How to Register at an Online Casino in Ireland

Ireland’s Gambling Regulation Act 2024 created a national regulator, the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI), which began licensing online betting in July 2026. Licences for online casino games are still being phased in, so Irish players currently use casinos licensed by other reputable regulators, such as the Malta Gaming Authority or the UK Gambling Commission.

The registration steps below apply to any reputable online casino. Remember that you must be at least 18 years old to gamble in Ireland.

What You Need to Start

Registering at an online casino is fast and simple – if you’re well prepared! Gather everything you might need before starting the registration process, and you’ll be able to sign up in a few minutes. You will need:

Government-issued photo ID (passport or driving licence)
Proof of address (utility bill or bank statement)
Valid email address
Mobile phone number

Step 1: Read the Casino’s Terms and Conditions

When creating a player account, you may not always be explicitly asked to confirm that you accept the casino’s terms and conditions. When testing and ranking the top online casinos in Ireland, we noticed that not every site includes a checkbox for this during registration.

That said, by signing up you’re agreeing to them either way, so always read them before you start. They contain important information worth knowing.

The Terms and Conditions agreement during registration at Betway — **In the Photo:** Betway is one of the sites that explicitly asks. Before you can hit ‘Register’, you tick a box confirming you’re of legal age to gamble and that you accept the Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

Angelina Vodenicharova Author and Casino Analyst

Our Expert’s Advice

“Casino T&Cs can be lengthy. I recommend you pay close attention to the fund protection policy and bonus terms, such as wagering requirements and payment restrictions.”

Step 2: Open the Casino’s Registration Page

Open the casino’s homepage, and you’re just one click away from accessing the registration page. Look for the button labelled ‘join,’ ‘register,’ or ‘sign-up’. It’s usually prominently displayed at the top of the page.

Step 3: Fill in Account Details

Now it’s time to create a player account. You will use these details to sign in each time you play at the casino.

The Account Information step of Betway's registration form — **In the Photo:** Betway collects your account details in step 3 of its four-step sign-up: a username, a password, and your email address. Note the minimum password requirements – 8 to 20 characters, with at least one letter and one number.

The required details may vary from casino to casino. For example, you’ll log in to some sites with your email address. At others, you’ll log in with a username. Of course, you’ll always need to choose a password. Here are the typical account details you’ll provide:

Username
PIN
Email address
Password
Security questions

Step 4: Fill in Personal Details

Next, add your personal information. The casino uses these details to verify your age and identity and confirm that you meet the legal gambling age of 18 before letting you play.

The Personal Details step of Betway's registration form — **In the Photo:** Note the ‘Enter as per ID’ placeholders – type your name exactly as it appears on your identity document, or you’ll run into KYC problems later.

The specific details required can vary slightly from casino to casino. Your full name and date of birth are always mandatory. Here’s what you can expect to provide:

Full name
Residential address
Date of birth
Mobile phone number
Title (Mr/Ms)

You will never be asked for a PPS number when registering at an online casino in Ireland. Identity checks are document-based – a passport or driving licence plus proof of address covers it.

Angelina Vodenicharova Author and Casino Analyst

Our Expert’s Advice

“Make sure you provide accurate information. Otherwise, you may encounter problems during Know Your Customer (KYC) verification and withdrawals. Your data should match your ID documents exactly.”

Step 5: Account Verification

Most online casinos will confirm that you have provided valid account details. For this, they will send an email or an SMS containing a verification link. Click the link to verify your account.

Some casinos skip this account verification stage. Even when verification is automatic, the casino will send you an email confirming your account has been successfully created.

Angelina Vodenicharova Author and Casino Analyst

Should You Trust Video Verification?

“This tool provides a secure and convenient way to verify your identity. While video verification is not widely used at online casinos, I expect to see more sites implement it in their KYC checks.”

Step 6: KYC Verification

Under anti-money laundering laws and their licence conditions, online casinos must verify your age and identity before you can gamble. You’ll complete Know Your Customer (KYC) checks during sign-up or soon after.

These checks confirm that you’re 18 or older, prevent fraud, and ensure withdrawals go to the correct account owner.

Document upload page for KYC verification at Betway — In line with Irish regulations, Betway asks you to verify your account before you can deposit and play. Its document upload page even recommends the best option: a driving licence.

Casinos can often verify you electronically by matching your details against credit and public records databases. But even then, they might still request copies of documents such as:

Driving licence
Passport
Utility bill (dated within the last 3 months)
Bank statement

Angelina Vodenicharova Author and Casino Analyst

Our Expert’s Advice

“I recommend using your driving licence for KYC. A passport proves your identity, but a driving licence also confirms your address, killing two birds with one stone.”

Step 7: Set Responsible Gambling Limits

During sign-up or right after, you’ll get prompts to set up responsible gambling tools. Reputable licensed casinos offer self-exclusion and spending controls such as deposit, loss, wager, and time limits.

Ireland is also introducing a National Gambling Exclusion Register covering all GRAI-licensed sites. But until it goes live, set self-exclusion directly with each casino.

Responsible Gambling Tools at Betway — At most reputable online casinos accepting Irish players, various responsible gambling tools are available. Betway asks you to set daily, weekly, and monthly deposit limits during registration itself.

Using these tools is your choice, but we strongly recommend it. You can activate these options at any time from your account settings:

Deposit limits
Betting limits
Max stake limits
Loss limits
Transaction tracking
Betting history
Session duration limits
Reality checks
Time out
Self-exclusion

Please gamble responsibly. If you or anyone you know needs help, please contact Extern Problem Gambling.

Casino Licensing in Ireland: What to Expect

Ireland’s new gambling framework is rolling out in stages. Remote betting licences have been issued since July 2026, but GRAI licences for online casino games are still being phased in.

Until they arrive, Irish players register at casinos licensed by reputable international regulators such as the Malta Gaming Authority or the UK Gambling Commission.

Registration works the same way at these casinos. Age and identity checks still apply: you must be 18 or over, and KYC verification is required before you can withdraw.

Once GRAI-licensed casino sites become available, they will be the standard to look for.

Optional Steps

After completing registration, you will usually be asked if you want to claim the casino’s welcome bonus. This is generally available when you make your first deposit. Check out our other guides for details on how to deposit, claim welcome bonuses, and more:

Angelina Vodenicharova Author and Casino Analyst

About the Author

With a background in marketing, Angelina has a keen eye for emerging trends and stays ahead of the curve on the latest game releases and payment innovations. Her expertise extends to the growing world of gambling apps, where her tech-savviness allows her to offer valuable insights on optimizing gameplay.