Online casino payment methods

To deposit or redeem their winnings, players have a variety of choices regarding the payment methods by which they may do so when playing at one of the best online casinos.

As the traditional and still most popular deposit method, the credit card payment remains the most predominant across most European markets despite the growing popularity of alternative e-wallet methods. Thanks to the added security and use of state-of-the-art encryption software by online casinos, players can safely deposit online using their credit card details. Bank transfers as well as the traditional bank cheque have also adapted to the internet, ensuring a secure and, in most cases, an immediate fund transfer from a bank account to an online casino account.

A recent development, now offered by all main banks is the e-card, a virtual credit card that can be topped up in the same way as a mobile phone card, with predetermined limited funds that enables players to deposit safely while avoiding to communicate their personal credit card details over the internet.

The growth of the internet over the years has spawned a number of previously inexistent payment methods that are better adapted to specific security and delivery time requirements. Virtual online banking institutions have sprung up allowing players to open online accounts that can be used to make payments to online casinos. These so-called e-wallets enable online payments to be made instantaneously without any confidential data being communicated (Neteller, Moneybookers, etc).

An increasingly popular payment method is the prepaid card. This is a simple and totally safe payment method that can be purchased across Europe, such as the PaySafeCard in Germany and Austria and UKash in Great Britain.

With this large choice of payment methods, certain criteria must be taken into account, and will help players make the best choice for their budget and specific needs. Certain payment methods for example require a minimum deposit, while others are limited in funds such as prepaid credit cards. It is also to be noted that different payment methods yield different bonuses such as certain e-wallets, favoured by the best online casinos. Hence the choice of payment method is an important one that can directly affect your bankroll.

Payment method

Visa/Mastercard		The most used payment method online, despite the inconvenience of certain credit cards refusing withdrawal requests.
Neteller		Neteller is the longest existing e-wallet on the market, and very secure.
Clickandbuy		Available in over 26 countries, in 21 currencies ClickandBuy is one of the market leaders.
Click2pay		CLICK2PAY is a secure online payment method, simple and reliable, supported and trusted by many online websites.
Moneybookers		Moneybookers is among the most respected online payment websites, with an elaborate referral scheme.
Bank Transfer		A preferred payment method of online casinos, often offering instant VIP status on casino and poker sites.