What does a 40x wagering requirement mean?

By Jack Carter Published 27 April 2026 Updated 7 October 2026

A 40x wagering requirement means you must stake the win amount forty times before withdrawal. A £20 win requires £800 in bets first. Pre-2026, 40x was a standard requirement. The UKGC 10x cap eliminated headline 40x figures, but game weighting can recreate the effect: 10x on a slot contributing 25% gives an effective 40x. See the game weighting calculator.

What Does 40x Wagering Mean?

40x wagering means you stake the win forty times before you can withdraw it. Win £10 and the casino wants £400 in bets first. UK casinos cannot set 40x on a headline offer since 19 January 2026, when the UKGC capped wagering at 10x. You still meet 40x in effect on a slot that contributes 25%: 10x divided by 25% is 40x.

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