Online Betting in the UK

First things first, you need to choose a betting site and there are plenty of good options in the UK.

The easiest way to find these is by browsing our page dedicated to the best UK bookmakers. Tap on the 'Bet Now!' button for the bookie that appeals to you the most, and this will bring you to the registration.

Every betting site has a registration form that you must fill out, providing details such as your full name, date of birth, telephone number and more. As you can see in the image below, we picked Lottoland, and the registration is very straightforward.

The betting site will use the details provided during the registration to confirm your identity automatically.

However, in some cases, additional documentation will be needed and it's important to provide this as soon as possible.

Failing to verify your identity could result in suspension, or issues withdrawing winnings.

You will usually need to upload one copy of the front and back of either your:

• National ID or Passport.
• National Driving License.
• Proof of Address (a utility bill or bank statement).

Once the account and identity have been verified, you can make your first deposit and start betting. The minimum deposit amount is usually set at £10, but some betting sites accept deposits as low as £1. Popular payment methods include debit card, PayPal and Apple Pay, but keep in mind that you must use the same method for withdrawal.

It's possible to withdraw to another method, but you will first have to withdraw at least the deposit amount to the same method. This is due to money laundering regulations, and betting sites strictly follow these, as breaches result in heavy fines.