1. Check the casino before you sign up
- Find the licence in the footer and look it up on the regulator's register.
- Read the withdrawal section of the terms: limits, fees and processing time.
- Check that the cashier lists a way to pay you back that you can actually use, such as an e-wallet, a card or a mobile money wallet.
Our review method lists the checks we make on every new brand, and each review on this site shows the result.
2. Open an account and verify it
Register with your real name and date of birth, exactly as they appear on your NRC or passport. Casinos compare them at the first withdrawal, and a mismatch freezes the payout.
Upload your ID and a proof of address (a utility bill, bank statement or a letter from your employer) straight away. Our guide on why casinos ask for ID explains what each document is for.
3. Set limits first
Open the responsible gaming settings in your account and set a daily or weekly deposit limit before you pay anything in. Lowering a limit takes effect at once; raising one usually waits 24 hours or more, which is the point.
More tools are on our responsible gaming page.
4. Make a small first deposit
Pay in a small amount, play a little and request a small withdrawal. It is the quickest honest test of a new casino: you learn how long it takes, whether it asks for more documents and whether fees appear.
If you deposit with Airtel Money or MTN Mobile Money, you approve the payment on your phone with your PIN. Check whether the same wallet is listed for withdrawals; many casinos take mobile money in but pay out to e-wallets or crypto.
5. Pick a game you understand
Start with a game whose rules you can explain in one sentence. Demo mode helps for slots and RNG tables. Our guide on choosing a game compares house edges, and games for beginners suggests where to start.
6. Think twice about the welcome bonus
A bonus locks your deposit until the wagering is done. On a first visit to a new casino, playing without one lets you withdraw whenever you like. If you do claim it, work out the cost on our bonus page first.