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HOW DOES BONUS WAGERING WORK?

Online casinos are gaining popularity every year, but few players really understand how bonus wagering works. Want to know more? GAMRFIRST explains it all in detail.

BONUS WAGERING: HOW DOES IT WORK?

Slot machines, poker, blackjack, roulette: online casinos often offer bonuses or promotions to players. They are sometimes subject to wagering or deposit conditions, also called wager or playthrough.

WHAT IS BONUS MONEY?

Bonus money offered by online casinos can take various forms:

  • The verification bonus offered to new players when they sign up and verify their account: it is granted without any deposit conditions.
  • The deposit bonus well known to online gaming enthusiasts: for example, a casino offers a 100% deposit bonus (up to 1000 CHF) on the player's first three deposits.
  • No deposit bonuses, granted to the holder of a verified account, on their birthday or during a referral, for example.
  • Free Spins (also called free spins) or free rounds: they can be offered upon registration, when the player participates in a specific game, or for a special occasion (birthday, jackpot, etc.).
  • Loyalty programs with points or special benefits: these can include additional deposit bonuses, exclusive offers, or gifts.

Good to know: the Swiss cantons have launched a major national prevention campaign on gambling, broadcast on the main social networks. The website gambling-check.ch, available in the three official languages, aims to raise awareness among players about the risks of online gaming. You can find more information on responsible gaming by visiting our dedicated page.

WHAT IS BONUS WAGERING?

Wagering, also called "wagering requirement", is a condition associated with bonuses offered by online casinos. In practice, it is the number of bets required to withdraw your winnings. They must be made within a specified time frame, as specified in the promotion terms.

If you deposit 200 CHF into your player account and receive a 200 CHF bonus, the wagering requirement is x 30 for slot machines and x 300 for table games

HOW TO CONVERT YOUR BONUS?

The conversion of your bonus into cash depends on the technique used to calculate the wagering requirement. The calculation may be based on the player's bets. Their winnings are not taken into account.

Do you have questions about GAMRFIRST promotions? Contact our customer service.