After searching to find the casino or sportsbook that's right for you, the next step to becoming an online
gambler is funding your account. In this section, we'll discuss the various types of banking methods, their basic procedures, and the
steps you need to take to safely and efficiently establish your online bankroll.
Deposits
While individual casinos, sportsbooks and other types of betting sites each have their own specific banking methods they all
utilize many of the same resources. These include:
Credit/Debit Cards
Firepay
NETeller
Wire Transfer
Checks and Money Orders
PrePaidATM
900pay
Below is a brief description of each of these deposit methods, how they work, and how to use them to fund your online gambling
accounts.
Credit/Debit Cards
One of the fastest and easiest ways to fund an online gambling account is through credit/debit cards. All transactions are
processed immediately and if approved by the card's issuing company, * funds will be deposited into the player's account immediately.
To make a deposit via a credit or debit card, players need simply to log on to their chosen gambling site, select the CASHIER
option, choose "Deposit by Credit Card" and fill out the requested personal information.
*Due to recent changes in banking procedures, many credit card companies no longer allow deposits to be made into online
gambling accounts.
Firepay
Firepay is a payment method whereby players
deposit funds into their account in order to transfer funds between themselves
and various online merchants (including casinos and other forms of gambling
sites). Firepay offers e-mail confirmation of purchases and online account
activity statements. Firepay accounts may be funded either directly from a U.S.
bank account or via ACH or "E-Checks."
To open an account with Firepay visit their web
site at www.firepay.com. Make sure that the e-mail address you register with is
the same one that you registered with at the casino. The registration process
takes 2-3 business days. After registering, follow the steps below to use your
Firepay account in the casino:
Log into your casino account
Go the cashier and choose the deposit
option
Click on the register new credit card
icon.
Fill in the required fields exactly as you did
when you opened your Firepay account.
In the space provided for credit card number,
enter your Firepay 16-digit number.
In the "expiry" date field, enter the expiry
date for your Firepay account.
NETeller (Best Choice for no Denied
Payments)
NETeller is a convenient, fast and secure way
to transfer money while online. There is no fee to transfer funds to and from
casino accounts using NETeller, and player accounts will typically be credited
instantly. NETeller offers a wide range of deposit options including: deposits
by credit/debit card, electronic fund transfer (EFT), bank deposit as well as
NETeller InstaCASH and FCash.
When you have registered with NETeller, simply
start the casino and click on "CASHIER". Select "Deposit by NETeller". Enter the
amount you would like to deposit, your NETeller account ID, and your NETeller
secure ID and press "PROCESS DEPOSIT".
Besides the convenience, another reason to use
NETeller when funding your account is because some casinos offer additional
deposit bonuses to NETeller users. Some sites offer new players (first deposit
only) a bonus of up to $100 when depositing through NETeller.
To open a NETeller account or for additional
information regarding NETeller's operating procedures, visit their web site at
www.neteller.com.
Wire Transfer
A Wire Transfer is an electronic bank transfer
from your bank account to an online casino's payment provider. It is one of the
safest and fastest methods for funding/withdrawing from an online gambling
account.
Since wiring instructions vary with each
casino, to get started with this deposit method click on the "CASHIER" at the
chosen gambling site, select "Wire Transfer" from the deposit options and follow
the instructions posted there.
In addition to being safe and fast, many online
casinos offer players additional deposit bonus cash for using wire transfers.
For example, Some sites offer a additional 10% bonus when using bank
wires.
Checks and Money Orders
Another option for depositing funds into an
online gambling account is via a cashier's check or money order. To begin this
funding method, players must first visit their selected gambling site, click on
"CASHIER" and follow the instructions listed under "deposit by check or money
order." Note that to avoid problems or delays, players may be required to
enclose personal information (name, provider account, PIN code, etc) with the
deposit.
Although deposits through checks and money
orders generally take longer to appear in the casino account than do others,
they may be appealing to some players who can afford to wait. This is because
many sites now offer players special comps when funding their accounts via these
methods. Some sites offer a 10% bonus when using cashiers checks and money
orders. In addition, if a player uses overnight delivery and deposits $250 or
more, Slots.com will also cover the delivery charge.
