Learning how to deposit at Fair Go Casino takes about two minutes once you know where the cashier is and which method suits you. Fair Go lists fourteen deposit options at the time of writing, all of them free and instant, with minimums ranging from $5 for Lightning Bitcoin up to $25 for most other crypto and CashtoCode.
This guide walks through the process from login to confirmed balance, compares every method in a table, explains what to do if a card payment is rejected, and covers the two methods Aussies ask about most that Fair Go does not offer: PayID and POLi.
Quick facts
- Deposit methods
- 14 at the time of writing
- Lowest minimum
- $5 (Lightning Bitcoin)
- Card minimum
- $20 (Visa, Mastercard)
- Fees
- None on deposits
- Speed
- Instant
- Currency
- AUD
- PayID / POLi
- Not listed; use JET Bank Transfer
Before you deposit: three things to sort first
A deposit is the moment a bonus code is applied, so a little preparation saves a lot of chat time later.
- Decide whether you want a bonus. The welcome offer is code WELCOME, a 100% match up to $200 that you can redeem five times for up to $1,000 in bonus funds. It needs a $20 minimum deposit and carries 30x wagering on deposit plus bonus. If you would rather play bonus-free, skip the code: deposits of $10 or more made without a code are what qualify for the 25% instant cashback if they bust.
- Check you only have one bonus active. Fair Go's terms allow one bonus at a time. If an old bonus is still sitting on the account, the new code will not apply until it is cleared or forfeited.
- Have your payment method ready. For cards that means the card itself and any bank app you use for approvals. For crypto that means a funded wallet. For Neosurf it means a voucher PIN, which our Neosurf guide explains how to get.
Step-by-step: making a deposit at Fair Go
The cashier works the same way on desktop and in the mobile browser. There is no app to install.
- Log in to your account. If you are brand new, the sign-up page covers registration.
- Open the cashier. It is the deposit or banking button in the lobby.
- Choose your method from the list. Each one shows its minimum.
- Enter the amount in AUD. Keep it at or above the method minimum and, if you are using a code, at or above the bonus minimum. For WELCOME that is $20, for BUSHMAGIC it is $60, for CASTLE it is $40.
- Enter the coupon code in the code field if you want a bonus. Do this before confirming payment.
- Confirm. Cards and wallets may ask you to approve the payment in your banking app. Crypto will show a wallet address or QR code to send to.
- Return to the lobby. The balance updates as soon as the payment clears, which for every listed method is instant.
If the bonus did not attach, do not deposit again. Open the 24/7 live chat and ask support to apply the code to the deposit you just made. Our bonus code guide goes deeper on this.
Fair Go deposit methods compared
All figures are the minimums published on the Fair Go banking page at the time of writing. There are no deposit fees on any method and every one is instant.
| Method | Minimum | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Visa | $20 | Fast, familiar, works with the welcome code |
| Mastercard | $20 | Same as Visa |
| Apple Pay | $20 | iPhone players who want Face ID approval |
| Google Pay | $20 | Android players, one-tap checkout |
| Neosurf | $10 | Prepaid privacy; pairs with code 100-NEOS |
| CashtoCode | $25 | Cash-based prepaid barcode |
| eZeeWallet | $10 | E-wallet that also works for withdrawals |
| JET Bank Transfer | $20 | Paying from a bank account |
| Tether USDT | $25 | Stablecoin, avoids crypto price swings |
| Bitcoin | $25 | Also the free withdrawal method |
| Ethereum | $25 | ETH holders |
| Lightning Bitcoin | $5 | Lowest minimum on the site |
| Bitcoin Cash | $10 | Low-fee crypto option |
| Litecoin | $10 | Low-fee crypto option |
For a deeper look at individual options see our pages on Visa and Mastercard, Apple Pay and Google Pay and JET Bank Transfer.
Choosing the right method for you
There is no single best option. It depends on what you value.
- You want the welcome bonus with no fuss: Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay or Google Pay at $20 or more. Add code WELCOME.
- You want to withdraw the same way you deposit: Bitcoin or eZeeWallet. Both are free withdrawal methods, and deposits by the same route keep things tidy for verification.
