Wagering requirements (sometimes called playthrough) are the single most important term on any casino bonus. They are also the most misunderstood. Get them right and you can spot a good offer in seconds; get them wrong and you can spend hours chasing a bonus that was always going to disappear.
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Wagering Requirements Explained
The single most important term on any casino bonus — and the one most often misunderstood.
The Maths in One Example
Say you take a €100 welcome bonus with 35x wagering on the bonus.
You need to bet a total of 35 × €100 = €3,500 in real money turnover before the bonus and any related winnings can be withdrawn. Each spin or hand counts towards that figure (usually at 100% for slots; less for table games).
If the wagering applies to bonus + deposit (e.g. you deposited €100 and the bonus is €100), the figure becomes 35 × €200 = €7,000 of turnover. The same number, doubled. Always check whether wagering is on the bonus only or on bonus + deposit.
Game contribution
Not every game contributes equally:
- Slots: usually 100%.
- Roulette, blackjack, baccarat: 10–25% or excluded entirely.
- Live dealer games: often excluded.
So if blackjack contributes 10%, betting €100 at the blackjack table moves your wagering meter forward by just €10.
What is a fair number?
- Excellent: 20–30x on bonus only.
- Average: 35–40x on bonus only.
- Poor: 50x or more, or any wagering applied to bonus + deposit at 40x+.
Common Questions
Can I clear wagering on table games?
You can, but it is slower because of the lower contribution rate. A 10% contribution rate on roulette means it takes ten times more turnover to clear the wagering than playing slots. Worth it only if you strongly prefer those games.
What happens if my bonus expires before I finish wagering?
The bonus balance and any associated winnings are wiped from your account. The deposit balance and any winnings made before the bonus was claimed are unaffected.
Is wagering the same as "rollover"?
Yes — wagering, playthrough and rollover all describe the same thing: the total amount you must wager before bonus funds become real money.