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Betting with Skrill: an e-wallet between your money and the bookmaker
Skrill is an international e-wallet. You load it, pay the bookmaker from the wallet and receive withdrawals back into it, so the bookmaker never sees your bank or card details.
Below are the bookmakers in our ranking that list Skrill, and what to check before you deposit. The Gambling Prevention Act 2026 replaced the Public Gambling Act 1867 and makes online gambling and online betting criminal offences in Bangladesh. A foreign licence held by a bookmaker, such as Curaçao, does not make betting legal here.
Short answer
Many international bookmakers list Skrill for deposits, and many pay out to it too. Expect to verify both your Skrill account and your betting account before withdrawals.
- Deposit Usually instant where listed
- Withdrawal At many sites check the cashier
- Needs Verified wallet ID and selfie
- Bonus Sometimes excluded read the offer terms
Bookmakers that accept Skrill
Bookmakers in our ranking that list Skrill as a payment method.
173 sportsbooks with Skrill in our ranking 5/6 of those shown list Skrill as a payout method
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Comparison
How the methods compare
Deposits are usually quick with every method. The difference shows at withdrawal: check that the bookmaker pays out with the method you plan to use.
| Method | Type | Deposit | Withdrawal | Needs | What it means |
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| Upay | Mobile wallet | Instant at most sites that list it | Not at every site | Upay account and PIN | local and in taka; MFS checks apply. |
| Skrill This page | E-wallet | Instant at most sites that list it | At many sites that list it | Verified Skrill account | widely listed by international bookmakers. |
| Jeton | E-wallet | Instant at most sites that list it | At many sites that list it | Verified Jeton account | app-based wallet. |
| AstroPay | Wallet and virtual card | Instant at most sites that list it | To the AstroPay wallet where offered | AstroPay account | pre-loaded balance, no card details shared. |
| ecoPayz (Payz) | E-wallet | Instant at most sites that list it | Where offered | Verified Payz account | rebranded Payz in 2023. |
| Crypto | Blockchain transfer | After network confirmations | Where offered | Crypto wallet | Bangladesh Bank says crypto transactions are not permitted. |
General description of each method. Which methods a bookmaker accepts is shown on its card in the ranking.
What it means
What this means when you pay with Skrill
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Online betting is an offence in Bangladesh
What it means: the Gambling Prevention Act 2026 applies whatever payment method is used, and a foreign licence does not change it.
Read the law and our responsible gambling page before you deposit anywhere.
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Withdrawals often go back the way money came in
What it means: a bookmaker may only pay out to the method you deposited with.
Choose a method the bookmaker supports for withdrawals too.
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Withdrawals usually need verification
What it means: the first withdrawal can wait while the bookmaker checks your ID.
Verify the account before you need to withdraw.
Step by step
How to deposit and withdraw with Skrill
Deposit with Skrill
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Open the cashier Log in and choose Deposit.
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Choose Skrill
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Enter the amount At least the bookmaker's minimum deposit.
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Confirm in Skrill Log in to Skrill on the payment page and approve the payment.
If you want a welcome offer, check that this method is not excluded before you pay.
Withdraw
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Verify your account Most bookmakers ask for ID before the first withdrawal.
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Choose the withdrawal method Skrill, if the bookmaker pays out to it.
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Confirm and wait for processing Processing time depends on the bookmaker.
Limits and fees
Which limits and fees apply?
Several limits apply to one payment: the bookmaker's, the payment provider's and your own. The lowest one wins.
| Limit or fee | Set by | Check |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | The bookmaker | A welcome offer can need a higher first deposit. |
| Maximum deposit and withdrawal | The bookmaker and the provider | The lowest of the limits applies. |
| Your deposit limit | You, in the account settings | Set it before the first deposit. |
| Fees and conversion | The provider and the bookmaker | Paying in a currency other than taka can add a conversion cost. |
Safety
Before you pay
Use a verified wallet in your own name
Bookmakers usually require the wallet to be in the same name as the betting account.
The law in Bangladesh
The Gambling Prevention Act 2026 makes online betting an offence. A Curaçao or other foreign licence does not make it legal here.
The Daily Star report →Never share codes or PINs
No bookmaker or wallet support agent needs your PIN or one-time code. Anyone asking for it is trying to take your money.
Limits and help
Set a deposit limit at the bookmaker. If betting is causing harm, stop and seek local support.
Gambling addiction →Glossary
Payment terms
- E-wallet
- An online account that holds money and pays merchants without sharing card or bank details. So what: the bookmaker sees the wallet, not your bank account.
- KYC
- Know your customer: the identity check before withdrawals or higher limits. So what: an unverified account can hold up your money.
- Currency conversion
- Changing taka into another currency, or back. So what: each conversion can carry a fee or a weaker rate.
- Minimum withdrawal
- The smallest amount a bookmaker pays out. So what: small balances can be stuck below it.
FAQ
Do bookmakers accept Skrill?
Many international bookmakers do. The cards in our ranking show which ones list it.
Do Skrill deposits count for welcome bonuses?
Not always. Some bookmakers exclude e-wallet deposits from welcome offers. Check the offer terms before you deposit.
Does Skrill need verification?
Yes. Skrill asks for ID, and often a selfie and proof of address, before you can use the account fully.
Are there fees?
Skrill can charge for some transactions and for currency conversion. The bookmaker may add its own fees. Check both before you pay.
Is it legal to use this method for betting in Bangladesh?
No payment method makes betting legal. The Gambling Prevention Act 2026 makes online gambling and online betting offences in Bangladesh, and a bookmaker's foreign licence does not change this. See our responsible gambling page.