What is the maximum stake on online slots in the UK?
£5 a spin if you are 25 or over, and £2 a spin if you are aged 18 to 24.
By Ryan Jessop. Updated .
Key takeaways
- £5 limit for ages 25+ since 9 April 2025.
- £2 limit for ages 18 to 24 since 21 May 2025.
- Applied automatically from your verified age.
- Table and live games are not covered by these limits.
How the limits work
When you sign up, the casino verifies your age. If you are 18 to 24, every online slot caps your stake at £2 a spin. On your 25th birthday the limit rises to £5 without any action from you. No licensed casino can lift it.
| Age | Maximum stake | In force since |
|---|---|---|
| 25 and over | £5 a spin | 9 April 2025 |
| 18 to 24 | £2 a spin | 21 May 2025 |
What counts as the stake
The limit applies to the total cost of each spin, including any extra stake you choose to add. Free spins from welcome offers usually run at 10p, far below the cap.
What is not covered
The limits apply to online slots. Roulette, blackjack and live casino games set their own table limits. Land-based machines have separate stake rules.
What the cap means per hour
At the 2.5-second minimum spin speed, an hour is at most 1,440 spins. At £5 that is £7,200 staked; at 20p it is £288. See our UK slot rules guide and the spin calculator.
Slot figures are developers' published defaults, each confirmed against two sources; your casino may run a lower RTP. Offer terms dated 9 October 2026. How we check. 18+. Free help: 0808 8020 133 or safer gambling.
Frequently asked questions
Can I bet more than £5 on a slot?
Not at a UK-licensed casino. £5 is the legal maximum, or £2 if you are under 25.
Does the £2 limit apply to free spins?
Free spins are usually worth 10p each, so the limit makes no difference to them.
Do the limits apply to roulette?
No. They cover online slots only.