How to Deposit Crypto at a Casino: The Complete Step-by-Step Guide

Depositing cryptocurrency at an online casino should be straightforward. In practice, the process trips up more newcomers than you’d expect — wrong networks, missed memos, unconfirmed transactions sitting in limbo. One wrong character in a wallet address and your funds are gone permanently.

This guide walks you through depositing the five most commonly accepted cryptocurrencies at crypto casinos — Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Tether (USDT), Solana (SOL), and Litecoin (LTC) — with specific guidance for each. We’ll cover the full flow from funding your personal wallet to seeing your balance appear on-site, and flag every common mistake along the way.

Before You Start: Essential Setup

You Need a Personal Crypto Wallet

If your crypto is sitting on an exchange like Coinbase, Binance, or Kraken, you can deposit directly from there to a casino — but there are reasons to use an intermediary personal wallet:

• Privacy — Exchanges track your transactions. Some have flagged and frozen accounts for gambling-related transfers.
• Control — A personal wallet means no third party can block your withdrawal.
• Speed — You can set custom transaction fees for faster confirmation.

Recommended wallets by cryptocurrency:

Crypto	Best Desktop Wallet	Best Mobile Wallet	Best Hardware Wallet
BTC	Electrum, Sparrow	BlueWallet, Muun	Ledger, Trezor
ETH	MetaMask, Rabby	MetaMask Mobile, Rainbow	Ledger, Trezor
USDT	MetaMask (ERC-20), Phantom (SPL)	Trust Wallet	Ledger
SOL	Phantom, Backpack	Phantom Mobile	Ledger
LTC	Electrum-LTC	Litewallet	Ledger, Trezor

Understand Network Fees and Confirmation Times

Every crypto transaction incurs a network fee (also called a gas fee or miner fee). These vary dramatically by cryptocurrency and network congestion:

Crypto	Typical Fee	Typical Confirmation Time	Confirmations Required (Most Casinos)
BTC	$0.50 – $5.00	10–60 minutes	1–3 confirmations
ETH	$0.50 – $15.00	15 seconds – 5 minutes	12–20 confirmations
USDT (TRC-20)	$0.50 – $1.00	~3 minutes	20 confirmations
USDT (ERC-20)	$2.00 – $20.00	15 seconds – 5 minutes	12–20 confirmations
SOL	< $0.01	~400 milliseconds	1 confirmation
LTC	$0.01 – $0.05	2.5 minutes	3–6 confirmations

Key takeaway: If you’re depositing smaller amounts and fees matter, SOL, LTC, or USDT on TRC-20 are the most cost-effective. BTC and ETH mainnet fees can eat into a small deposit significantly.

Check Casino Minimums

Most crypto casinos enforce a minimum deposit amount. Sending less than the minimum typically means your funds are lost — the casino won’t credit them and may not return them. Common minimums:

• BTC: 0.0001 – 0.001 BTC (~$6 – $60)
• ETH: 0.001 – 0.01 ETH (~$3 – $30)
• USDT: $5 – $20
• SOL: 0.01 – 0.1 SOL (~$1 – $15)
• LTC: 0.01 – 0.1 LTC (~$1 – $10)

Always check the specific casino’s deposit page for their current minimums before sending.

The Universal Deposit Process

While each cryptocurrency has its quirks, the fundamental process is the same across all of them:

1. Log in to your casino account (or create one if needed)
2. Navigate to the Cashier/Wallet/Deposit section — usually a button in the header or sidebar
3. Select the cryptocurrency you want to deposit
4. Select the network (critical for USDT and ETH — more on this below)
5. Copy the deposit address provided by the casino
6. Open your personal wallet and initiate a send/withdrawal
7. Paste the casino’s deposit address — double-check it character by character
8. Set the amount and confirm the transaction
9. Wait for confirmations — check the casino’s deposit history for status updates

Now let’s get into the specifics for each cryptocurrency.

Depositing Bitcoin (BTC)

Bitcoin is the most universally accepted cryptocurrency at online casinos. Virtually every crypto casino supports it.

Step-by-Step BTC Deposit

1. Get your casino BTC deposit address

Navigate to the casino’s deposit section and select Bitcoin. You’ll see a long string starting with 1, 3, or bc1 — this is your unique deposit address. Most casinos also display a QR code.

Address formats matter: Addresses starting with bc1 are SegWit (bech32) — they have lower fees. Addresses starting with 3 are P2SH (wrapped SegWit). Addresses starting with 1 are legacy — highest fees. Most modern casinos provide SegWit addresses.

2. Copy the address (don’t type it manually)

Always copy-paste. Bitcoin addresses are 26–62 characters of alphanumeric text. One wrong character sends your funds to a non-existent address (gone forever) or someone else’s wallet.

