What Is a Wager in Casino Bonus Terms?

A wagering requirement converts a bonus into a turnover target. The basic formula is bonus amount × wagering multiplier = required qualifying bets. A $100 bonus at 20x creates $2,000 in wagering, while terms that apply 20x to a $100 deposit plus a $100 bonus create $4,000 instead. This is betting volume, not a loss target, so wins and losses during play do not erase the remaining rollover until eligible wagers reach the stated amount.

Game Contribution Rates

Game contribution rates show how much each bet counts toward bonus clearance. Slots commonly contribute 100%, while roulette, blackjack, baccarat, video poker, and live dealer tables may count 0% to 50% or be excluded entirely under the bonus terms. The difference matters: $1,000 bet on 100% slots clears $1,000 of wagering, but the same turnover on a 10% blackjack contribution clears only $100.

Wagering value depends on the multiplier, the calculation base, eligible games, expiry period, and house edge. A common range is 20x to 50x, but the numbers change sharply when terms apply to deposit plus bonus instead of bonus only. For example, a $100 bonus at 40x needs $4,000 in turnover; if played on slots with a 4% house edge, the theoretical cost is $160 before variance. In Canada, check CAD limits, provincial eligibility, excluded payment methods, maximum bonus bets, and withdrawal caps before treating any offer as usable.