Casino Bonus Terms & Conditions Explained

Wagering requirements (also called playthrough requirements) are the most important bonus term. They specify how many times you must wager your bonus amount before withdrawing. Example: C$100 bonus with 30x wagering = C$3,000 total bets required Some casinos apply wagering to bonus + deposit: Example: C$100 deposit + C$100 bonus with 30x wagering = C$6,000 total bets required Always check whether wagering applies to the bonus only or to the bonus plus deposit. What's a fair wagering requirement? • 0x: Exceptional (PlayOJO) • 20–25x: Very good • 25–35x: Average • 35–40x: High • 40x+: Very high — approach with caution

Game contribution rates determine what percentage of each bet counts towards your wagering requirement. Typical contribution rates: • Slots: 100% (standard) • Blackjack: 10% (most casinos) or 0% • Baccarat: 10% or 0% • Roulette: 10% or 0% • Live casino: 10% or 0% • Video poker: 10% or 0% The impact is significant: With 100% contribution: C$3,000 wagering = C$3,000 in slot bets With 10% contribution: C$3,000 wagering = C$30,000 in blackjack bets If you primarily play table games, check the contribution rate before claiming any bonus. A bonus with 0% blackjack contribution is effectively useless for blackjack players.

Most casino bonuses include a maximum bet restriction while wagering is active. Exceeding this limit can void your bonus and any associated winnings. Typical maximum bet: C$5–C$10 per spin/hand This restriction exists to prevent players from making large bets to clear wagering quickly. It applies to all games, including slots. Important: The maximum bet restriction applies from the moment you claim the bonus until wagering is complete. If you accidentally bet C$20 on a single spin while a bonus is active, you may lose the entire bonus. Some casinos are strict about this — they monitor bet sizes and will void bonuses for violations. Others are more lenient. When in doubt, contact customer support before placing large bets.

Additional terms to check before claiming any bonus: Bonus expiry: The time limit to complete wagering. 30 days is standard; 7–14 days is short. If you don't clear wagering in time, the bonus and winnings are forfeited. Maximum win cap: Some bonuses cap how much you can win from bonus funds. A C$200 bonus with a 5x cap means you can only withdraw C$1,000 in bonus winnings, even if you win C$5,000. Sticky vs non-sticky bonus: A sticky bonus cannot be withdrawn — only winnings derived from it. A non-sticky bonus can be withdrawn once wagering is complete. Withdrawal restrictions: Some casinos freeze your deposit until wagering is complete. Others allow you to withdraw your deposit at any time (forfeiting the bonus). Bonus abuse policy: Casinos monitor for bonus abuse (e.g., low-risk betting strategies to clear wagering). Violations can result in bonus voiding or account closure. One bonus per household: Welcome bonuses are typically limited to one per household, IP address, and payment method.