3. Open your Bitcoin wallet and create a new transaction

Paste the casino’s address into the “Send to” or “Recipient” field. Enter the amount in BTC (or its fiat equivalent if your wallet supports it).

4. Set your transaction fee

Most wallets let you choose between slow, medium, and fast fee tiers. For casino deposits:

• Fast (next block): ~10 minutes. Worth it for amounts over $100.
• Medium (3–6 blocks): ~30–60 minutes. Good balance of speed and cost.
• Low priority: Could take hours during congestion. Avoid for gambling deposits.

5. Confirm and wait

After broadcasting, your transaction enters the Bitcoin mempool. Most casinos require 1 to 3 confirmations before crediting your account. Each confirmation takes roughly 10 minutes on average, so expect 10–30 minutes for your deposit to appear.

BTC-Specific Tips

• Lightning Network: Some casinos (notably Stake) support Bitcoin Lightning deposits for near-instant, sub-cent-fee transactions. If available, this is the best way to deposit BTC. You’ll need a Lightning-compatible wallet (Muun, Phoenix, or BlueWallet).
• Replace-by-fee (RBF): If your transaction is stuck (unconfirmed for hours), some wallets support RBF — bumping the fee to get it confirmed faster.
• Don’t send from a custodial wallet that batches transactions. Some exchanges batch multiple withdrawals into one transaction, which can delay your deposit.

Depositing Ethereum (ETH)

Ethereum is the second most widely accepted cryptocurrency at crypto casinos.

Step-by-Step ETH Deposit

1. Get your casino ETH deposit address

Select Ethereum in the casino’s deposit section. You’ll receive an address starting with 0x — a standard Ethereum address (42 characters including the 0x prefix).

2. Confirm you’re on the correct network

This is where ETH deposits go wrong most often. Ethereum has multiple networks:

• Ethereum Mainnet — The primary network. This is what most casinos accept.
• Arbitrum — Layer 2. Some casinos accept it; many don’t.
• Optimism — Layer 2. Same situation.
• Base — Coinbase’s Layer 2. Rarely accepted at casinos yet.
• Polygon — Sometimes accepted, but technically a different token (MATIC for gas).

If the casino says “Ethereum (ERC-20)” or just “ETH,” they mean Ethereum Mainnet. Sending from a Layer 2 network to a mainnet address will result in lost funds unless the casino specifically supports that L2.

3. Send from your wallet

Open MetaMask (or your ETH wallet), ensure you’re on Ethereum Mainnet, paste the deposit address, enter the amount, and set gas.

4. Gas fee considerations

Ethereum gas fees fluctuate dramatically — from under $1 during quiet periods to $50+ during NFT mints or market volatility. Check etherscan.io/gastracker before sending. If fees are high, consider waiting or using a different cryptocurrency.

5. Confirmation time

Ethereum produces a block roughly every 12 seconds. Most casinos require 12 to 20 confirmations, meaning your deposit should credit within 3–5 minutes under normal conditions.

ETH-Specific Tips

• Don’t send all your ETH. Keep a small amount (0.005–0.01 ETH) in your wallet to cover gas fees for future transactions.
• EIP-1559 tip: If you’re using a wallet that supports EIP-1559 fee settings, set a reasonable “max priority fee” — you don’t need to overpay during normal conditions.
• Check for L2 support. If the casino accepts deposits via Arbitrum or Optimism, you can save significantly on fees. Always confirm L2 support on their deposit page before sending.

Depositing Tether (USDT)

USDT is a stablecoin pegged to the US dollar, making it the preferred deposit method for players who want to avoid crypto price volatility.

The Critical Network Choice

USDT exists on multiple blockchains, and this is the single biggest source of deposit errors. The main networks:

Network	Address Format	Fee	Speed	Casino Support
TRC-20 (Tron)	Starts with T	~$0.50–1.00	~3 minutes	Very common
ERC-20 (Ethereum)	Starts with 0x	$2–20+	3–5 minutes	Common
SPL (Solana)	Base58 string	< $0.01	Seconds	Growing
BEP-20 (BSC)	Starts with 0x	~$0.10	~15 seconds	Some casinos

⚠️ CRITICAL: The network you send from MUST match the network the casino expects. Sending TRC-20 USDT to an ERC-20 address (or vice versa) will result in permanent loss of funds. The casino cannot recover cross-network transfers.

Step-by-Step USDT Deposit

1. Select USDT and the correct network on the casino

The casino will explicitly ask which network you want to use. Select it. The deposit address displayed will be specific to that network.

2. Match the network in your wallet

If the casino shows a TRC-20 address (starting with T), you must send from a Tron-compatible wallet (TronLink, Trust Wallet on Tron network). If it shows an ERC-20 address (starting with 0x), send from MetaMask or similar on Ethereum mainnet.

