Paysafecard

Paysafecard is a prepaid payment method. Instead of linking a bank card or account, you pay with a 16-digit code that you buy in advance, either in a shop or online, and then spend at websites that accept it. Many players like it because you fund a gambling session with a fixed amount, keep it apart from your bank card, and avoid typing banking details into a gambling site. One thing to know first: paysafecard says that, because of local regulations, gambling sites require a registered paysafecard account, so you usually cannot type a bare code into a casino cashier. Availability and rules depend on the country where you registered. The casinos listed below accept Paysafecard, but always check that it works in your own country before you buy.

How to Deposit With Paysafecard at an Online Casino

The screens differ from site to site, but paysafecard describes the process for gambling sites like this:

• 1. Create or log in to a paysafecard account. Register once, or sign in if you already have an account.
• 2. Add funds. Buy a 16-digit code in a store or online and add it to your account balance. Buying online is only offered in some countries.
• 3. Open the cashier. Log in to your chosen casino from the list below and go to its deposit or banking section.
• 4. Pick Paysafecard. Select it from the payment methods and enter the amount you want to deposit.
• 5. Sign in and confirm. Log in with your paysafecard details and confirm the payment.

Check the casino's banking page first to confirm Paysafecard is accepted in your country and currency, and what minimum and maximum deposit it applies.

Where to Buy Paysafecard

Paysafecard says you can buy a prepaid code online or in store. In shops, you ask for a paysafecard of the amount you want, pay in cash and receive a code to add to your account. The list of sales outlets differs by country, so use the store finder on the official paysafecard website for the country you are in. Online purchase is not available everywhere, and the retailers and amounts on offer vary from one country to the next.

Keep the code private. Anyone who has it can spend the balance, so treat it like cash and never share it with someone who asks for it by phone, message or email.

The paysafecard Account

A paysafecard account (called "my paysafecard" on the official site) stores your 16-digit codes in one place so you do not lose or damage them. You pay at partner sites by entering your login details instead of a code each time, and the system can combine several codes into one balance for a single payment. You can also check your balance and past transactions at any time.

The account matters for casino play for two reasons. First, as noted above, gambling sites require a registered account. Second, paysafecard says accounts have higher limits than unregistered use, and in some countries they allow extra features such as withdrawing your balance to a personal bank account and receiving merchant payouts. Features differ by country.

Paysafecard also offers an optional gambling block in the Security section of your account. When switched on, it declines payments to gambling merchants, and turning it off takes effect after a 48-hour cool-down.

Fees, Limits and Withdrawals

Fees and limits

Paysafecard says that using it for payments is generally free of charge, but some fees can apply, and the amounts depend on your country. According to paysafecard:

• If a prepaid code is not spent or added to an account, a monthly service fee is taken from the remaining balance from the second month. Examples from the official fee pages are 5 AUD in Australia and 4 GBP in the UK. Registering an account and adding the code to it avoids this fee.
• An account with no transactions for 12 months can be charged a monthly service fee until the balance reaches zero. The UK page lists 5 GBP per month from the 13th month. Signing in and making a transaction at least every 12 months avoids it.
• A fee applies when a payment involves currency conversion.
• Refunding a balance to your bank carries a processing fee, for example 7.50 AUD in Australia and 6 GBP in the UK.

Limits also vary by country. As one example, the Australian page shows a maximum combined PIN transaction of 200 AUD. Casinos may set their own minimum and maximum deposits too, so check the cashier page.

Withdrawals

Paysafecard says that a payout from an online shop goes to your paysafecard account, identified by its email address, and that payouts are free for you. However, not every merchant offers paysafecard as a payout option, so each casino decides which withdrawal methods it supports. Check the casino's cashier before you deposit, and expect to use another method, such as a bank transfer, if Paysafecard is not offered for withdrawals. To use a payout, paysafecard says to choose Paysafecard in the casino's withdrawal section and enter the email address of your paysafecard account. Payouts from gambling merchants still arrive if you have switched on the gambling block.

Separately, you can ask paysafecard for a refund of an unused PIN balance to your own bank account. This needs photos of the PIN, ID and bank details, the account must be in your name, funds usually arrive in 3 to 5 business days, and a processing fee is deducted.

Privacy

Paysafecard lets you pay without a bank account or credit card, so no card details go to the casino. That privacy has limits. Gambling sites require a registered account, so you will share personal details with paysafecard, the casino will still run its own identity checks before paying out, and refunds to a bank need ID. Treat your code and account login like cash.

Pros and Cons

Pros

• No bank account or credit card needed to pay.
• Prepaid, so you can only spend what you have loaded, which helps with budgeting.
• Codes can be bought for cash at shops in many places.
• An optional gambling block is available in your account.

Cons

• Availability and rules depend on your country.
• Gambling sites require a registered account, so you cannot just enter a code.
• Not every casino supports Paysafecard for withdrawals.
• Service fees can apply to unspent codes and inactive accounts.
• Lost or shared codes may not be recoverable once spent.

Paysafecard FAQ

Can I use Paysafecard in my country?

It depends where you live. Paysafecard's rules, fees, limits and online purchase options differ by country, and the casino must also accept it. Check the official site for your country and the casino's accepted payment methods before you buy.

Can I withdraw casino winnings to Paysafecard?

Sometimes. Paysafecard supports payouts to a registered paysafecard account, but not every casino offers it, and casinos decide which withdrawal methods they support. Confirm in the cashier before you deposit.

Do I need a paysafecard account to play at a casino?

Paysafecard states that gambling sites require a registered account because of local regulations in your country of registration, so you should plan on registering.

What if my code is lost or stolen?

Contact paysafecard support straight away. Paysafecard says you can block your PIN around the clock if you suspect fraud, but money that has already been spent may not be recoverable.

Gamble responsibly: casino games are for players aged 18 or over, and the minimum age can be higher in some places. Set a budget before you add funds and only spend what you can afford to lose.