What a wagering requirement actually is
When a casino credits bonus funds to your account, those funds come with a condition: you must bet them a certain number of times before they can be withdrawn. This number is the wagering requirement, also called the playthrough requirement.
A 35x wagering multiplier on €100 in bonus funds (one common example) means you need to place a total of €3,500 in bets before any winnings from those bonus funds become real, withdrawable money. The bets accumulate over time — you don't need to do it in one session. Each qualifying bet reduces the remaining requirement by the amount wagered (multiplied by the game's contribution percentage).
The most important distinction is what the requirement applies to. Two common models:
Wagering applies to the bonus amount only. Deposit €100, get €100 bonus, wager only the €100. At 35x = €3,500 total bets.
Wagering applies to deposit plus bonus. Deposit €100, get €100 bonus, wager €200 combined. At 35x = €7,000 total bets.
Bonus-only wagering is the more common structure, but it is not universal. Several casinos in our comparison publish wagering only per promotion, so check whether it applies to the bonus alone or to deposit + bonus before claiming.
Wagering Requirement Calculator
Enter your bonus amount and wagering multiplier to see exactly what you need to wager before withdrawing.
Expected cost assumes 96% RTP slots at €2/spin. Actual results vary. This is a mathematical expectation across many sessions, not a guarantee for any single session.
Real Examples from Published Bonus Terms
Wagering calculations using each casino's published bonus amounts and multipliers as sourced from their promotion terms.
Stake Casino
Per-promotion bonuses
Stake has no fixed welcome bonus: each promotion (rakeback, reloads, coupons) sets its own wagering, and deposits need only a 1x playthrough before withdrawal. Its T&Cs also use cash balances before bonus balances.
Chancer Casino
Per-promotion bonus
20x is the lowest published bonus multiplier in our comparison. Against a 35x offer, the same €100 bonus needs €1,500 less wagering. Chancer caps bets at €10 while a bonus is active.
Blockspins Casino
100% up to €1,000 welcome
The T&Cs set a 1x deposit playthrough on winnings before withdrawal; the multiplier on the welcome bonus is shown with the live promotion. Blockspins lists seven cryptocurrencies in its cashier — check it for current withdrawal times.
Billionaire Spin
Welcome bonus — per current promo
Wagering is set per promotion and must be completed within 30 days; slots count 100% and table games 20%. Check the live offer for the current multiplier before claiming.
Betandplay Casino
Up to €4,000 across 4 deposits + FS
40x on deposit bonuses sits above the 35x midpoint, while free-spin winnings carry a lighter 30x. On the full €4,000 package, clearing everything would require €160,000 in wagering — which most players will never complete. Only the tranches you actually claim need clearing.
Crocoslots
€1,000 + 100 Free Spins
45x sits at the high end of our comparison — Spin Fever also uses 45x, and Qbet and TalisMania go up to 50x on some bonuses. Same €100 bonus but €4,500 required wagering — €1,500 more than a 30x casino. At €2/spin that's 750 extra spins, costing roughly €60 more at 96% RTP.
Which games count toward wagering — and how much
Not every bet counts equally toward your wagering requirement. Casinos apply "contribution percentages" that determine how much each type of bet moves the counter. This is the most underappreciated aspect of bonus terms.
Practical example: A €3,500 wagering requirement on slots (100% contribution) requires €3,500 in slot bets. The same requirement on Blackjack at 20% contribution requires €17,500 in Blackjack hands. Bonuses are fundamentally designed for slot players — table game players should either skip bonuses or accept that clearing them will take significantly longer.
