Wagering requirements: the number between a bonus and a withdrawal
By Ilze Krūmiņa · updated October 2026
Wagering (also called playthrough or rollover) is the total you must bet before bonus money turns into money you can withdraw. It is the most important figure in any bonus — and the one most often skipped. This page shows how to calculate it and why two bonuses with the same headline percentage can demand completely different amounts of betting.
Exact percentages, wagering multipliers and deadlines are set by the operator's bonus terms. They change, so read the current version before you activate anything. Amounts in examples are in your account currency.
Bonus only, or deposit plus bonus?
This detail makes the biggest difference. Illustrative numbers: deposit 100, bonus 100, multiplier 30.
| Base | Formula | Required bets |
|---|---|---|
| Bonus only | 100 × 30 | 3,000 |
| Deposit plus bonus | (100 + 100) × 30 | 6,000 |
One phrase in the terms doubles the amount you must bet. Look for the wording that says what the multiplier applies to.
Game contribution
Not every bet counts in full. If slots contribute 100% and roulette 10%, a roulette bet of 10 counts as 1. Clearing 3,000 with roulette alone would take 30,000 in bets. That is why wagering bonuses are, in practice, built for slot players, and why live-table fans often find them poor value. Games that contribute nothing are usually listed separately.
Which money is used first
Many accounts have two balances: real money and bonus money. Often real money is spent first and the bonus only starts working when it runs out. That means a win made with real money may still be withdrawable if you request it before playing with the bonus. Other terms merge the balances and tie everything to wagering. The difference is significant, so find out before your first bet.
The maximum-bet trap
While a bonus is active there is usually a maximum stake per spin or bet. Exceed it once and the operator may void the bonus and its winnings. It usually happens by accident, right after a win, when "betting bigger" feels natural. Write the limit down and set your stake below it at the start of the session.
A realistic pace check
Divide the required total by your usual stake to see how many spins it means. 3,000 at a stake of 0.50 is 6,000 spins. If you normally play a few hundred spins a week and the deadline is short, the bonus is unlikely to work for you — no matter how generous it looks.
Tracking progress
The bonus section of your account usually shows remaining wagering and the deadline. If progress does not move or looks wrong, take a screenshot and ask support in writing. Before withdrawing, always confirm the bonus is completed or removed — otherwise the request may be declined (see Withdrawal status). The full set of terms is on Bonus terms.