Welcome Bonus Guide
I’m going to show you a few things to consider before registering and redeeming your next welcome offer.
Promotional codes
Promotional codes really do play a huge role in the redemption process. For sports betting sites, they provide a clear distinction between the range of promotions on offer. For you, they help to confirm the type of betting bonus you wish to unlock.
Minimum qualifying deposits and eligible payment methods
These are well worth reviewing. Generally, you’ll find that all traditional payment methods are accepted and will contribute towards the redemption of your bonus. However, this can change depending on your chosen sportsbook and Skrill, Neteller, and other e-wallets do tend to be the main exclusions.
The minimum qualifying deposit usually hovers around the same value as the minimum deposit limit found on-site. The only time this usually differs is if there is a specific high-roller promotion running alongside.
Wagering requirements and expiration dates
Once you’ve redeemed your welcome bonus, you’ll want to make sure that you give yourself enough time and opportunity to play through it.
The wagering requirements will soon help you to establish whether you’ve found a solid promotion, too. Obviously, the lower the requirements are, the less you’ll have to play through them. Just be careful as to whether they are based on your bonus only or the combined value of your bonus and deposit.
Eligible markets
There is little point in releasing any welcome bonus that doesn’t suit your own betting style or sporting preferences. For example, if you spend half your time checking out the latest basketball news, a promo that deems NBA markets ineligible is going to be no good.
Further terms and conditions
Finally, you’ll want to get yourself familiar with any additional bonus terms.
As an example, many sports betting promos will now void any progress if you cash out your wagers. Also, you may find that a minimum odds requirement must be met – any bet placed with odds below this set value will not contribute.