888 bonus: what the 100% match and 100 free spins cost to clear
Promotions at 888 open with a 100% match up to €500 plus 100 free spins on your first deposit. The 30x wagering requirement applies to bonus funds, the maximum win from restricted funds sits at €500 for depositors, and you have 90 days to meet the terms before everything expires. Alongside the welcome package, the Drops & Wins promotion runs through March 2027 with $25 million in cash prizes and no wagering attached.
The welcome offer in plain numbers
Your first deposit receives a 100% match up to €500, delivered as bonus funds, plus 100 free spins. The bonus sits in restricted funds until you wager it thirty times using those restricted funds. Winnings from restricted funds—including the bonus and any free-spin proceeds—cannot exceed €500 if you have made a real-money deposit, or €100 if you have not.
| Term | Value |
|---|---|
| Match percentage | 100% |
| Maximum bonus | €500 |
| Free spins | 100 |
| Wagering requirement | 30x bonus amount |
| Maximum win from restricted funds (depositors) | €500 |
| Expiry | 90 days |
Free spins and FreePlay awards expire after 14 days. Any winnings from them land in your restricted-funds balance and follow the same wagering and cap rules.
The fine print that matters
Wagering uses restricted funds first. Your account splits into available funds (cash deposits) and restricted funds (bonus money, free-spin winnings, jackpot vouchers). Wagers draw from available funds until that balance hits zero, then switch to restricted funds. Only the restricted-funds portion counts toward the thirty-times requirement.
The €500 cap on restricted-funds winnings applies no matter how much you win while clearing the bonus. If you turn €100 of bonus money into €1,200 through wagering, only €500 converts to withdrawable cash. The rest is forfeited.
Requesting a withdrawal voids everything in restricted funds that has not yet cleared the wagering requirement. Reverse your withdrawal and you lose the bonus balance, any accumulated winnings from it, and any unused free spins.
Progressive jackpot wins are uncapped where they can be verified. From 25 July 2024, however, you cannot place a wager on or win any progressive jackpot prize using FreePlay or free spins. Jackpot prizes do not grow as a result of bets made with restricted funds.
Ongoing offers
The August 2026 promotion (code: AUG26) delivers a 20% match up to €100 on deposits of €20 or more. The bonus requires ten times wagering and can be redeemed twice. The offer ran from 12 to 15 August 2026.
Drops & Wins runs from 4 March 2026 to 3 March 2027 with a $25 million prize pool. Winnings are paid in cash with no wagering requirements attached. Eligibility and mechanics depend on the terms published for that promotion.
We host tournaments, weekly reloads and seasonal campaigns. What runs at any given time changes, so check the promotions page on the platform for current details.
VIP appreciation rewards
The invitation-only VIP Casino Club grants access to a weekly appreciation reward, faster withdrawals processed on the next working day, increased deposit limits, and up to 50% higher comp-point conversion rates depending on your tier. VIP Member, VIP Gold and VIP Platinum tiers each unlock further perks, including hospitality event invitations, birthday gifts and a personal account manager.
Wagering explained once, properly
Suppose you deposit €200 and receive a €200 bonus. The thirty-times wagering requirement means you must place €6,000 worth of bets using restricted funds (30 × €200) before any winnings convert to withdrawable cash. Not all games contribute equally toward that €6,000:
| Game type | Contribution |
|---|---|
| Video slots, scratch cards, keno, arcade, dice | 100% |
| Pai Gow, Caribbean Poker, Triple Card Poker | 20% |
| Blackjack, roulette, baccarat, live games, video poker | 10% |
| Craps | 5% |
A €100 bet on a video slot counts as €100 toward the requirement. The same bet on blackjack counts as €10. A €100 bet on craps counts as €5. To clear €6,000 of wagering on blackjack alone, you would need to place €60,000 in actual bets.
Low-risk wagering does not count. Betting equal amounts on red and black in roulette, or any other pattern designed to cover outcomes and minimise loss, voids the wagering progress and may void the bonus itself.
When a bonus is not worth taking
The €500 cap on restricted-funds winnings applies to everything you win while the bonus is active, not just the bonus amount itself. If you hit a €2,000 win on a slot while clearing the thirty-times requirement, you keep €500 and forfeit €1,500. That makes the bonus a poor fit for anyone planning to play high-volatility games where a single large win is likely.
Withdrawing before you clear the wagering requirement forfeits the entire bonus balance and any winnings tied to it. If you think you might need to cash out mid-session, decline the bonus at deposit and play with your own funds from the start.
Comp points do not accumulate on wagers made with restricted funds. If you play primarily to build points toward the VIP programme, the bonus delays that progress without adding value.
The operator reserves the right to enforce a wagering requirement on cash deposits—typically one times the deposited amount—if they suspect the account is being used to move money rather than play. That rule exists separately from any bonus terms and applies at their discretion.
Responsible play and money you can afford to lose
Deposit limits let you cap how much you can add per day, week or month. Reality checks suspend play at intervals you set and show your session duration. The account-history view covers the last 180 days of wins and losses. Time-outs run from one day to six weeks; self-exclusion from six months upward.
You can disable the ability to reverse a pending withdrawal. If you turn that setting back on, the change takes seven days to take effect.
Support for problem gambling in the UK is free and confidential. GamCare operates the National Gambling Helpline at 0808 8020 133, available around the clock. BeGambleAware and GamStop (national self-exclusion) provide further resources. Gamban and BetBlocker block access to gambling sites across devices.
This site is for players aged 18 and over (18+). If gambling stops feeling like entertainment, help is available at BeGambleAware.org.
Frequently asked questions
How do I claim the 888 welcome bonus?
Make your first deposit and the 100% match up to €500 plus 100 free spins is credited automatically. No promo code is required for the standard welcome offer.
What is the wagering requirement on the 888 bonus?
The bonus amount must be wagered thirty times using restricted funds. A €200 bonus requires €6,000 in qualifying bets before winnings convert to withdrawable cash.
Can I win more than €500 from the bonus?
No. Winnings from restricted funds are capped at €500 for players who have made a real-money deposit, regardless of how much you accumulate while clearing the wagering requirement.
What happens if I withdraw before clearing the wagering?
Requesting a withdrawal forfeits all restricted funds and any related winnings that have not yet been converted to available funds. The bonus and any progress toward the wagering requirement are lost.
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