How big is the Stake welcome bonus?

New players can claim up to $1,000 on the first deposit. The exact amount scales with the size of the deposit.

Is Stake trustworthy?

Stake has operated since 2017 under a Curaçao licence and holds a 3.9 out of 5 TrustScore from 17,567 Trustpilot reviews. That said, 21% of those reviews are one star and Trustpilot flags that the company has drawn regulatory attention — read the terms carefully before depositing.

Can I deposit with a bank card?

Yes, Visa and Mastercard are supported in many regions, though the balance itself is held in cryptocurrency. Available payment methods depend on the country your account is registered in.

How long do withdrawals take?

Crypto withdrawals are usually fast and depend on network confirmation. Larger amounts may trigger identity verification, which adds time.

Is Stake available in my country?

Not everywhere. The United States, France, the Netherlands, Australia and several other countries are restricted, and the United Kingdom is served by a separately licensed site. Check availability before registering.

Can the bonus be withdrawn straight away?

No. A wagering requirement has to be met first. The multiplier and deadline are set out in the platform's promotion terms.

Does Stake require personal information?

Yes. The signup form is short — email, username, password and date of birth — but Level 1 verification is mandatory and asks for your full name, date of birth and residential address.

What documents does Stake ask for?

It depends on the level: photo ID such as a passport, national ID or driving licence (Level 2), proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement (Level 3), and source-of-funds documents (Level 4). The platform can request verification at any time.

Stake review — bonus, payments and user ratings

Updated: August 9, 2026

Stake launched in 2017 and has grown into one of the largest crypto-first casinos and sportsbooks online. Its defining feature is the payment model: balances are held in cryptocurrency, with card deposits converted on the way in. The platform carries over 2,000 games, a live casino, its own Stake Originals titles and a full sportsbook.

Honest review: the key facts about Stake

Stake's strengths are payout speed and the breadth of its game library. Its weak points show up clearly in user feedback — pending deposits and country restrictions. Both sides are laid out below.

Launched2017, licensed in Curaçao

Payment methodsVisa and Mastercard, plus Bitcoin, Ethereum, USDT, Litecoin, Dogecoin, XRP and other coins

Welcome bonusUp to $1,000 on the first deposit

Games2,000+ slots, live casino, Stake Originals and sports

What Trustpilot reviewers say — the numbers

To check user sentiment against an independent source, we looked at the Trustpilot profile. As of August 9, 2026:

Metric	Value
TrustScore	3.9 / 5 — "Great"
Total reviews	17,567
Last 12 months	5,857 reviews
5-star	66%
4-star	6%
3-star	4%
2-star	3%
1-star	21%
Replies to negative reviews	99% — usually within 48 hours

The shape of that distribution matters more than the average. Two thirds of reviewers give top marks, but roughly one in five leaves a single star. This split pattern is common for crypto casinos and means the headline score on its own does not tell you much.

What reviewers praise

Withdrawal speed. Crypto payouts arriving almost immediately is the single most repeated compliment.
Live support. Reaching a real person in chat, and how quickly they respond.
Game selection. Especially the in-house Stake Originals titles.
VIP and rakeback. Monthly returns for players who stay active.

What reviewers complain about

Deposits not credited. Several reports describe funds sent but showing as pending, with the balance unchanged.
Results feeling worse after a win. Some players describe games turning against them after a large withdrawal — a subjective impression, but a recurring one.
Bonus terms hard to find. A few reviewers found the interface unclear when claiming offers.
Regulatory attention. Trustpilot itself flags on the profile that the company has drawn attention from regulators.

⚠️ Reviews are individual opinions and are not fact-checked. Treat them as a general signal, not as proof either way.

Welcome bonus — up to $1,000

New players can claim a welcome bonus of up to $1,000 on the first deposit. The steps are straightforward:

Open the Stake site using the button above
Register with an email address or a social account
Complete your profile details and confirm the account
Make the first deposit — the bonus lands on the bonus balance

The size of the bonus scales with the deposit. Before it can be withdrawn, a wagering requirement has to be cleared — the exact multiplier and deadline are set out in the platform's promotion terms and can change.

Payment methods and availability

Stake works primarily with cryptocurrency, with card payments available in many regions. Which options you actually see depends on the country your account is registered in.

Type	Options	Typical speed
Cards	Visa, Mastercard	Deposits are instant; withdrawals depend on the issuing bank
Cryptocurrency	Bitcoin, Ethereum, USDT (TRC20/ERC20), Litecoin, Dogecoin, XRP, BNB and others	Minutes — tied to network confirmation
Verification	ID documents may be requested	Usually required before larger withdrawals
Currency	Balances are held in crypto; fiat amounts are shown as a conversion	—

⚠️ Stake is not available everywhere. Several countries — including the United States, the United Kingdom (which is served by a separately licensed site), France, the Netherlands and Australia — are restricted or served under different licences. Check that the platform accepts players from your country before depositing.

Verification (KYC) — is personal data required?

Yes, it is. Stake is often described as a place where you can play without paperwork, and that is only half true. The signup form itself is short — email, username, password and date of birth. The personal details come later, in account settings, and the first level is mandatory.

Level	What is required	When
Level 1	Full name, date of birth, residential address	Mandatory — for every account
Level 2	Photo ID: passport, national ID card or driving licence	Depending on activity, or on request
Level 3	Proof of address: utility bill or bank statement issued within the last 6 months	Before larger withdrawals
Level 4	Source of funds: bank statements, payslips or a sales contract	On high-value activity

When documents are requested

Not only at withdrawal. Stake's terms of service reserve the right to request verification at any time. In practice, an account can be limited or frozen until the documents are supplied — most often when a large amount is being cashed out or when activity is flagged as unusual.

How to get verified faster

Match your documents exactly. If the name on the account differs from the one on your ID, the check is rejected.
Send clean images. Photos must be in colour, complete, uncropped and unedited.
Use a recent address document. Bills and statements are normally accepted only if issued within the last six months.
Verify early. Getting it done before a big win means a withdrawal is not held up unexpectedly.

ℹ️ Verification requirements vary by platform and by country. The details here come from public sources — check the current rules in Stake's own policies before depositing.

Who it suits — and who it doesn't

A good fit ifYou are comfortable holding crypto, want fast payouts and a very large game library.

Not a good fit ifYou want a regulated local operator, deposits in your own currency, or bank transfers as the main payment route.

⚠️ Bonus amounts and terms can be changed by the platform at any time — check the current rules on the official Stake site before depositing.

The short version

Welcome bonus — up to $1,000 on the first deposit
Trustpilot score — 3.9 / 5 from 17,567 reviews
Strengths — crypto payout speed and game selection
Weaknesses — 21% of reviews are one star; deposit issues come up repeatedly
Availability varies by country; balances are crypto-denominated
Level 1 verification is mandatory — name, date of birth and address
Mobile — see the Stake app guide