Australian Casino FAQ

Whether you’re brand new to the world of online gambling or a seasoned pro that does this for a living, you may have a few questions regarding online gambling in Australia. Don’t worry, we’re here to help!

Is it Legal?
Of course it’s legal! We wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t! Thanks to the Interactive Gambling Act of 2001, you’re free to enjoy placing bets at online casinos and online poker rooms. The act does, however, prohibit companies inside Australia from offering online gambling to Australians. We hope this changes in the near future, and there’s already legislation underway to hopefully loosen the restrictions of the IGA.

Why Can’t Australians Bet With Aussie Online Casinos?
Regulations. If you’re betting in AUD, the casino will accept it, but it will convert the money into either Euros or US dollars. When you’re finished, the site will transfer the funds from the Euro or US dollar back into AUD. It’s slightly odd, but you won’t really notice much of a difference.

What About Other Rewards?
Australians aren’t deprived of the rewards that players in other countries get to enjoy! In fact, Australia is an extremely popular destination for online gamblers. The sites here offer some of the best bonuses and promotions. The welcome bonuses are particularly generous. Australians are the envy of the world when it comes to bonuses. VIP rewards are given to players based on their status level, and prizes include cash bonuses.

Are There Any Risks With Deposits in Australia?
Well, yes. You’re online, after all. Any payment method that you use comes with a slight risk attached, but casinos secure and encrypt that information. An alternative method of payment, Bitcoin, has emerged, and is a secure platform to perform transactions on. All payment and user information is securely encrypted into a line of text. The payments aren’t reversible, so once the money is down, it’s gone. With Bitcoin, you’ll never have to worry about security. Only a few sites accept it, but more are embracing it each week.

What Games Can I Play?
Everything. Poker, Pokies, Video Poker, Roulette, Blackjack, and you can even bet on sports. If the game exists, you can very likely bet on it from your home in Australia.

Every Game? Everywhere?
Well, no. It all depends on the games that they offer. Some sites will have everything that you can dream of, and some sites will have a small selection. Don’t immediately disregard the sites with the small selection of games, though – they likely have large bonuses.

Do I Have to Play From My Desktop Computer?
Absolutely not. Five years ago, sure, you would’ve been confined to either your laptop or your desktop. However, thanks to smartphones, you can play from anywhere, as long as you have a connection. If you’re taking a break at work and want to play a hand of blackjack, feel free. If you’re lying in bed on a Saturday morning and don’t feel like moving, grab your tablet and play a few rounds. No matter what device you have, you’re likely going to be able to play.

How Secure Are These Sites?
Extremely. These sites are subjected to routine security tests by third party companies, and since it’s regulated, the government itself will test these sites. All of your information is secure, and likely encrypted.

What About Customer Service?
Gambling, specifically online gambling, is a huge industry in Australia. Because of that, companies hire a ton of people to help out with any issues you may come across. If you do have an issue, you have multiple ways to get support – email, live chat, or phone. Don’t expect to wait more than a couple of minutes to speak to someone.