Online slots stake limits
Online slots in Great Britain have a legal maximum stake. It is £5 per spin for adults aged 25 and over, and £2 per spin for adults aged 18 to 24. Here is what that covers.
In short
- £5 per game cycle if you are 25 or over.
- £2 per game cycle if you are 18 to 24.
- Applies to online slots only — not roulette, blackjack or other casino games.
- Each slot game cycle must last at least 2.5 seconds.
Where the limits come from
The limits were set by the Gambling Act 2005 (Operating Licence Conditions) (Amendment) Regulations 2025, which added a condition to every remote casino operating licence. The £5 limit for all adults came into force on 9 April 2025, and the £2 limit for adults aged 18 to 24 on 21 May 2025.
What counts as a stake
The limit applies to the total you can stake on a single game cycle — usually one spin. Operators cannot let you start another stake until the cycle has finished. Separately, the Commission’s technical standards require at least 2.5 seconds between the start of one slot game cycle and the next.
What is not covered
The Gambling Commission’s guidance is clear that the limits are for online slots only and do not apply to other casino games such as roulette or blackjack. Live dealer tables and game shows set their own stake ranges, which can be much higher. That makes your own deposit or loss limit the main control if you play those games.
Why your age matters
Operators must verify your age and identity before you gamble, so they know which limit applies to you. If you are 24, the £2 limit applies until your 25th birthday.