Education Corner
Bonus Terms Explained
New to online casino bonuses? A lot of Filipino players miss out on their winnings simply because they didn't fully understand the fine print. This guide breaks down the most common bonus jargon in plain English — so you always know what you're getting into before you claim anything.
💡 Always read the T&C before claiming any bonus — understanding the terms protects your money.
📈 Wagering Requirement / Rollover
This is the number of times you need to bet the bonus amount before you're allowed to withdraw any winnings earned from it. It's sometimes called a "rollover" in Philippine casino circles — same thing, different word. The requirement applies to bonus funds, not your own deposited money.
💵 Example: You claim a ₱1,000 bonus with a 15x wagering requirement. You need to place total bets of ₱15,000 before your bonus-derived winnings become withdrawable. A 20x requirement on the same bonus would mean ₱20,000 in bets.
⚠ Maximum Bet During Bonus
Most casinos set a cap on how much you can bet per round while bonus funds are active. This rule is designed to prevent players from betting large amounts to clear wagering requirements quickly. Exceeding this limit can result in bonus cancellation and even voiding of associated winnings.
💵 Example: 205 pub's maximum bet during active bonus is ₱300 per spin or hand. Placing a ₱2,000 single bet while bonus funds are in your account violates this rule.
🎮 Game Contribution Rate
Not all games contribute equally toward clearing your wagering requirement. Slots typically count 100% of every bet placed — so a ₱100 spin contributes ₱100 toward your rollover. Table games like baccarat, roulette, or blackjack often only count 10–20%, meaning they're far less efficient for clearing bonuses.
💵 Example: ₱500 in JILI Fortune Gems = ₱500 wagering progress. ₱500 in live baccarat at 10% contribution = only ₱50 wagering progress.
📅 Bonus Expiry
Bonuses don't last forever — they come with a validity window, typically 7, 14, or 30 days from the date they're credited. If you don't meet the wagering requirement within this period, the bonus and any associated winnings are automatically forfeited. Always check the expiry date when claiming any offer.
💵 Example: A 205 pub welcome bonus credited on January 1 with a 14-day expiry must be fully wagered by January 14 or it's removed from your account.
🔒 Sticky vs. Non-Sticky Bonus
A non-sticky (withdrawable) bonus gets separated from your deposit — you can withdraw your deposit at any time, and the bonus remains active to wager. A sticky bonus is permanently locked in your account; you can never withdraw the bonus amount itself, only any net winnings generated from it. Sticky bonuses often have more generous amounts but stricter rules.
💵 Example: A ₱2,000 sticky bonus that generates ₱5,000 in winnings — you can withdraw ₱5,000, but not the original ₱2,000 bonus.
💰 Maximum Cash-Out
Some bonuses set a ceiling on how much you can withdraw from winnings generated purely by bonus funds. This applies even if you've met the full wagering requirement. It's most common on free spin bonuses and no-deposit offers. Winnings from your own deposited funds are not affected by this limit.
💵 Example: A free spin bonus with a ₱3,000 max cash-out means even if your free spins generate ₱15,000 in winnings, only ₱3,000 is withdrawable from that bonus.
