Can I use PayPal to claim free spins?
Often not. Many UK welcome offers exclude e-wallet deposits.
By Ryan Jessop. Updated .
Key takeaways
- Coral and Ladbrokes exclude PayPal deposits from their spins offers.
- Debit cards usually qualify; credit cards are banned at UK casinos.
- The exclusion list is in the offer’s significant terms.
- You can still use PayPal for later deposits and withdrawals.
Check before you deposit
The payment exclusions sit in each offer’s significant terms. If your first deposit uses an excluded method, you will usually miss the welcome offer entirely.
| Offer | Excluded |
|---|---|
| Coral | Neteller, PayPal, Paysafe, Skrill, prepaid cards, certain debit cards |
| Ladbrokes | Prepaid cards, PayPal, Paysafe, Neteller, Skrill, Moneybookers |
| PlayOJO | See offer terms |
Why e-wallets are excluded
Casinos rarely explain it in their terms. The usual reasons given in the industry are fraud and bonus-abuse controls. What matters to you is the rule itself, so read it first.
Credit cards
Gambling on credit cards has been banned in Great Britain since 14 April 2020; see the credit card answer.
Our PayPal free spins page covers the detail.
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Frequently asked questions
Does PayPal qualify for Coral free spins?
No. Coral’s terms exclude PayPal deposits.
Which deposit method is safest for a welcome offer?
A personal debit card, after checking the excluded list in the terms.
Can I withdraw to PayPal later?
Usually yes, where the casino offers it.