.”
As part of the bogus agreement, Pagcor said bettors are required to make an upfront initial cash deposit of PHP3,000.
Pagcor said the license referenced in these agreements is a fake offshore gaming license since all offshore gaming operations have been officially banned in the Philippines since Dec. 31, 2024.
“While Lucky 7 Bingo Corporation is a legitimate licensee for E-Games venue operations as of April 30, 2025, it does not hold any valid offshore gaming license,” Pagcor Offshore Gaming and Licensing Department Head Jessa Fernandez said.
“The license presented in said agreements is fake, and any engagement based on it is fraudulent. We strongly advise the public to exercise due diligence when engaging with entities claiming to be PAGCOR-accredited,” she added.
Fernandez said official inquiries about Pagcor licenses should be made only through Pagcor’s website or through trunkline numbers +632 8521-1542 / +632 8522-0299.
“We urge the public to remain vigilant and always verify the legitimacy of a PAGCOR-licensed gaming entity before entering into any agreements or making any form of payment,” Fernandez said. (PNA)
