Cambodia’s licensed casino sector paid more than $72 million in mandatory contributions to the state in 2025, marking a 14% increase year-on-year, according to the Cambodian Commercial Gaming Commission (CGMC).
Local media reported that the commercial gaming industry generated KHR290.73 billion (approximately $72 million) in mandatory payments during 2025, compared with significantly lower figures the previous year. The increase reflects both the scale of licensed operations and enhanced regulatory supervision.
Technical advisor Chhoeng Chantha stated that the CGMC is closely monitoring the sector to ensure compliance with financial and operational requirements. He emphasized that stronger oversight mechanisms are contributing to improved reporting accuracy and more consistent payment of fees and taxes by licensed operators.
By the end of 2025, Cambodia had 195 licensed casinos in operation. The majority are located in Preah Sihanouk province, reinforcing its status as the country’s primary casino hub. The remaining venues are distributed across other provinces, though none approach the concentration seen in Preah Sihanouk.
The Cambodian Commercial Gaming Commission was established in 2020 under the Law on the Management of Commercial Gambling. Since then, it has functioned as the central licensing authority, regulatory body, and enforcement agency for Cambodia’s legal gaming sector.
The KHR290.73 billion collected in 2025 signals not only an expanding licensed footprint but also improved regulatory discipline. Authorities attribute the year-on-year growth to tighter monitoring systems, clearer compliance expectations, and more structured administrative enforcement.
With 195 licensed casinos contributing to state revenues, the casino industry remains a significant component of Cambodia’s broader economic framework. The CGMC has indicated that maintaining strict compliance standards will remain central to ensuring both financial transparency and long-term sector stability.
