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SpinDoctor_UKOP
Regular MemberPosts: 445
Oct 2022
Tue 22nd Apr 2025
Has anyone had issues using PayPal for casino withdrawals recently at Payment Methods? PayPal has been my go-to for 3 years but I have read that some casinos are restricting PayPal withdrawals for accounts that were not originally deposited via PayPal. Is this a Payment Methods policy specifically or industry wide?
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CashOutQueen
Senior MemberPosts: 876
Sep 2021
Thu 24th Apr 2025
PayPal casino withdrawals are generally processed within 2 to 4 hours at reputable UKGC sites. The important thing is that your PayPal account was used for at least one deposit — most casinos require deposits and withdrawals to use the same method to prevent money laundering.
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WithdrawWarrior
New MemberPosts: 67
Aug 2023
Sat 26th Apr 2025
Apple Pay is deposit only at all UK casinos I have used — there is no withdrawal function. Use Apple Pay for fast deposits then withdraw to PayPal, Skrill or bank transfer. This is standard industry policy rather than a specific Payment Methods restriction.
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GamblingGuru_UK
New MemberPosts: 89
Mar 2023
Tue 29th Apr 2025
Revolut works at some UK casinos but not all — and some Revolut accounts have gambling blocked by default. Check your Revolut spending controls before attempting a casino deposit. Monzo similarly blocks gambling by default. Traditional banks and PayPal tend to be more reliable.
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SportsBookSam
Forum LegendPosts: 2,109
Nov 2020
Fri 2nd May 2025
Paysafecard gives you the most anonymous casino deposits — available from newsagents and convenience stores across the UK. Cash only, no bank involvement, completely anonymous. The downside is it is deposit only — you need a separate withdrawal method like PayPal or bank transfer.
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