3. Double-check the address format

• TRC-20 address starts with T (34 characters)
• ERC-20 address starts with 0x (42 characters)
• SPL address is a base58 string (32–44 characters)

If the format doesn’t match the selected network, stop. Something is wrong.

4. Send the transaction

Enter the amount in USDT, paste the address, confirm the network, and send.

5. Wait for confirmations

TRC-20 deposits typically credit within 3–5 minutes. ERC-20 may take slightly longer due to Ethereum confirmation requirements. SPL deposits are usually near-instant.

USDT-Specific Tips

• TRC-20 is the sweet spot for most players — low fees, fast confirmations, and widely supported. Use it unless you have a specific reason not to.
• Beware of minimum amounts. Some casinos set higher minimums for ERC-20 USDT to offset gas costs.
• You need native tokens for gas. To send TRC-20 USDT, you need a small amount of TRX in your wallet. For ERC-20, you need ETH. For SPL, you need SOL. Plan accordingly.

Depositing Solana (SOL)

Solana has become increasingly popular at crypto casinos thanks to its extremely low fees and near-instant transactions.

Step-by-Step SOL Deposit

1. Get your casino SOL deposit address

Select Solana in the deposit section. You’ll receive a base58-encoded address (32–44 characters, alphanumeric, no 0x prefix).

2. Open your Solana wallet

Phantom is the most popular Solana wallet. Open it, click “Send,” paste the casino’s deposit address, and enter the amount.

3. Confirm and send

Solana transactions finalize in under a second with fees typically below $0.01. Your deposit should appear in the casino almost immediately — most casinos credit SOL deposits within 1–2 minutes.

SOL-Specific Tips

• Rent exemption: Solana accounts require a small minimum balance (~0.00089 SOL) to remain active. Don’t send your entire SOL balance — keep at least 0.01 SOL for rent and future fees.
• SPL tokens on Solana: If you’re depositing USDT or USDC on Solana, ensure the casino accepts the SPL version. The deposit address may differ from the native SOL address.
• Network outages: Solana has historically experienced occasional network congestion or outages. If your transaction doesn’t confirm, check status.solana.com before panicking.

Depositing Litecoin (LTC)

Litecoin is a veteran cryptocurrency often described as “silver to Bitcoin’s gold.” It’s widely accepted at crypto casinos and offers a good balance of speed, low fees, and simplicity.

Step-by-Step LTC Deposit

1. Get your casino LTC deposit address

Select Litecoin in the casino’s deposit section. You’ll see an address starting with L, M, or ltc1:

• L — Legacy address
• M — P2SH (Script Hash) address
• ltc1 — SegWit (bech32) address (lowest fees)

2. Send from your Litecoin wallet

Open Electrum-LTC or your preferred LTC wallet. Paste the address, enter the amount, and set the fee.

3. Confirmation time

Litecoin blocks are produced roughly every 2.5 minutes (4x faster than Bitcoin). Most casinos require 3 to 6 confirmations, so expect your deposit within 8–15 minutes.

LTC-Specific Tips

• Fees are negligible. Even at the highest priority, LTC transaction fees rarely exceed $0.05. Don’t overthink fee settings.
• MWEB (MimbleWimble Extension Blocks): Some LTC wallets support MWEB for enhanced privacy. However, most casinos do not accept MWEB transactions — use standard transparent transactions.
• Reliable fallback: When Bitcoin fees are high or Ethereum gas is expensive, LTC is an excellent low-fee alternative that’s supported almost everywhere.

Common Deposit Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)

Mistake 1: Sending on the Wrong Network

The problem: Sending ERC-20 tokens to a TRC-20 address, or depositing via a Layer 2 network when the casino only accepts mainnet.

The fix: Triple-check that the network selected in your wallet matches the network shown on the casino’s deposit page. If addresses start with different characters than expected, stop and verify.

Recovery: Usually impossible. Some casinos will attempt cross-chain recovery for large amounts, but it’s not guaranteed and may take weeks with a hefty fee.

Mistake 2: Forgetting the Memo/Tag

The problem: Some cryptocurrencies (XRP, XLM, BNB on certain exchanges) require a memo or destination tag in addition to the address. Omitting it means the casino receives the funds but can’t identify which account to credit.

The fix: Always check if the casino’s deposit page shows a memo, tag, or additional reference alongside the address. If it does, include it.

Recovery: Usually possible but slow. Contact support with your transaction ID and they’ll manually credit your account (may take 24–72 hours).

Mistake 3: Sending Below the Minimum Deposit

The problem: You send $5 in BTC but the casino’s minimum deposit is $10. The funds arrive but aren’t credited.