Wagering Requirements: All 21 Casinos
Published multipliers lowest to highest; casinos without a fixed bonus multiplier follow. Green = player-friendly. Red = high cost.
| # | Casino | Welcome Offer | Wagering | €100 bonus = bets needed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Chancer Casino | Welcome bonus — per current promo | 20x | €2,000 |
| #2 | BinoBet Casino | Casino €1,500 + 150 FS · Sport up to €500 | 30x | €3,000 |
| #3 | Rooli Casino | Up to $4,000 + 475 FS across 4 tiers | 35x | €3,500 |
| #4 | Betandplay Casino | Up to €4,000 across 4 deposits + FS | 40x | €4,000 |
| #5 | Jackpoty | 100% up to €500 + 100 FS (1st tier) | 40x | €4,000 |
| #6 | Wonaco Casino | 100% up to $500 + 200 FS | 40x | €4,000 |
| #7 | Qbet Casino | €100 welcome + daily cashback | 40–50x | €4,000–€5,000 |
| #8 | Crocoslots | 150% up to €1,000 + 100 FS (1st tier) | 45x | €4,500 |
| #9 | Spin Fever Casino | Welcome bonus — per current promo | 45x | €4,500 |
| #10 | LuckyWins Casino | Welcome bonus — per current promo | Varies by promo | — |
| #11 | LuckyMax Casino | Up to €7,000 + 500 free spins | Varies by promo | — |
| #12 | Billionaire Spin | Welcome bonus — per current promo | Varies by promo | — |
| #13 | VegasHero Casino | 100% up to €500 + 200 FS · Crypto 200% up to 3,000 USDT | Varies by promo | — |
| #14 | EmirBet Casino | Welcome bonus — see current promo | Varies by promo | — |
| #15 | Blockspins Casino | 100% up to €1,000 welcome | 1x deposit playthrough | — |
| #16 | Luck Nation Casino | 100% up to €500 + 200 free spins | Not stated | — |
| #17 | Playio | 100% up to €500 + 200 FS | Not stated | — |
| #18 | Rooster.bet | Up to $/€5,000 + 300 FS · Sportsbook up to €200 | Varies by promo | — |
| #19 | Stake Casino | Per-promotion bonuses (rakeback + reloads) | 1x deposit | — |
| #20 | TalisMania | Welcome bonus — see current promo | Not stated (Bonus Crab promo: 50x, free spins 40x) | — |
| #21 | Winningz Casino | $7,500 + 500 free spins | Not stated | — |
How to Beat Wagering Requirements
"Beat" doesn't mean cheat — it means approach them intelligently so you get the most value from the bonus with the least expected cost.
- 01
Play high-RTP slots
The expected cost of clearing wagering is directly tied to the house edge of the games you play. Blood Suckers has 98% RTP — losing just 2% per bet cycle. Mega Moolah has roughly 88% RTP — losing 12%. On €3,500 in wagering, the difference is €70 vs €420 in expected losses. Check the RTP before you load the game. NetEnt's Blood Suckers and Mega Joker (99% RTP in max bet mode) are strong options where available.
- 02
Stay under the maximum bet cap — always
Where casinos in our comparison publish a maximum bet during bonus play, it is usually €5 per spin (Betandplay, Crocoslots, Spin Fever, Rooster.bet, TalisMania; $5 at Rooli); Qbet caps at €4, Chancer at €10 and EmirBet at €12 or 5% of the bonus, whichever is lower. Betting above this — even once, even accidentally — can void the entire bonus and all accumulated winnings. The rule isn't always enforced automatically during play, but it is checked when you request a withdrawal. Bet at €2–€4 per spin and you'll never have a problem.
- 03
Don't chase losses
The instinct when losing during wagering is to increase stakes and recover. This is the wrong move. Higher stakes don't speed up the wagering requirement — they just increase variance. A €500 loss trying to recover with €25 bets achieves nothing that steady €2 bets wouldn't have. Treat each session as making incremental progress toward the requirement.
- 04
Track progress at the start of each session
Most casinos display your remaining wagering requirement in the bonus or promotions section of your account. Check it when you log in. This prevents the common mistake of thinking you've cleared it when you haven't — which leads to frustrated withdrawal requests that get rejected. Know the number.
