Payment Methods for Casino Sites

There are many ways to conduct commerce online and, as you would expect, casino sites and live casino sites are no different. From credit and debit cards to e-wallets and wire transfers the options open to you are considerable. If you want to enjoy playing your favourite game in an online casino there really is very little impediment to making that deposit and starting gambling.

Online gambling operators want to make it as easy as possible for you to play on their casino sites. Given that people use a wide variety of payment methods to engage in online commerce, it is no surprise that online casino sites offer a similarly wide range of options. Some are preferred by the casino and may attract casino bonuses for you to use them. Others may take a variable amount of time for you to lodge money or cash out. It is therefore sensible to check the terms and conditions attached to the type you wish to use so you know what to expect. Each online casino will have a page detailing the payment methods they accept. Some of the main payment methods used are listed below.

Debit Cards

Debit cards are one of the most common and easiest methods of depositing money in your casino account. 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 and live casino sites, including Visa, MasterCard, Visa Electron, Maestro and Laser. In most UK casino sites 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.

Credit Cards

Given their ubiquity it is not surprising that credit cards are one of the most frequent methods used to deposit money in casino websites. However, as this is money that you are effectively borrowing to play with, it is important to keep careful account of the amount you are spending. Most sites will accept major credit cards such as Visa or MasterCard, and some casino sites may also accept American Express or Diners Club cards. You can usually both deposit and withdraw money from your gaming account using credit cards, although this may depend on where the card was issued.

PayPal

Paypal is the trusted market leader in secure online payments. Known and widely used throughout the world it offers a safe and convenient way to conduct your business online. Your financial information is never shared with the merchant and it is accepted by a large majority of businesses online. Although for a while, due to American legal issues, it wasn’t possible to use it for online gambling it is now becoming widely available again and is regaining its popularity as a leading deposit method in online casinos.

Skrill (Moneybookers)

Skrill (in the past also known as Moneybookers) is an e-wallet payment solution which allows you to deposit money in a secure online account which you can then use to make deposits in your online casino account. It is widely used for online casino sites but it is not limited to that, offering an electronic payment solution for a wide range of financial transactions online.

Neteller

Neteller is an e-wallet solution for online financial transactions which is accepted by most online casino websites. It allows you to open an account, deposit money into it using your credit/debit card or by bank transfer, and then use this to pay for things online. It offers a safe and secure way to deposit money in your online casino account as you do not have to give your card or bank account details directly to the casino site.

Ukash

Ukash is an easy way to exchange your cash for a voucher you can use to purchase goods and services online, and is widely accepted in the online casino industry. As you do not need to give any personal information, or hand over your credit card or bank account details, it offers a secure and anonymous way to conduct online financial transactions. There are many thousands of retail locations worldwide that sell Ukash vouchers.

PayByMobile

This is a relatively new way to conduct financial transactions but is fast becoming popular, allowing you to open an online account and transfer money from it by text message from your mobile phone. You can use it to pay for goods or services from merchants who use the system, and also transfer money to another person, all with one easy text message. For the purpose of funding your online casino account it is effectively an e-wallet payment solution, allowing you the convenience and security of paying online from a pre-funded account, without having to divulge any financial information to the online merchant.

In-Store Cash Voucher

Some online casinos have a corresponding land-based business and offer the facility of being able to pay cash, or use a debit card, in their physical outlets for vouchers that can be used online. If you do not wish to use your credit or debit cards online, or transfer money from your bank account, then this provides an easy and secure way to deposit money into your account. You can generally withdraw money from your online account in this way too, converting your balance into a voucher which can be exchanged for cash in-store.

PaySafeCard

Paysafecard is a payment method designed for use in the world of online entertainment and is widely accepted by online casino operators. It allows you to exchange your cash for a paysafecard at a local sales outlet. With over 450,000 sales outlets offering this service worldwide it is very likely that there is one near you! You will receive a 16-digit pin which you can use to pay for goods or services online. This is a quick and safe way to pay for your online casino deposit. You do not need to give any personal information or hand over your credit card or bank account details and so offers a very simple and anonymous way to pay for your online casino deposits.

Western Union

This is a huge and very well-known company which offers secure money transfers throughout the world. However, not all online casinos offer the ability to make deposits using Western Union. But if you do not wish to use your debit or credit cards online, or do not have any, and do not wish to make transactions directly from your bank account then Western Union offers a secure and speedy way to deposit money in your online casino account.

Bank Transfer

If you prefer not to use your credit or debit card online, or if you do not have access to either, then transferring money by bank transfer (also known as a bank wire or wire transfer) is an easy and secure way to deposit money in your online casino account. It is usually possible to do this from your online banking account. Alternatively you can do this in person in your local bank, although doing it this way will mean that it will take a bit longer for the money to be deposited in your casino account.

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