The rollover is the number of times you must bet the amount of a bonus before you can withdraw the winnings obtained with it, according to Win Sports. It is also called wagering requirement or playthrough, and it is the most important condition of any casino bonus, the one almost nobody reads.

How the rollover is calculated

The formula multiplies an amount by a requirement. For example, a 200 dollar bonus with a 5x rollover requires 1,000 dollars in total bets before withdrawing, as BetUS illustrates. But watch the calculation base, according to BonusTiime: some casinos multiply only the bonus, others the deposit plus the bonus, and with free spins it is the winnings that get multiplied. A 10x rollover on deposit plus bonus can demand twice the wagering of a 10x on the bonus alone.

What matters besides the multiplier

The big number in the ad never tells the whole story. Also check the maximum bet allowed while clearing the bonus, the deadline to complete the requirement, the excluded or low contribution games and the cap on withdrawable winnings, according to BonusTiime. Exceeding the maximum bet during wagering can get the bonus cancelled.

How to evaluate a bonus before accepting it

Compare the effective rollover (multiplier times base), the deadline and the contribution of the games you actually plan to play. A smaller bonus with a 10x rollover is usually a better deal than a giant one at 50x with a one week deadline. And if you prefer to skip the topic entirely, no deposit bonuses also carry rollover, just on smaller amounts. Once you complete the requirement, the next step is withdrawing your money from the casino.

Frequently asked questions

What does a 10x rollover mean? That you must bet ten times the reference amount before withdrawing. If the bonus is 100 dollars and the rollover is 10x, you need to wager 1,000 dollars in total, following the mechanics BetUS explains.

Do all games count equally toward the rollover? No. Slots usually contribute 100%, while table games like blackjack or roulette contribute less or are excluded, depending on each casino's terms.

What happens if I do not complete the rollover in time? The bonus and the winnings generated with it are cancelled when the deadline expires. Your original deposit is not lost, but everything tied to the bonus is.