Wagering requirements — how they work and how to calculate them
Wagering requirements decide how many times you must wager a bonus before the winnings are yours to keep.
Updated: 2026-04-30 · By the CasinoMenu.se editors
A wagering requirement is the condition that ties a bonus to a certain volume of bets. It is the casino's way of making sure bonus money cannot be withdrawn immediately without actually being played. Understand the wagering requirement and you understand how valuable a bonus really is.
How do you calculate the wagering?
The most common way to express a wagering requirement is ”Nx bonus” or ”Nx (bonus + deposit)”. Suppose you deposit 500 SEK and receive a 500 SEK bonus with a 30x bonus requirement. You must wager 30 × 500 = 15,000 SEK before withdrawing winnings. With 30x on (bonus + deposit) it becomes 30 × 1,000 = 30,000 SEK.
At Swedish-licensed casinos there is an additional rule that bonus terms must be clear and fair, but you still need to read them — terms vary between operators.
Games contribute differently
Most casinos let slot games contribute 100 percent toward wagering. Table games such as blackjack and roulette typically contribute only 5–10 percent — or nothing at all. Live casino, jackpot games and progressive slots often have their own rules. Always read the bonus terms before playing anything other than slots with active bonus money.
- Slots: typically contribute 100%.
- Blackjack and table games: often 5–10%, sometimes 0%.
- Live casino: varies — check per site.
- Jackpot slots: often excluded entirely.
Common pitfalls
Three things trip most players up. First: max bet per spin. Many bonus terms cap each spin at 50 SEK. Breach it and your winnings can be voided. Then: a time limit. The bonus may expire after 7, 14 or 30 days and at that point both bonus and any winnings are gone. Finally: forbidden games. Certain slots from specific studios may be excluded entirely even when the rest count 100 percent.
Key takeaways
- 30x bonus is a common benchmark — terms vary.
- Slots usually contribute 100% while table games contribute little.
- Max bet per spin is a trap — stay under the cap.
- The time limit can wipe out the entire bonus if you miss it.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between ”bonus” and ”bonus + deposit”?
The first counts only the bonus amount, the second counts both the bonus and your deposit. The latter is always twice the wagering volume.
Are lower wagering requirements always better?
Usually yes, but also check the time limit, max bet and game contribution. A 10x bonus with a 24-hour deadline can be harder to clear than a 30x bonus with 30 days.
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