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What a wagering requirement is
A wagering requirement, sometimes called playthrough or rollover, is the total amount you must stake before bonus funds, or winnings made with them, can be withdrawn. It is expressed as a multiple, for example 25x, applied to a base amount. The base is usually the bonus itself, but some offers apply the multiple to the bonus plus the deposit, which doubles the turnover needed. The terms always say which base applies.
Turnover means the sum of all your stakes, not your net loss. If you stake 10 CZK, win 20 CZK and stake those 20 CZK again, you have turned over 30 CZK. This is why the requirement can be met even with a small balance, and also why it takes longer than many players expect.
Percentage bonuses and their cap
Deposit bonuses are usually expressed as a percentage of the deposit with an upper limit. A bonus of 100 % of the first deposit means you receive the same amount again as bonus money, but only up to the cap. Deposit 1,000 CZK and the bonus would be 1,000 CZK. If the cap is 25,000 CZK, only a player who deposits 25,000 CZK reaches it. The headline figure therefore shows the maximum, not what a typical player receives. And because the turnover grows with the bonus, a larger bonus also means a longer path to a withdrawal.
A worked example
According to earlier information, the Tipsport Vegas deposit bonus is wagered 25x on slots only and free spins are valid for 3 days. These details were not verified on 7 October 2026, so treat them as an illustration and check the current bonus terms at tipsport.cz.
| Step | Calculation | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Bonus amount (example) | Bonus credited to the account | 1,000 CZK |
| Wagering multiple (example) | 25x the bonus | 25,000 CZK of turnover |
| Spins needed at 10 CZK per spin | Turnover divided by stake | Two and a half thousand spins |
| Expected cost at an example RTP of 96 % | 4 % of the turnover | 1,000 CZK |
The last row is the important one. With these example figures, the expected loss from completing the turnover is roughly the size of the bonus itself. Real results vary a lot in both directions because of chance, but the example shows why a higher multiple makes a bonus worth less in practice. More on RTP and how slot outcomes are decided is in Slot myths and how random number generators work.
Other terms that change the value
- Game weighting. Some games count fully towards wagering, others partly or not at all. If only slots count, time spent at a roulette or blackjack table does not reduce the requirement.
- Expiry. Bonus funds and free spins usually have a deadline. Missing it typically means losing the bonus and any winnings made with it.
- Free spin winnings. Winnings from free spins are often credited as bonus money with their own conditions.
- Stake limits. Some terms cap the stake allowed while a bonus is active.
- Early withdrawal. Asking for a payout before the requirement is met may cancel the bonus.
How Tipsport Vegas offers differ by campaign
On 7 October 2026 the bonus page at tipsport.cz/vegas/bonusy listed two items: 500 free spins for completing registration and an entry Vegas bonus of 100 % of the first deposit up to 25,000 CZK. On the same day the campaign page akce.tipsport.cz/vegas listed 1,000 CZK for registration and an entry bonus of up to 25,000 CZK depending on the size of the first deposit. The offers differ by campaign, and the specific offer is shown to the player after logging in.
Time-limited promotions appear as well, for example free spins for activity in live casino games or tournaments, but they are temporary and come with their own rules. Always check the current terms at tipsport.cz; a general overview of the brand is on the home page.
Questions to ask before accepting a bonus
- What is the multiple and what base amount does it apply to?
- Which games count, and are they games you actually want to play?
- How long do you have to complete the requirement and to use the free spins?
- How are free spin winnings treated?
- Does the turnover fit into your budget without depositing more than planned?
If the answer to the last question is no, declining the bonus is a perfectly reasonable choice. Budget planning is covered in How to set a gambling budget.