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Gambling Self-Exclusion in New Mexico

New Mexico has tribal casinos, racetrack casinos (racinos), a state lottery, and charitable gaming; there is no state-licensed online casino or online sports betting.

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The short answer

New Mexico residents can self-exclude from gambling through New Mexico Self-Exclusion Program, run by New Mexico Gaming Control Board (NMGCB). Exclusion periods: 1 year, 5 years or lifetime. Voluntary ban from the gaming floors of licensed racetrack casinos and participating tribal casinos in New Mexico; excluded persons cannot collect winnings or recover losses.

The program: New Mexico Self-Exclusion Program

Run by
New Mexico Gaming Control Board (NMGCB)
What it covers
Voluntary ban from the gaming floors of licensed racetrack casinos and participating tribal casinos in New Mexico; excluded persons cannot collect winnings or recover losses.
Durations
1 year · 5 years · lifetime
Help line
(505) 841-9700

How to enroll

  1. 1 In person at the NMGCB office, 4900 Alameda Blvd NE, Albuquerque - call (505) 841-9700 to schedule an appointment; government-issued photo ID and a photograph are required
  2. 2 For a single casino or racetrack only, ask Security or Management at that establishment for a self-exclusion form

Official page: www.gcb.nm.gov/new-mexico-gaming-control-board-compulsive-problem-gambling — enroll there directly, never through a third-party site.

What to watch out for

No online enrollment - sign-up is in person only. Statewide exclusion includes racetracks and tribal gaming facilities. Applies only to gaming floors, not restaurants or hotels. After at least 1 year a person may petition the Board in writing for removal; the Board decides within 90 days.

Self-exclusion alone isn't enough

New Mexico's program only binds operators licensed in the state — offshore sites and crypto casinos ignore it. The setup that holds is layered: self-exclusion plus a gambling blocker on your devices plus a gambling block on your bank card. For the full walkthrough, start with our self-exclusion guide or the complete guide to quitting gambling.

Frequently asked questions

Does New Mexico have a gambling self-exclusion program?
Yes. New Mexico Self-Exclusion Program is run by New Mexico Gaming Control Board (NMGCB). Voluntary ban from the gaming floors of licensed racetrack casinos and participating tribal casinos in New Mexico; excluded persons cannot collect winnings or recover losses.
How long does self-exclusion last in New Mexico?
You can choose 1 year, 5 years or lifetime. Note: No online enrollment - sign-up is in person only. Statewide exclusion includes racetracks and tribal gaming facilities. Applies only to gaming floors, not restaurants or hotels. After at least 1 year a person may petition the Board in writing for removal; the Board decides within 90 days.
How do I sign up for self-exclusion in New Mexico?
In person at the NMGCB office, 4900 Alameda Blvd NE, Albuquerque - call (505) 841-9700 to schedule an appointment; government-issued photo ID and a photograph are required. For a single casino or racetrack only, ask Security or Management at that establishment for a self-exclusion form. Always use the official page — never a third-party site.
Does New Mexico self-exclusion cover offshore and crypto gambling sites?
No. State self-exclusion only binds operators licensed in New Mexico. Offshore and crypto casinos ignore it, which is why you should pair it with a gambling blocker app and a bank gambling block.

Cashout walks you through this, step by step.

Self-exclusion setup for your state, app blocking, and a panic button for the urges in between. Launching soon on iOS — waitlist gets access first.