What is a wagering requirement?
A wagering requirement (also called "playthrough") is the number of times you must bet a bonus before you can withdraw any winnings from it. It is written as a multiplier such as 30x or 40x.
For example, a $100 bonus with a 30x wagering requirement means you must place $3,000 in bets (30 × $100) before the bonus and its winnings become withdrawable. Read carefully whether the multiplier applies to the bonus only, or to deposit + bonus (often shown as "30x (D+B)"), because the latter doubles the work.
Game weighting also matters: slots usually count 100% toward the requirement, while table games and live casino often count 10–20% or are excluded entirely. Lower wagering requirements, generous game weighting, a sensible max-bet limit, and a longer expiry all make a bonus better value.
Key points
- Expressed as a multiplier, e.g. 30x.
- 30x on a $100 bonus = $3,000 in total bets before withdrawal.
- Check whether it applies to the bonus only or deposit + bonus.
- Slots usually count 100%; table games often 10–20% or excluded.
- Lower requirements are better — watch max-bet caps and expiry.
FAQ
What does 30x wagering mean?
It means you must wager 30 times the bonus amount before withdrawing. On a $50 bonus, that is $1,500 in total bets.
Are lower wagering requirements better?
Yes. A 20x requirement is far easier to clear than 50x, so the bonus is much more likely to convert into withdrawable cash.
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