Casino Payment: Debit Cards

Debit cards are one of the most common and easiest methods of depositing money in a casino site. They are also a useful method to use as they ensure that you are only betting with money you actually have. Most major debit cards are accepted by most casino sites, including Visa, MasterCard, Visa Electron, Maestro and Laser. There will be usually a minimum deposit of £5 or £10. This payment method rarely attracts any transaction charges, and the deposit will usually be instant dependent upon authorisation from your bank.

Registration

Similar to any online transaction, you will need to give your full name and address, card number, start and expiry dates, issue number (if known), and CVV/CVV2 number (the last three digits on the signature strip on the back of your card). The online casino website will usually use secure technology to ensure the privacy and safety of your personal information.

Deposit

Subsequent to giving your card details upon registration you will be asked to make a deposit to begin playing. This deposit will usually have to be in the currency of the country in which the card was issued. There will be a minimum amount, usually £5 or £10, and a maximum amount that may exceed £100,000. You may be asked to enter your account password as an extra level of security. The deposit should be instant, although on occasion there may be a delay of a few minutes. After your initial deposit it is easy to add more money to your account as needed – this is usually accomplished from the ‘my account’ section of the casino website.

Withdrawal

Most casino sites will allow you to make a withdrawal using the same card you used to deposit but this is not always the case so it is worth checking this upon registration. It may depend on the jurisdiction the casino is based in as well as the country where your card was issued. A withdrawal usually involves going to the cashier section of the website and choosing to make a withdrawal. You may be asked to provide some security information. A withdrawal which goes back onto your debit card will usually take 3-5 working days. If you cannot withdraw by debit card you will be offered alternatives, such as bank transfer or bank draft.