Fair Go casino Visa and Mastercard deposits are the default for most new players: enter the card, deposit $20 or more, and the money is in your balance instantly with no fee from the casino. Debit and credit cards both work.
Two things trip people up. First, some Australian banks block card payments to gambling merchants, and Fair Go cannot override that. Second, cards cannot receive withdrawals, so you need a plan for cashing out. This page deals with both.
Quick facts
- Visa minimum
- $20
- Mastercard minimum
- $20
- Fee
- None from Fair Go
- Speed
- Instant
- Security
- 128-bit SSL
- Withdrawals to card
- Not available
Card deposits at Fair Go at a glance
| Visa | Mastercard | |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $20 | $20 |
| Fee at Fair Go | Free | Free |
| Credited | Instantly | Instantly |
| Debit cards | Yes | Yes |
| Credit cards | Yes, if your issuer permits gambling | Yes, if your issuer permits gambling |
| Withdrawals | No | No |
There is no practical difference between the two networks at Fair Go. Use whichever card you have. If you prefer to tap rather than type, the same cards work through Apple Pay and Google Pay at the same $20 minimum.
How to deposit with a card
- Log in to Fair Go in your browser and open the cashier.
- Choose Deposit, then Visa or Mastercard.
- Enter an amount of $20 or more and a bonus code if you want one.
- Fill in the card number, expiry and CVV. The cardholder name must match your Fair Go account name.
- Approve any verification step your bank sends, such as a one-time code.
- The balance updates instantly.
Fair Go encrypts the transaction with 128-bit SSL. For a screenshot walkthrough see how to deposit at Fair Go.
Play at Fair GoWhy Australian banks sometimes block the payment
Online casino payments carry a merchant category that banks can identify. A number of Australian banks and credit unions decline these transactions as a matter of policy, particularly on credit cards, and some let customers switch on a gambling block themselves. Fair Go is an offshore casino with no Australian licence, and it has no say in your bank's rules.
Signs you have hit a block rather than a typo:
- The card details are correct but the payment is declined without a clear reason.
- The same card works fine at other online shops.
- Your bank sends a message about a blocked gambling transaction.
What to do if your card is declined
You have several options, all at a similar or lower minimum:
- JET Bank Transfer, $20 minimum. Pays from your bank account rather than the card network. See JET Bank Transfer.
- eZeeWallet, $10 minimum. An e-wallet you fund separately and then use at Fair Go, and it doubles as a free withdrawal method.
- Neosurf from $10 or CashtoCode from $25. Prepaid vouchers bought in store. The casino never touches your bank.
- Crypto from $5 on Lightning Bitcoin. Compare the coins on the crypto page.
Trying the card repeatedly rarely helps and can get the card flagged. Switch methods instead.
Withdrawals: not back to the card
Fair Go does not return winnings to Visa or Mastercard. The three withdrawal methods are Bitcoin (free), eZeeWallet (free) and wire transfer ($50 fee), each between $100 and $2,500 per request and subject to weekly caps. You will also need to complete identity verification, which may include a photo of the card you deposited with, before the first payout.
For card depositors the usual choice is eZeeWallet, because it is free and quick to set up, or the wire if you want the money in your bank and the $50 fee is acceptable on a larger amount. Everything is explained on the withdrawal page.
Bonuses with card deposits
A $20 card deposit unlocks the WELCOME package: 100% up to $200, redeemable five times for up to $1,000 in bonus money, with 30x wagering on deposit plus bonus. Larger card deposits work with CASTLE ($40 minimum) and BUSHMAGIC ($60 minimum) at the time of writing. A deposit without any code qualifies for 25% cashback if it busts, or 30% on weekends. Read the welcome bonus guide before your first deposit so you use the codes in the best order.
Claim the $1,000 Welcome BonusResponsible gambling
Credit cards and casinos are a poor mix because you can lose money you do not yet have. If you use a card, make it a debit card linked to an account with a set weekly budget. Fair Go is for players 18 and over. If you are worried about your gambling, Gambling Help Online is free, confidential and open 24/7 on 1800 858 858.
Frequently asked questions
The minimum is $20 for both. Fair Go does not charge a deposit fee and the funds are credited instantly. The $20 minimum matches the requirement for the WELCOME bonus, so a single card deposit can start the welcome package.
Most often because your bank blocks gambling transactions, especially on credit cards. Check the card details first, then try JET Bank Transfer, eZeeWallet, a Neosurf or CashtoCode voucher, or crypto. Repeated attempts on a blocked card can get it flagged by the bank.
No. Fair Go withdrawals go by Bitcoin or eZeeWallet, both free, or by wire transfer for a $50 fee. Each request is between $100 and $2,500. Verification, which may include a photo of your card with the middle digits covered, is required before the first withdrawal.
Fair Go uses 128-bit SSL encryption and has operated since 2017 under a Curaçao licence. If you prefer not to share card numbers, Apple Pay and Google Pay use tokenised cards, and Neosurf or CashtoCode vouchers avoid the card entirely.
Prepaid cards on the Visa or Mastercard network may work for deposits if the issuer allows online gambling merchants. Some do not. The name on the account must match your Fair Go registration for verification purposes, which can be a problem with anonymous gift cards.