Debit Card Online Casinos

Debit Cards are very similar to credit cards in a lot of ways. They are a quite popular form of payment for many United States players and some players around the world. Quite a few online casinos do not accept debit card transactions these days but there are some that do. Due to the legal issues with debit and credit transactions some online casinos have just stayed away from these forms of payment. All in all, if you find an online casino that accepts debit card transactions it can be a quick and easy way to get money into your online casino account.

Opening a Debit Card Account
Opening a debit card account is nearly identical to opening a credit card account. The difference is you have to have an account funded with money for this to be debited from. The first thing you must do is apply for a debit card. Typically you can do this from your bank so that your debit card is tied to your checking account balance. After you have filled out the application for a debit card and it is approved, you will be sent a physical debit card and number in the mail. Again, this will be tied directly to your checking or funded account so you won’t be able to spend more than what is in the account. You then need to activate that card and it is ready to use. After the card is activated you can now get it registered and setup at the online casino. When you are doing a deposit just choose “debit card” option. From here you will likely need to put in the Debit Card number and either an expiration date, a pin or a 3 digit code. Everywhere is different what they are trying to capture and need to process debit card payments. Don’t be alarmed if the transaction fails, especially in the United States. If it does fail, look into a 3rd party payment processor as another option.

Requirement Details and Verification
Most online casinos will require that you prove who you are before making a deposit via debit card. You typically have to fax or email your drivers license or a picture id of yourself. Along with this, some online casinos require a utility bill or other bill that proves your existence. Sometimes, the online casino will want a scanned image of the front and back of your debit card as well. These are all done for your safety and to help fight against debit card fraud. Also, there may be some limits in place on your debit card. Be sure to read through the terms to know the min and max transactions you can make.

Fees to use Debit Cards
Most debit cards don’t have direct fees just to use the card. Where you will run into fees is if something is past due. Online casinos very likely may have fees associated with using a debit card to deposit money. Every casino is different so be sure you read through the terms before you start using your debit card. Typically these fees are pretty small and some online casinos have will give you one “fee free” deposit per month or something. So just be aware of the fee structure before you start making your debit card deposits.

Restrictions
Debit card transactions at online casinos may be banned for some in the United States. It is kind of a gray area. Due to online gambling being deemed illegal in the US, most debit card companies are restricting usage of debit cards at these online casinos. Often times the online casino will get around these restrictions by tricking the debit card company and banks with the name and category of the transaction. Usually some random name will show up on your debit card statement when making a deposit at an online casino. Just remember, if your debit card doesn’t work you can always try credit card deposits, or find one of the other 3rd party payment processors to use to get your started at the online casinos.