- 05
Start immediately — don't let the bonus expire
A 30-day bonus expiry feels generous. It disappears faster than you expect. If you deposit and claim a bonus but don't start using it for two weeks, you've already lost half the available time. Free spins attached to welcome bonuses often expire in 72 hours regardless of the main bonus expiry — use them the same day you claim them.
- 06
Compare the total wagering required, not just the multiplier
A 300% match at 30x on a €100 deposit generates €300 bonus × 30 = €9,000 in required wagering. A 100% match at 35x on the same €100 deposit generates €100 × 35 = €3,500. The smaller match requires €5,500 less wagering even though its multiplier is higher. Always multiply bonus amount × multiplier to get the real number.
Wagering Requirements FAQ
What is a good wagering requirement for a casino bonus?
30x or lower is excellent — only Chancer (20x) and BinoBet (30x on casino bonuses) in our comparison offer this. 35x is the industry standard and considered fair. 40x (Betandplay, Jackpoty, Wonaco) is high but not unusual for larger bonuses. Anything above 40x (Crocoslots and Spin Fever at 45x; Qbet and TalisMania up to 50x on some bonuses) is punishing and generally not worth claiming unless the casino offers something else you need that you can't find elsewhere.
Does wagering requirement apply to my deposit or just the bonus?
Several casinos in our comparison publish wagering only per promotion, so check whether it applies to the bonus alone or to deposit + bonus before claiming. With bonus-only wagering, a €100 deposit and €100 bonus means you wager only the €100 bonus; with deposit + bonus wagering you wager on €200. The wording to look for is 'wagering requirement applies to the bonus amount' vs 'wagering requirement applies to the bonus and deposit amount'.
Can I withdraw my deposit while the bonus is active?
Usually no — but you can typically forfeit the bonus first, which releases your deposit for withdrawal. Forfeiting the bonus means you lose any bonus funds and winnings accrued from them, but your real-money balance becomes withdrawable. Check the specific casino's terms for how to forfeit a bonus. Most have a button in the bonus section of your account.
What happens if I win big before meeting wagering requirements?
Your winnings sit in your bonus balance and are subject to the same wagering requirement. You can't withdraw them until the requirement is fully met. Be aware of any maximum win cap — some casinos cap the total you can withdraw from bonus winnings regardless of how much you actually win. This cap can turn a jackpot into a modest payout.
Why do Blackjack bets count for less toward wagering?
Blackjack has a house edge of under 1% when played with basic strategy. A €100 bet in Blackjack generates almost no expected profit for the casino. Casinos set contribution percentages to ensure they make money from the wagering process — so low house-edge games like Blackjack are discounted to 10–20%, and sometimes excluded entirely. The casino is essentially making you lose a certain expected amount before the bonus unlocks.
What is a 'wagering requirement on free spins winnings'?
When free spins produce winnings, those winnings go into your bonus balance rather than your real-money balance. They then carry their own wagering requirement — sometimes different from the main bonus — Betandplay uses 30x on free-spin winnings against 40x on deposit bonuses, and Qbet 35x against 40–50x. 100 free spins at €0.10/spin generating €20 in winnings would need €700 in wagering at 35x before you can withdraw. Free spins with no bonus wagering on winnings are rare but exist at some casinos.
How long does it take to clear a wagering requirement?
It depends entirely on your bet size and session frequency. At €2/spin on a 96% RTP slot: €3,500 ÷ €2 = 1,750 spins. At 600 spins per hour, that's about 3 hours of active play. Spread across several sessions over a week or two, it's very manageable. At €0.50/spin: 7,000 spins — about 12 hours of play. Higher stakes clear the requirement faster but increase expected losses proportionally.
Is it possible to profit from wagering a bonus?
Mathematically yes, but unlikely. The expected outcome of wagering is a loss equal to (wagering requirement × house edge). On €3,500 wagering at 4% house edge (96% RTP slots), the expected loss is €140. Any winnings from the bonus are net of this expected loss. A minority of players will clear the requirement in profit through variance — but that's luck, not strategy. The correct framing: the bonus reduces your expected cost of playing, but the casino still has an edge.