How to read a wagering requirement

Start with the exact wording

A wagering requirement says how much eligible play must occur before bonus-related funds may become withdrawable. The multiplier alone is not enough. You also need to know what amount it multiplies.

For example, if terms say “20× bonus” and the bonus is €50, the stated wagering amount is €1,000. If terms instead say “20× deposit and bonus” on a €50 deposit plus €50 bonus, the stated amount is €2,000.

Check these clauses together

1. Wagering base: bonus only, deposit and bonus, or another defined amount.
2. Game contribution: eligible games may contribute at different rates, and some may not contribute.
3. Maximum bet: exceeding a limit while a bonus is active may breach the terms.
4. Expiry: both the bonus and any free spins may have deadlines.
5. Withdrawal and win limits: some offers cap the amount that can be converted or withdrawn.
6. Restricted activity: payment methods, games, countries or play patterns may be excluded.

Do the arithmetic before accepting

Use the operator’s current terms, not an advertisement or an old comparison page. Multiply the stated base by the stated multiplier, then account for contribution rates. If a game contributes 10%, €10 of play may reduce the remaining requirement by only €1.

This calculation describes turnover, not expected winnings. Gambling outcomes are uncertain, and completing a wagering requirement can still result in losing the deposit and bonus.

Keep a copy

Terms can change. Before accepting an offer, save or screenshot the version shown to you and note the date. If anything is unclear, ask the operator in writing before depositing.

You do not have to accept a bonus. Playing without one can mean fewer restrictions, but it does not remove the risk of losing money. 18+ only.