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Wagering Requirements Explained
Wagering requirements are the single most important thing to understand about any casino bonus. They decide whether a bonus is genuinely useful or effectively impossible to cash out. Here's how they work, in plain English.
What the multiple means
A wagering requirement is shown as a multiple — for example 30x or 40x. It's the number of times you must stake your bonus (or bonus winnings) before you can withdraw. At 35x, £10 of winnings means you must place £350 of bets before any of it becomes withdrawable.
Game weighting
Not every game contributes equally. Slots usually count 100% toward wagering, while table games like blackjack or roulette often count 10% or less — or not at all. So the same £10 bet can clear very different amounts of the requirement depending on the game.
How to read an offer
Before opting in, find the wagering multiple, the maximum win, the eligible games and the expiry. Lower wagering is better, and a "no wagering" offer removes the requirement entirely. For more, see what wagering means and no-wagering bonuses.
Frequently asked questions
What does a 35x wagering requirement mean?
You must stake your bonus winnings 35 times before withdrawing — £10 of winnings means £350 of wagering.
Do all games count equally?
No — slots usually count 100%, while table games often count far less or not at all.
Is lower wagering better?
Yes — the lower the multiple, the easier it is to withdraw; 'no wagering' is best of all.
Related guides: what wagering means, no-wagering bonuses and how deposit bonuses work.