When crypto casinos ask for KYC
Here are the conditions for each cashier, as stated in the terms of service.
| Casino | When ID is asked | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| Cloudbet | Above $3,109.43 of withdrawals a day | Photo ID to go past the limit |
| Thrill | At any time | ID and source of funds; payouts held until checked |
| Roobet | At any time | A withdrawal can wait until identity is verified |
| BC.Game | Before the first payout | Large withdrawals can take a 1 to 6 hour audit |
| Winna | Profile before the first deposit | ID, address and payment proof for withdrawals |
| BitStarz | At any time | May phone you; locked if unreachable for two weeks |
| OreonBet | Any withdrawal, per its KYC page | ID, a selfie holding it, a recent statement or bill |
| 22Bet | When 22Bet asks | Done within 72 hours of your last document |
| 1xBet | Large amounts or unusual activity | Phone check is mandatory; selfie or proof of funds possible |
Most casinos can request documentation at any time. So, while the sign-up process may state that no documentation will be required, that may not be the case. It is best to prepare for KYC documentation before you make your first withdrawal.
What documents crypto casinos ask for
Have these ready before you need them.
- Photo ID
According to the terms of 1xBet, you may be required to provide a copy of your national ID, drivers license, or passport.
- Proof of address
You may be required to provide copies of recent utility bills or bank statements. 90 days worth of statements may be required, as stated in the terms of BitStarz.
- A selfie holding the ID
22Bet, 1xBet, and OreonBet may ask for a selfie.
- Proof of payment method
A photo of the deposit wallet or card may be required, as stated in the terms of 22Bet, Winna, and Bets.io.
- Source of funds, for large sums
Proof of funds may be required, as stated in the terms of Thrill and 1xBet. PaySlips or Tax returns may also be required, as stated in the terms of BitGuruz.
How long casino KYC takes
Review times each casino states.
Bets.io states that the 15 minute withdrawal timeframe is from the time all required documents are verified. Therefore, 15 minutes may actually mean that the casino has up to 3 days to verify the documents. We take this into account when determining estimated withdrawal times for casinos on our website.
"No KYC" casinos, and what their terms say
Here we look at a couple of examples where the marketing and terms and conditions of a crypto casino do not agree.
- Winna
The website states, “Instant withdrawals, no KYC.” However, the payment policy states that the website requires a customer’s full name, address, date of birth, gender, and telephone number before a deposit. Withdrawals require customers to provide their ID, proof of address, and proof of payment.
- OreonBet
The FAQ states that the website does not require KYC to complete a user registration. However, the website states that full KYC is required to process any withdrawal.
- Melbet
melbet.com sells crypto as "anonymous" with "no annoying checks", and the same page says verification may be required when you withdraw crypto.
When a website states that “no KYC is required,” users should complete KYC if and when the website requires it. Users should keep documents to complete KYC, if needed.
Passing a casino KYC check the first time
Most rejections come from small mistakes.
- Users should register using their true and lawful name, as it appears on their ID.
- Photograph the whole document, all four corners, no glare, no cropping.
- Use a recent statement whose address matches your profile.
- Users should have only one account per casino.
- Never edit a document. Thrill forfeits balances for forged documents, and Betwinner closes the account.
The exchange side works the same way: Quidax and Busha both need ID and BVN before any withdrawal. Our guide to buying Litecoin with naira covers their levels.
What the law says
What the law saysSince a Supreme Court ruling of 22 November 2024, each state licenses gambling within its borders. Crypto is legal and regulated by the SEC. A casino licensed abroad is not licensed by any Nigerian state, and our reviews say which kind each casino is.
Check before you play
Check before you playLagos law makes promoting unlicensed gaming an offence, and the Lagos authority publishes a list of operators it calls illegal; none of them appear on this site. Check that playing is lawful where you live. Our guide is crypto gambling legal in Nigeria explains the rules.
Crypto casino KYC: common questions
ID may be required for a user to process a withdrawal, and some websites permit users to register without ID. Cloudbet pays up to $3,109.43 a day without ID. OreonBet requires a user to complete full KYC to process any withdrawal.
Some casinos require different verification documents. You may have to provide a photo ID, proof of address, and/or a selfie. Sometimes, they'll even require a copy of your payment method. They will generally process your request within 72 hours, but some take up to 5 days.
Some casino pages may say they have no-KYC processes, but their terms may differ. No-KYC processes should always be assumed to require KYC until otherwise noted by the casino.
The casino can hold your withdrawal until you pass, and forged or edited documents can close the account and forfeit the balance. BitStarz locks an account as a failed check if it cannot reach you by e-mail or phone within two weeks of a request.
KYC also protects you
Verified accounts can use the protection tools.
Self-exclusion processes are only effective on accounts where your ID is tied to the process because you can not create a new account to continue gambling.
If gambling is no longer enjoyable, take a break from gambling and contact the resources listed.
Gamble Alert: +234 916 295 7989 (24/7), toll-free +234 705 889 0073. MANI: 0809 111 6264.
Free, confidential helplines. You must be 18 or older to gamble.