Short definition
How many times you must wager the bonus amount before you can withdraw. E.g. a 35× requirement on a €100 bonus means €3,500 in bets.
A wagering requirement shows how many times the bonus, or the bonus plus deposit amount, must be played through before a withdrawal. For example, 35× means the qualifying amount must be bet 35 times before cashing out.
It's one of the most important terms, because it strongly determines a bonus's real value and risk level.
A worked calculation, step by step
Deposit €50, 100% match so the bonus is €50, requirement 35×. If the requirement applies only to the bonus amount, you must wager 35 × €50 = €1,750. If it applies to deposit plus bonus, the turnover is 35 × €100 = €3,500. The same "35×" can mean two very different amounts of work, and the difference sits in a single sentence of the terms.
Turnover does not mean you spend that much of your own money: the same balance keeps circulating and every spin counts again. The real cost is the theoretical loss on the turnover. On a slot with 96% RTP and €1,750 of turnover that is €1,750 × 4% = €70, more than the €50 bonus. Time matters too: at €1 per spin it is 1,750 spins, and with spins lasting five seconds that is about 2.4 hours (1,750 × 5 s = 8,750 s). These are averages and real results vary a lot, but the calculation shows why a lower multiplier and a requirement applying to the bonus only are important. You can work out the time cost yourself with the playthrough time calculator.
What does not count, or counts less
Wagers count towards the requirement, not winnings. The game contribution is usually highest on slots and lower or zero on table and live games. At a 10% contribution a €1 bet counts as €0.10, and meeting a €1,750 requirement would need €17,500 of bets. The exact numbers are in the bonus terms; never guess them.
Common mistakes
- looking only at the multiplier, not at what it is calculated on and how many days you have;
- exceeding the maximum bet, which can lead to winnings being voided (see the maximum bet rule);
- playing a game that does not count towards the requirement at all;
- requesting a withdrawal before the requirement is met and losing the bonus.
If meeting the requirement starts to feel like an obligation rather than entertainment, it is worth stopping and asking for help at the Gambling Addiction Counselling Centre. More calculations are in the Pangakasiinod.ee guide to calculating wagering requirements and, from the crypto angle, in the wagering fine print. For the bonus itself, see the bonus term.
“Example: a €100 bonus with a 35× requirement means €3,500 of bets. If the requirement applies to bonus + deposit, the amount is even larger.
1. Find the multiplier
Look in the terms for a number like 35× — that's the wagering multiplier.
2. Check the calculation base
Check whether the multiplier applies to the bonus, or to the bonus + deposit.
3. Account for bet weighting
Slots often contribute 100%, table games less or not at all.
4. Watch the deadline
The requirement must be met within the validity period, or the bonus expires.
20×–35×Good requirement
45× and moreHigh requirement
Usually 100%Slot wagering weight
Is a lower requirement always better?
Generally yes — a lower multiplier means fewer bets. But also look at the maximum payout and game weightings, as they affect the outcome too.
Why don’t table games meet the requirement?
Games with a low house edge (e.g. blackjack) often contribute only partially or 0% towards wagering, so the bonus can't be exploited risk-free.
21+ Gambling is intended for players aged 21 and over only. A fast withdrawal does not make gambling a safe source of income. Only play with money you can afford to lose. If needed, set self-limits or seek help:
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