How we test payout speed (and why published times mislead)
Ivan Petrov
1 min read
Every casino page promises "fast withdrawals". The phrase means nothing until you define where the clock starts and stops.
Where we start the clock
- Start: the moment we press confirm on the withdrawal request.
- Stop: the moment the money is spendable in the destination account.
- We always verify the account first, so verification delays are not counted twice.
Why the published number is shorter
Most operators quote only their internal approval step and stop the clock when the payment leaves them. The card network or bank then adds anywhere from hours to three days.
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