- You do not want the casino to see your card: Neosurf ($10) or CashtoCode ($25). Neither exposes bank details.
- You want to pay from your bank: JET Bank Transfer at $20. This is the bank route; PayID and POLi are not available.
- You want to test the site for the least money: Lightning Bitcoin at $5. Note that $5 is below the $20 welcome bonus minimum, so it will not trigger WELCOME.
Why PayID and POLi are missing, and what to use instead
PayID and POLi are the two bank-linked methods Australians search for most, and neither is listed on the Fair Go banking page at the time of writing. We will not pretend otherwise. If you want to pay directly from a bank account, the option Fair Go does list is JET Bank Transfer with a $20 minimum. It is free and shows as instant like every other method.
If a bank route is a deal-breaker for you, the practical alternatives are Apple Pay or Google Pay (which draw on a card you have already added to your phone) or eZeeWallet, which you top up from your own bank and then use at the cashier. Our PayID page explains the situation in full so you are not misled by sites that claim otherwise.
Troubleshooting a declined or missing deposit
Most deposit problems fall into a handful of categories.
- Card declined by your bank. Some Australian banks block gambling merchant codes. Check your banking app for a notification, try the other card scheme, or switch to Apple Pay, Google Pay, eZeeWallet or a prepaid voucher.
- Amount below the minimum. The cashier will reject $15 on a $20 method. Re-enter at or above the minimum.
- Crypto sent on the wrong network. Sending USDT on the wrong chain, or Bitcoin to a Lightning invoice, can lose the funds. Match the network shown in the cashier exactly. See the crypto deposit guide.
- Payment taken but balance unchanged. Wait a couple of minutes, refresh, then contact live chat with the transaction reference. Support is available 24/7.
- Bonus not applied. Do not re-deposit. Ask support to attach the code to the deposit.
Deposits and withdrawals are not symmetrical
One thing that surprises new players: you cannot withdraw to a card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Neosurf or CashtoCode. Fair Go pays out by Bitcoin (free), eZeeWallet (free) or wire transfer ($50 fee), with a $100 minimum and $2,500 maximum per transfer, processed within two business days after your account is verified. If you plan to withdraw by Bitcoin or eZeeWallet, it is worth setting that up before you start playing. The withdrawal guide has the full picture.
Responsible gambling
Deposits are instant, which is convenient and also exactly how a bad night gets worse. Decide your deposit amount before you open the cashier and do not top up to chase a loss. Fair Go support can set a deposit limit on your account if you ask. If you are worried about your gambling, Gambling Help Online is free and open 24/7 on 1800 858 858.
Frequently asked questions
It depends on the method. Lightning Bitcoin is the lowest at $5, Neosurf, eZeeWallet, Bitcoin Cash and Litecoin are $10, cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay and JET Bank Transfer are $20, and CashtoCode, Bitcoin, Ethereum and Tether are $25. The welcome bonus needs at least $20 per deposit regardless of method.
No. Every deposit method listed on the Fair Go banking page at the time of writing is free and instant. Your bank or crypto network may charge its own transaction or exchange fees, but Fair Go does not add anything on top.
Not at the time of writing. Neither PayID nor POLi appears in Fair Go's deposit list. The bank-based option is JET Bank Transfer with a $20 minimum. Apple Pay, Google Pay and eZeeWallet are the other low-friction alternatives for Australians who do not want to type card numbers.
Before. Enter the coupon code in the cashier during the deposit so it attaches to that payment. If you forget, do not deposit again; contact the 24/7 live chat and ask them to apply the code to the deposit you just made.
No. There is no native Fair Go app. Deposits are made through the cashier in your desktop or mobile browser on iOS and Android, and the process is identical to the desktop version. Apple Pay and Google Pay work in the mobile browser.
Bitcoin or eZeeWallet. They are the two free withdrawal methods at Fair Go, so depositing by the same route keeps your account history simple when verification comes around. Card and voucher deposits are fine, but your withdrawals will still have to go out by Bitcoin, eZeeWallet or a $50-fee wire.