Issue 10 · October 2026Cyprus online casinos · Player guide≈ 9 min read
Guide for players in Cyprus
Cyprus online casinos: how to check a site before you deposit
Players in Cyprus use dozens of online casinos every month, from local .com.cy brands to crypto and international sites. Some pay out in minutes, others hold a withdrawal for weeks. The difference is rarely on the home page. It is in the licence, the terms and the way a casino handles your first withdrawal. Here is how we check an online casino in Cyprus, and how we help when something goes wrong.
Traffic data for September 2026 shows three clear groups of online casino and betting sites used from Cyprus. Each group works under different rules, so the same problem, a late withdrawal for example, is solved in a different way.
Cyprus-licensed brands
.com.cy · NBA Class B licence
≈ 1.9 million visits a month across six brands
Stoiximan B018
bet365 B001
Novibet B022
Bet On Alfa B005
Fonbet B012
Meridianbet B009
Regulator
National Betting Authority
Payments
Cards, bank transfer, e-wallets
Complaints
Operator, then the NBA
Crypto casinos
Foreign licence · crypto payments
≈ 490,000 visits a month for the top four
Stake
Shuffle
Gamdom
BC.Game
Vave
Sportbet.one
Regulator
Licensed abroad
Payments
Mostly crypto
Complaints
Operator, then its foreign regulator
International casinos
Foreign licence · cards and e-wallets
10+ brands with regular traffic from Cyprus
Vavada
22Bet
1xBet
William Hill
Spin Casino
Betsson
bwin
Betano
Casilando
All Jackpots
Regulator
Licensed abroad, e.g. Malta or Curaçao
Payments
Cards, e-wallets, some crypto
Complaints
Operator, then its foreign regulator
Source: Semrush Traffic Analytics, Cyprus, September 2026. NBA licence numbers from the official Class B register. A brand on this page is not a recommendation: it is where players go, and therefore what we check.
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How we check an online casino
Every casino we review is scored on the same six areas. The weight shows how much each area affects the final result. The licence is a gatekeeper: if we cannot identify the company and its licence, the check stops there.
Licence & companyRequired
Withdrawals: speed & clarity30%
Terms: clear & fair25%
Responsible gambling tools20%
Support: speed & quality15%
Mobile & ease of use10%
Bonus size is deliberately not part of the score. A large bonus says nothing about whether a casino pays out.
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Three kinds of online casino in Cyprus, compared
.com.cy brands
Crypto casinos
International casinos
Licence
NBA, Cyprus
Foreign
Foreign
Main product
Sports betting
Casino and originals
Casino, live tables, sports
Payments
Cards, bank, e-wallets
Crypto
Cards, e-wallets, crypto
Typical payout
1 to 3 working days
Minutes to hours
Within 24 hours to 5 days
Identity check
Always, before withdrawal
Often at larger withdrawals
Before the first withdrawal
Where to complain
Operator, then NBA
Operator, then foreign regulator
Operator, then foreign regulator
“The deposit button always works. Judge an online casino by its withdrawal page.”Our rule of thumb
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Your first week on a new online casino
A simple plan to test a casino without risking more than you intended. Tick it off day by day.
Copy the questions into the casino's live chat. The answers, and how they are given, tell you a lot.
How long does a withdrawal to my bank account or card take?
Which documents can you ask for before a withdrawal?
Which company runs this site and what is your licence number?
Is there a maximum withdrawal per day, week or month?
Do you accept players resident in Cyprus under your terms?
06 / Form A · Free
Request a casino check
Thinking about an online casino we have not checked yet? Send it in. We put it in the next round of checks and email you the result.
07 / Form B · Player ratings
Rate an online casino you have played at
Your experience helps other players in Cyprus, especially with newer sites where few reviews exist yet.
6Cypriot online brands licensed by the NBA
18+minimum age for online gambling
≈ 1.9Mmonthly visits to .com.cy betting sites
€0cost of our checks and dispute help
08 / Form C · Reply within 24 hours
Something went wrong at an online casino?
A delayed withdrawal, cancelled winnings or an account closed without explanation. Describe the case and we will go through the terms, check the licence and help you write the complaint. For a .com.cy brand the last step is the National Betting Authority; for a foreign casino, its own regulator.
FAQ /
Cyprus online casino questions, answered briefly
Which online casinos do players in Cyprus use most?
In September 2026 the most visited sites from Cyprus were the .com.cy betting brands Stoiximan, bet365 and Novibet, followed by the crypto casinos Stake, Shuffle and Gamdom. International brands such as Vavada, 22Bet and 1xBet also see regular traffic.
What does .com.cy mean for an online casino?
It is the Cypriot domain used by brands licensed by the National Betting Authority for online betting. You can check the licence number against the NBA Class B register on nba.gov.cy.
Can I play at a crypto casino like Stake from Cyprus?
Many players in Cyprus do. These casinos hold foreign licences, not an NBA licence, so Cypriot complaint routes do not apply. Check the licence in the footer and whether the terms accept residents of Cyprus before you deposit.
How long does a withdrawal take?
Crypto withdrawals often take minutes to hours, e-wallets usually within 24 hours, and cards or bank transfers one to five working days. No casino pays out before your identity check is complete.
Where can I complain about an online casino?
Always start with a written complaint to the operator. For a .com.cy brand the next step is the National Betting Authority; for a foreign casino, the regulator named in its licence. For card payments you can also ask your bank about a chargeback. We help with each step for free.
What is the minimum age for online gambling in Cyprus?
18. Every licensed operator checks your age and identity, at the latest before your first withdrawal.
Form D
Ask the editors
A short question about an online casino, a bonus or the rules in Cyprus? We reply by email.
Form E · Monthly
The monthly check-up
One email a month: new checks, player ratings and rule changes for online casinos in Cyprus.
18+
Online gambling is for adults aged 18 and over. Gambling can be addictive: set a deposit limit before you play and never chase losses. Free support in Cyprus: helpline 1422 (Mon–Fri 09:00–19:00) and PHAROS Centre 25 580448. Responsible gambling