How to Fix PUBG Mobile & BGMI Server is Busy – Error Code: restrict-area

The Server is Busy – Error Code: restrict-area appears when the game detects that your login request originates from a restricted region or from an IP address that does not match your actual location. It can also occur due to server-side issues, unstable internet, or corrupted login data. Since PUBG Mobile and BGMI rely on WebView for Google and Facebook authentication, any corrupted data can cause the game to flag your account as if you are connecting from a blocked region. So follow along as we guide you through some steps to solve the problem.

How to Fix PUBG Mobile & BGMI Server is Busy – Error Code: restrict-area

As always.... There are a ton of different reasons you might be getting this problem. Some of them are basic common-sense things, while others are a bit more complicated, so work your way through the list of options below until you manage to fix the issue. Also! The game may not be available in your country, or your current IP address may map to a restricted zone. If you are playing in and around India, this will be your biggest issue.

Restart Your Internet Router

Restarting forces your ISP to assign a new IP address and refresh routing. If your previous IP was misclassified or temporarily blocked, this often fixes the issue.
If you are on mobile data only, skip this method.

Switch to a Different Network

If your ISP has routing issues, connecting through mobile data or another Wi Fi network can bypass the restriction.
Enable mobile data or connect to a different hotspot and try logging in.

Use a VPN (Only if Necessary)

Depending on where you live, PUBG Mobile and BGMI might not be available, as there are a lot of government restrictions in place. Especially if you are from India. So you might have to use a VPN to get around these blocks. Just keep in mind that VPNs slow connections, and free VPN services are not safe. So choose your VPN wisely.

Clear the Game Cache (PUBGM & BGMI)

• Open Settings
• Go to Apps
• Find PUBG Mobile or BGMI
• Tap Storage, and select Clear Cache.
• Do the same for Clear Data (if the option is available)

Note: If you are using a guest account, you will lose all of your data. You will also have to sign back into your account after doing this.

Clear Android System WebView Cache

WebView powers in-game login screens. Corrupted WebView cache frequently triggers region errors.

• Open Settings
• Go to Apps
• Find Android System WebView
• Tap Storage, and select Clear Cache.
• Do the same for Clear Data (if the option is available)

Clear Google Play Services Cache

There's probably a problem with Google Play Services Cache

• Open Settings
• Go to Apps
• Find Google Play Services
• Tap Storage, and select Clear Cache.
• Do the same for Clear Data. (if the option is available)

Note: If you are using a guest account, you will lose all of your data. You will also have to sign back into your account after doing this.

Disable DNS or Network Modifier Apps

Applications that modify routing, custom DNS services, or firewalls can cause the game to misidentify your region.
Disable such apps and try again.