Betfair Casino Bonus & Review

Live casino titles

The state-of-the-art live casino at Betfair allows you to enjoy all the nail-biting suspense of a land-based casino with full HD graphics using cutting-edge RFID technology. The online live casino connects you with real tables that are operated by real-life dealers in real time.

The games offered include blackjack, roulette, baccarat, sic-bo, and hold’em, operated 24 hours a day. The dealers are highly trained, and you can speak to them face-to-face if you need any assistance.

Sportsbook

Betfair is a leading sports betting platform, so it’s no surprise that their sportsbook is one of the largest available and offers some functions that you won’t find at other online casinos. To navigate to the sportsbook, simply click on ‘Sportsbook’ at the top of the lobby page.

You will be able to bet on football, horse racing, tennis, cricket, MMA, and darts, to name a few. There is also an option to place in-play bets and enjoy truly edge-of-your-seat action.

Exchange games at Betfair

Another unique aspect of Betfair is the availability of exchange games. Exchange games are computer-generated games, but they unfold in real-time. Here, you bet against other betters, not against the casino itself. The exchange games include blackjack, Texas hold 'em, Hi-Lo, Baccarat, bullseye roulette, and card derby racing.

In exchange blackjack and exchange hold’em you watch four players play the game and you bet on which player you think will win. You actually get to see the cards that each player has, but you are not playing a hand, so there is no bluffing involved. 

You can bet on outcomes at each stage of the game using your expert knowledge to choose the best odds. As with blackjack and hold 'em, each exchange game has its unique set of rules and offers a new level of excitement. 

You should ensure that you are familiar with the rules before placing a bet to maximize your chances of winning. There’s a learning curb, but once you have started playing, you probably won’t want to stop. 

Betfair optimistically dubs this new innovation ‘the future of online gambling' and they might be right.

Betfair Casino on mobile

The Betfair mobile platform works much the same way as the desktop platform does. You can navigate to the casino’s website using your favourite browser or you can download the online casino's application.

They have apps available depending on which operating system your mobile device uses. For iOS users, the casino app is available in the App Store. For Android users, the casino app is available in the Google Play store. 

There are also links available on the Betfair website. From the homepage or from your lobby, you can click on ‘Mobile Casino’ and receive instructions to begin the download. 

If you know which games you prefer playing, then you have the additional option of downloading an application that is specific to your preferred game type. Betfair has a dedicated application for certain categories, including live casino, exchange games, bingo games, and poker. 

All the apps are 100% free to download and use. The Betfair casino app contains all the games available on the desktop, as well as additional games that have been specifically designed to be played on phones and tablets. 

They also have a sportsbook app, so you can play slots and tables or bet on sports wherever you are!

Payment methods

Betfair accepts a wide range of payment methods, including debit cards, credit cards, bank transfers, e-wallets, and Apple Pay casino. The casino also accepts payment methods from a variety of countries. 

The easiest way to see which payment methods are available to you is to log into your Betfair account and click on the “Deposit” button at the top-right of your home page. All payment methods available to you will be displayed on this page.

Betfair Casino withdrawal time

Withdrawal processing times vary depending on the payment method you have used. I have summarized the speeds of the most popular withdrawal methods below:

Payment Method	Withdrawal Speed
Debit or Credit Card	2 - 5 business days
UK Express Bank Transfer	24 business hours
UK Standard Bank Transfer	2 - 3 business days
Australian Bank Transfer (NAB)	2 - 5 business days
Non-UK Bank Transfers	2 - 5 business days
E-wallets	4 - 24 hours
WebMoney	4 - 30 hours
Apple Pay	2 - 5 business days

Customer support

Customer support is available via email. Betfair has a 24-hour telephone support facility, but only for betting with the Sportsbook. In addition to email, you can tweet them or message the casino on Facebook.

There is a large FAQ section with answers to many questions that you can check while you are waiting for a response to your email, tweet, or message.

Betfair license

The Betfair casino games are offered by Playtech P.L.C, licenced and regulated by the Malta Gaming Authority, under Licence Number MGA/CRP/137/2007, issued on 01/08/2018. 

For customers, Betfair Casino Limited is licenced and regulated by the Gambling Commission. Betfair is operated by PPB Counterparty Services Limited.

Problems I had with Betfair

While the casino functions optimally and there is a large FAQ section available, I couldn’t help but miss the Live Chat facility. There was a lack of promotions for returning players. Although a VIP programme and a few prize drops are offered, I would have much preferred to also receive weekly or daily reload bonuses, free spins, or even entrance into so tournaments as a returning player.

I also found the speed of withdrawals disappointing, without any instant withdrawal options, even when using e-wallets. This puts the casino notably behind many of its competitors.

Final thoughts

Betfair offers many attractive elements for both new and experienced players. 

Other casinos don’t let you use the match bonus at the live casino to meet the wagering requirements, so I think the Betfair live casino welcome bonus is a great offer for players who are looking the live casino titles as well as those who want to try them with reduced risk. I was still unimpressed by the lack of promotions for returning players, however.

They also offer the innovative ‘Exchange Games’ betting option, which may very well take the online gambling community by storm. Their range of mobile applications makes them a great choice for playing on the go with reduced latency. 

The slow withdrawals and lack of live chat support were also a disappointment I couldn't overlook as these are issues most of the largest online casinos always get right.