PrePaidATM
One of the most recent developments for aiding
online gamblers with account funding, PrePaidATM is an online money transfer
service that functions like an ATM card, debit card, and money transfer card all
in one. Simply deposit money into your PrePaidATM using a credit card, Paypal,
electronic check, bank wire, Quick Collect, or card-to-card transfer, and begin
making online purchases of any kind. Please note, however, that PrePaidATM is
currently available to U.S. residents only.
To open an account, go to www.prepaidatm.com
and deposit your money. Then log on to your selected casino and select the
PrePaidATM option at the Cashier.
PrePaidATM Highlights
Make online purchases without revealing
personal information
Send money anywhere in the world in
seconds
Withdraw cash from ATM machines
worldwide
Receive payment for goods or services that you
provide
Fund your account in the method of your
choice
ATM card is not tied to a bank
account
Inexpensive way to send money
900PAY
900pay is a convenient new payment method for
U.S residents that allows online gamblers to deposit into their casino account
and have the money charged to their phone bill without the use of credit cards
and bank accounts.
To make a deposit, just go to the casino
cashier, Click DEPOSIT, and Choose 900pay as the desired deposit method. Enter
the amount you wish to deposit. (Please note that players may deposit US $75, US
$100 and US $150 per transaction.) You will then be taken to the 900Pay web site
for creating a 900Pay account or logging into your existing 900Pay account. You
will then be taken through the process of charging your deposit to your phone
bill. Please follow the instructions to complete the deposit
process.
900pay Highlights
No credit card required
No interest on charges
No hidden fees
No long distance charges
Cashing Out
Credit/Debit Cards
As with depositing, withdrawing cash from an
online casino account to a credit/debit card is one of the fastest and most
convenient methods. In previous years, withdrawals made through credit/debit
cards were limited to the original deposit amount, thus requiring players to
request funds through additional methods, most often via check. Today, many
sites now offer players the option to withdraw additional money (i.e. winnings)
via their credit card and are no longer constrained to original deposit
limits.
When you wish to make a withdrawal, click on
"CASHIER". The CASHIER will automatically be adjusted to display "Withdrawal by
Credit/Debit Card" if you have registered a card to which the 'Withdrawal by
Credit/Debit Card" function is applicable. Select the withdrawal amount, click
on the corresponding withdraw processing link and the funds will be transferred
onto the credit/debit card.
Firepay
If you have used Firepay to deposit funds, you
may quickly and easily withdraw funds back into your Firepay account. All
winnings up to the amount purchased using Firepay (within the last 180 days)
will be refunded back to your Firepay account free of charge.
To withdraw funds through Firepay, simply start
the casino and click on "CASHIER". Select "Withdrawal by Firepay" and follow the
instructions provided.
For further information, please click on HELP
in the casino's CASHIER or consult Firepay Help Center. Any additional questions
may be directed to Firepay via e-mail at info@firepay.com.
NETeller (Best Choice)
NETeller is a convenient, fast and safe way to
transfer money online. Even if you have not deposited into your player account
using NETeller it is possible to withdraw winnings to your NETeller account, and
there is no fee for transfers to and from your casino account.
NETeller offers several withdrawal methods
including withdrawal by Credit Card, Electronic Funds Transfer, Check, Fed Ex
Check and FCash. (If you do not have a NETeller account, please go to
www.neteller.com and apply.) To request your winnings please start the casino
and click on "CASHIER". Select "Withdrawal by NETeller" and follow the
instructions. For further information, please click on HELP in the cashier in
the casino or consult NETeller Help.
Wire Transfer
A Wire Transfer is an electronic bank transfer
from your casino account to your bank account. For players that do not have a
Firepay/NETeller account, Wire Transfer is the fastest way to receive any
winnings. A wire transfer reduces the administrative work in cashing in bank
drafts or checks since players receive their winnings directly in their bank
account.
To request winnings by Wire Transfer, simply
start the casino and click on "CASHIER". Select "Wire Transfer" from the
withdrawal options and follow the instructions that are provided.
Checks and Money Orders
If a player opts not to receive their winnings
via Firepay, NETeller or by Wire Transfer, they may request that their funds be
sent by Bank Draft/Check. Due to additional processing and shipping constraints,
however, receiving a Bank Draft/Check will take longer than receiving a
withdrawal via Wire Transfer or other methods. Any payments that need to be
received promptly should be requested through other withdrawal
options.
For further information please start the
casino, click on "CASHIER" and select "Withdrawal by Bank Draft/Check". You
might also wish to consult HELP in the cashier in the casino.
