Skrill at UK Online Casinos

Article written by:
Alisia Berrington
Casino Content Specialist and Technical Editor
Verified By:
Ian
Head of Minimum Deposit Casinos
July 30, 2026
3 Min Read

Skrill is one of the most widely used e-wallets at online casinos licensed by the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC). It lets you fund a digital wallet once — using a debit card, bank transfer, or another approved method — and use that balance to deposit at any casino that accepts Skrill, without repeatedly sharing your card or bank details with each site.

18+ only. Please gamble responsibly. Only ever play at online casinos holding a current UK Gambling Commission licence.

Skrill and the UK Credit Card Ban

ince 14 April 2020, the UK Gambling Commission has banned the use of credit cards to fund gambling in Great Britain. This rule doesn’t just apply directly at the casino cashier — it also applies to e-wallets. In practice, this means:

  • You cannot load your Skrill balance using a credit card if that money will be used to gamble.
  • You can fund Skrill using a debit card, bank transfer, or another permitted method, then use that balance to deposit at a licensed casino.
  • Licensed UK casinos are required to enforce this rule, so don’t be surprised if a credit-card top-up is declined even inside your Skrill wallet.

This restriction exists to reduce the risk of gambling with borrowed money. It’s a good idea to only ever gamble with funds you can afford to lose, regardless of the payment method.

Skrill and Paysafecard

Skrill and paysafecard are sister brands under the same parent company, Paysafe — Skrill acquired paysafecard back in 2013, and the two have operated under one group since 2015. Depending on your Skrill account settings, this can mean the ability to top up your wallet with a paysafecard PIN in addition to a debit card or bank transfer.

How to Open and Use a Skrill Account

  1. Go to the Skrill website and select “Register.”
  2. Enter your email address, choose a password, and select GBP as your currency.
  3. Provide your name, date of birth, address, and phone number.
  4. Verify your phone number via the code sent to you — you’ll then receive a six-digit PIN used to confirm transactions.
  5. Complete identity verification to unlock higher limits.

Funding your account Load your balance using a debit card, bank transfer, or paysafecard PIN. Remember: credit cards cannot be used if the funds are for gambling.

Depositing at the casino Register with a UKGC-licensed casino, select Skrill at the cashier, choose your amount, and confirm with your email address and PIN. Funds are available instantly.

Skrill also has a mobile app for iOS and Android, so you can manage deposits and withdrawals on the go.

Deposit & Withdrawal Speed

Deposits with Skrill are instant. Withdrawals from the casino to your Skrill wallet are typically processed within a few hours once the casino approves the request — the casino’s own processing time is usually the longer part of that wait, not Skrill’s. Moving funds from Skrill to your UK bank account takes longer, generally a few business days.

Skrill Fees

Opening a Skrill account and depositing are free. Withdrawing to a card carries a 7.5% fee; withdrawing via bank transfer or SWIFT carries a flat fee (currently around £5, though this is billed in euros so the exact GBP amount can vary slightly with exchange rates). Sending money to other Skrill users is free for VIP members and costs 1.45% for standard members. Some casinos may apply their own fees on top of Skrill’s — always check the cashier page.

Wagering Requirements and Bonus Terms

Where a casino offers a deposit bonus, it will usually carry a wagering requirement — a multiple of the bonus (and sometimes the deposit) that must be played through before winnings can be withdrawn. Always read the full terms and conditions before opting into a bonus, and check which games count towards the wagering requirement.

FAQ

Choosing the best payment method for your online casino experience can be a challenge, and it is important that you pick the option which works best for your lifestyle and preferences, as well as remaining secure and safe. Skrill is a choice that ticks all these boxes and is fast growing in popularity amongst casino fans
In the simplest terms, Skrill is an eWallet which acts as an intercessor between the customer and the site they wish to transfer money to. Customers start by setting up an account, using a name, email address, address, and preferred currency. Once the account is set up, customers can place funds into the eWallet, and these details can then be used on gambling sites, casinos, online stores and in numerous other areas. There are also prepaid MasterCards available for those customers who may find this useful, and these are the Skrill Prepaid MasterCard and the Skrill Virtual Card.
All you have to do to use Skrill is head to the Payment Methods page of the casino, select ‘Skrill’ and make your deposit! From 10 deposit casinos to the high-end stakes, this is a popular option.
Yes. Skrill is a widely accepted e-wallet at online casinos licensed by the UK Gambling Commission. Always check that the casino itself holds a current UKGC licence before depositing.
An account can be opened in any currency, but this cannot be changed once the first transaction has been made and processed. The prepaid cards can be accessed in GBP, EUR, PLN, and USD.
The time it takes to process payments depends largely on the casino and site you are playing and can vary between these. On average, it can take between 3 and 5 days for your payment to be fully processed and available.
Skrill does come with a few fees, depending on where you are sending money to:
  • Other Skrill accounts– free for VIP users, 1.45% fee for non-VIP’s
  • Bank account– £5.50 fee
  • Swift– £5.50 fee
  • Credit or debit card– 7.5% fee
  • Neteller– 1% fee
Skrill has developed a strong and respected reputation for excellence within the industry and offers a safe, secure way for customers to transfer money, make deposits, and withdraw winnings, without the risk of compromising their financial security
Yes — both are part of Paysafe Group, and have been since Skrill acquired paysafecard in 2013.