The fix: Check the minimum deposit amount before sending. It’s displayed on the deposit page.

Recovery: Some casinos will credit sub-minimum deposits if you contact support. Others won’t. Don’t risk it.

Mistake 4: Copying the Wrong Address

The problem: Clipboard malware (yes, it exists) replaces copied crypto addresses with an attacker’s address. Or you accidentally paste an old address from a different casino.

The fix:

• Always verify the first 6 and last 6 characters of the pasted address against the source.
• Use QR codes when possible (harder to tamper with).
• Use a reputable device with up-to-date security software.
• Some wallets support address whitelisting — set it up for casinos you deposit to regularly.

Mistake 5: Panicking About Pending Transactions

The problem: You sent BTC 15 minutes ago and it’s not showing in the casino. You send it again, resulting in a double deposit.

The fix: Bitcoin transactions can take 10–60+ minutes depending on fee and network congestion. Check the transaction status on a block explorer:

• BTC: mempool.space
• ETH: etherscan.io
• SOL: solscan.io
• LTC: litecoinspace.org
• TRON: tronscan.org

If the transaction shows confirmed on the block explorer but isn’t credited at the casino, contact support with the transaction ID (TXID).

Mistake 6: Using Exchange Withdrawal Instead of Wallet Send

The problem: Some exchanges add significant withdrawal fees on top of network fees — Coinbase might charge $5 for a BTC withdrawal that only costs $0.50 in network fees. Exchanges may also batch withdrawals, adding hours of delay.

The fix: Transfer from exchange to personal wallet first (accept the exchange fee once), then deposit from wallet to casino. This also protects your exchange account from being flagged for gambling transactions.

Tracking Your Deposit

After sending, you should be able to:

1. Check your wallet — The transaction will show as “pending” or “sent” with a transaction hash (TXID).
2. View on block explorer — Paste your TXID into the relevant block explorer to see confirmation progress.
3. Check the casino’s deposit history — Most casinos show pending deposits with a confirmation counter (e.g., “2/3 confirmations”).

If your deposit doesn’t appear within the expected timeframe, gather your TXID and contact the casino’s live chat support. Having the TXID ready speeds up resolution dramatically.

Which Crypto Should You Use for Casino Deposits?

The “best” cryptocurrency for deposits depends on your priorities:

Priority	Best Choice	Why
Lowest fees	SOL	Sub-cent fees, instant
Fastest confirmation	SOL	~400ms finality
Stability (no price risk)	USDT	Pegged to USD
Widest casino support	BTC	Accepted everywhere
Best fee/speed balance	LTC	Cheap and fast, widely supported
EVM ecosystem user	ETH	If you already hold ETH and fees are low

For most players, USDT on TRC-20 or SOL offers the best combination of low fees, fast deposits, and growing casino support. Use BTC or LTC as reliable fallbacks.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a crypto casino deposit take?

It depends on the cryptocurrency. Solana deposits credit in under a minute. Litecoin takes 8–15 minutes. Bitcoin can take 10–60 minutes. Ethereum usually credits within 3–5 minutes. USDT on TRC-20 takes about 3–5 minutes.

What happens if I send crypto to the wrong address?

If you send to a valid address that isn’t yours, the funds are permanently lost — crypto transactions are irreversible. If you send on the wrong network (e.g., ERC-20 to a TRC-20 address), recovery may be possible but is not guaranteed. Always double-check the address and network before confirming.

Do crypto casinos charge deposit fees?

Most crypto casinos do not charge deposit fees — you only pay the blockchain network fee from your wallet. However, some casinos charge a small fee for certain networks or very small deposits. Check the casino’s fee schedule on their deposit page.

Can I deposit from Coinbase or Binance directly to a casino?

Technically yes, but it’s not recommended. Exchanges monitor transactions and may freeze your account for gambling-related activity. Transfer to a personal wallet first, then deposit from there to the casino.

What is the minimum deposit at a crypto casino?

Minimums vary by casino and cryptocurrency. Typical ranges: BTC 0.0001–0.001, ETH 0.001–0.01, USDT $5–$20, SOL 0.01–0.1, LTC 0.01–0.1. Always check the specific casino’s deposit page for current limits.

Is it safe to deposit crypto at an online casino?

The blockchain transfer itself is secure. The risk lies in the casino’s trustworthiness — will they credit your deposit, let you play fairly, and process withdrawals? Stick to established, reviewed casinos with provably fair games and a track record of reliable payouts.

What’s Next?

Now that your crypto is deposited, you’ll want to make the most of it. Read our guide on crypto casino bonuses explained to understand welcome offers, wagering requirements, and how to spot the good deals. And if you want to understand how the games themselves are verified for fairness, check out our provably fair guide.

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